Tagged: "campus tour"

December 20, 2011

Haverford College – A Small College With A Big Student Voice

Haverford College is great choice for students looking to be surrounded by other academically motivated peers, who are looking to have a voice on campus, and think that honor and integrity is important both inside and outside the classroom

December 09, 2011

Villanova University – Strong Community, Identity and Religious Foundation

Villanova University is a great choice for students looking for a campus with a strong community, identity, and religious foundation.

June 23, 2011

Campus Visits–Don’t Mind the Weather

Bad weather can affect our moods. But it should not affect our visit to a college. A campus visit is a time to learn about the people--and to ignore the weather.

July 09, 2010

Touring a Campus? Don’t Forget the Library!

The library is no longer just the place to check out books. It may play a key role in your college experiences. What should you be looking for in a college library? What questions should you ask about the library when visiting a college campus?

May 11, 2009

Visiting College Campuses: A Tour Guide Shares Tips

Sometimes campus tour guides go above and beyond.  While on the University of Alabama campus recently, I was treated to a private tour by a polite, knowledgeable, and good humored young gentleman.  He gave me the grand tour, and fielded my penetrating questions very well.  So I asked him whether he thought it would be [...]

May 07, 2009

College Visits: Remember Three Important Features

When I visit college and university campuses, I try to search for a few distinguishing features that will help me remember what makes this particular institution stand out from its peers.  Often I will start by asking admissions counselors–who are, after all, in the business of marketing–what they see as the three most important things [...]

April 22, 2008

Visiting College Campuses: Observations by a Professional Tour-Taker

I spent a few days in Minnesota last week visiting colleges. My itinerary included (in alphabetical order) Augsburg College, Carleton College, Macalester College, University of Minnesota, and St. Olaf College. Why do I spend so much time and money investing in college visits? So I can help you find the best college for you. I’m [...]