The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis will host the 6TH Annual St. Louis Citywide College Fair on October 18 & 19, 2012 at Herbert Hoover Club ( 2901 North Grand, St. Louis, MO 63107).
The St. Louis Citywide College Fair Series offers high school students and their families the opportunity to visit with College Admissions Counselors from local and regional colleges and universities consisting of four-year public and private institutions, 2-year Community Colleges, HBCU’s, and accredited colleges that specialize in health professions such as Colleges of Pharmacy, Medical Schools, and Schools of Nursing.
In addition, a parent workshop will be held to provide information about factors to consider when choosing a College. Speakers will address the following questions:
• Academic expectations of colleges
• Making a smooth transition to College Life
• What are the “hidden costs” involved in obtaining a College Degree
Panelists include representatives from:
• Alan Byrd-Dean of Enrollment, University of Missouri at St. Louis
• Ramon Blakely-Director of Admissions, Texas A& M University
• Angela Whitlow- College Access Provider
• Erica Tyson- College Summit
• Jessie McCoy – Account Manager at Commerce Bank
• LaShonda D. Smith – Parent
• Shawn Smith – Student at Missouri State University
The St. Louis Citywide College Fair Series is made possible by Taco Bell, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis, and the St. Louis Citywide College Fair Series Committee. This committee was organized by area leaders who saw a need to service the students of the St. Louis Metropolitan Area by offering them access to colleges and universities. The volunteers serving on the committee of are representatives of local Colleges and Universities, as well as, representatives from area high schools and community organizations.
“Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis is thrilled to be a part of the Graduate to Go Tour,” said Indio Sams, VP- Operations. “Not only is this fair a great opportunity for our Club youth to get needed access to college information and representatives, we also are excited to provide access to a valuable opportunity for the entire St. Louis community. ”
In 2012, Taco Bell Foundation for Teens will distribute more than $3.5 million in local grants to over 300 teen-serving organizations like BGCA throughout the country.
The fair schedule for Thursday October 18, consist of both a day College Fair (beginning at 8:30 am and ending at 2:00 pm) and an evening College Fair (beginning at 5 pm and ending at 7pm). On Friday October 19th, the fair continues and will consist of only a day College Fair scheduled for 8:30am- 2:00 pm, also to be held at the Herbert Hoover Club.
Teens, parents and others interested in learning more about the programs and resources available at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis should visit www.bgcstl.org or contact the Club directly at 314.335.8100 or indigo@bgcstl.org.