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Edison holds
open house for students and parents
Edison State Community College invites community members, area high
school students and their parents to Explore Edison on Thursday,
October 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Robinson Theater at the Piqua
Campus. The open house event will showcase over thirty of the College’s
academic programs.
In addition to exploring Edison’s academic programs, attendees are
invited to meet professors, tour state-of-the-art facilities, learn
more about the many financial aid and scholarship opportunities
available, and speak with university partners about transfer
opportunities.
“It’s time for students to shop for college and this event enables them
to discover all the wonderful opportunities Edison has to offer,” said
Christina Raterman, Enrollment Manager. “They can talk to Admissions to
find out their next steps for enrolling, talk to faculty about
programs, and attend breakout sessions covering topics such as College
Credit Plus and scholarships. We look forward to connecting with
families and getting them the information they want to know.”
A comprehensive list of programs will be highlighted including career
programs within such areas as Business, Computer Information
Technology, Engineering Technology, Health Science, Industrial
Management and Technology, and Social and Legal Services.
Participants can also learn more about Edison’s unique 2+2 University
Transfer Degrees, which allows student to complete the first two years
of a bachelor’s degree at Edison before transferring to their
university of choice.
Industry leaders will also be in attendance to speak one-on-one with
students and parents about the need for skilled workers in the Miami
Valley.
While here, attendees are also encouraged to learn more about College
Credit Plus, the new state supported post–secondary option program,
which offers higher learning opportunities to high school students at
little to no cost.
The evening includes free pizza and refreshments and attendees will
also be entered to win a three-credit hour tuition waiver or one of two
Kindle Fire HD tablets. Register to attend online by visiting
www.edisonohio.edu/Explore<http://www.edisonohio.edu/ExploreEdison>.
For more information, call 937-778-8600.
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