As an Admission Counselor at Mount Mary College, I will be blogging about pertinent college topics such as the application process, campus visits and the like. I am very excited to share information with you that will help you in your college search process. Feel free to email any questions or things you want to see blogged about to blogs@mtmary.edu.
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"Private College Week" by Jenifer Wessels, July 28, 2010
It seems that I am a little behind on the times, with being on vacation and such. I wanted to take the opportunity to share some photos from Private College Week, which was held just a few weeks ago. As I stated in my blogs leading up to the event, Private College Week is an event where all the private schools in Wisconsin, open their doors for students to visit and tour campus. We had a week of mock classes that students’ could participate in. Here are a few photos from the mock fashion class during the week’s events:
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"Decisions, Decisions" by Jenifer Wessels, July 21, 2010
There are so many questions that you ask yourself when going through the college search process. Picking out the perfect college can be an exciting but stressful task. To help in your process, here are a few things to consider yourself when choosing a school that is right for you.
- Do they offer the academic program(s) that are of interest to you? Do they have a strong academic reputation?
- Does the school have a variety of internship opportunities?
- What is the diversity like on campus?
- How large/ small is the total school population and how large/small are the individual class sizes?
- Are there academic support services available to me on campus (i.e. tutors, study groups)?
Is the location appealing to me? Do I want to choose a school close or far away from home?
- What schools are providing me with a strong financial aid package and have great scholarships available for me to apply to?
This is a brief overview of some of the questions students ask themselves when beginning their college search process. It’s important to make this decision for yourself and not choose a college based on where your friends are attending. Take the time to assess what you really need in a college and then take the opportunity to visit the campuses that are of interest to you. Good luck in your searches!
"Art-tastic" by Jenifer Wessels, July 7, 2010
The end of last week marked the completion of two of our summer camp programs. The Arts for Youth Summer Camp Program and the Fashion Boot Camp had wonderful displays set up on campus Friday afternoon, showcasing the culmination of their work. It is truly evident that these students learn a ton over the short time period of the camp.
Another counselor in our office and I, had the privilege of talking with students in the Fashion Boot Camp to let them know more about Mount Mary and the Fashion Program. It was great to see their energy and excitement about Boot Camp as well as let them know more about the great opportunities they would have as a Mount Mary student.
Are you interested in learning more about the fashion program or other programs at Mount Mary? Well next week is a perfect opportunity to visit Mount Mary, as it is Wisconsin Private College Week. Students during this time will get to sit in on a mock class, take a tour of campus, and learn more about the admission process. We hope to see you there. Registration for all the events held next week is available online.
"Summer in the City"
by Jenifer Wessels, June 29, 2010
Since this is my first official summer as a Milwaukee resident, it is so refreshing to see so many fun events and activities going on in the city. I have compiled a short list of a few of the many Milwaukee summer events that I am looking forward to attending this summer.
- Milwaukee County Zoo- I have already been a couple of times and the zoo is such a great place for kids of all ages.
- Summerfest- I am super excited to go to this one! Summerfest is the world’s largest music festival (held right here in Milwaukee). This 10 day celebration features tons of great bands.
- Brewers’ games- Who doesn’t love a baseball game?
- Jazz in the park- I haven’t been to this one yet, but heard it’s great. Jazz music flowing through a park in downtown Milwaukee… what could be better?
- Festivals- Seriously Milwaukee is a Festival town. It seems like every week there is a new summer festival many themed around certain cultures. Irish fest, Mexican fest and German fest are just a few remaining this summer.
- Museums- Between the Milwaukee Public Museum, the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum, Discovery World, and the Milwaukee Art Museum there is something for everyone.
- Farmers Markets- Farmers markets are strewn all over the greater Milwaukee area on the weekends. Great places to find locally grown fresh fruits and veggies, freshly cut flowers, and fun crafts, it’s a great Saturday or Sunday morning outing.
- Beaches and Lake front activities- Besides the grand Lake Michigan and the tons of great activities lakeside in downtown Milwaukee, the entire state of Wisconsin is completely covered with lakes. So on sunny days, pull a chair up beachside and enjoy the rays or if you’re adventurous, venture to Wisconsin Dells, the water park capital of the world! Who knew it was in Wisconsin?
Really, there is so much to do in Wisconsin all year round, which makes it such a great location to go to college. For more information on Wisconsin college life and events check out www.milwaukeecollegelife.com or www.onmilwaukee.com.
"Sneak Peek"
by Jenifer Wessels, June 23, 2010
This week was definitely a busy one at Mount Mary. It appears that summer is completely in full swing with camps, programs, and summer school.
Monday was orientation day for our Midtown Scholarship students as they begin their summer bridge program this month. This week marked the beginning of the regular summer session of classes, so good luck to all new and returning students here this summer. Also, many of our summer camp programs kicked off this past week. The Fashion/ Design Boot Camp, Art for Youth Program, and summer sports camps have brought many younger faces to campus. Whew, so much happening is happening right now!
Speaking of events, I wanted to give you a seek peek into an event coming up in a few weeks! Wisconsin Private College Week is being held July 12th-17th at all of the 20 private colleges and universities across the state. It is a week where all the private schools, open their doors for students to visit and tour campus. Students are invited to visit Mount Mary for an interactive day of discovery during this year’s Private College Week. Students will be able to sit in on a mock class (art, fashion, justice, science), tour campus, and meet with admission staff to learn more about campus life and the application process. Registration can be completed online or call our office with questions, 414-256-1219. I hope you choose to make Mount Mary a stop on your summer college tour list!
"Women's Leadership Institute" by Jenifer Wessels, June 16, 2010
Earlier this month our Women’s Leadership Institute on campus held their annual New Leadership Wisconsin conference. The goal of the conference is to empower women to take on positions of leadership and influence within their communities. This six day program includes guest speakers of women in politics and policymakers, local educators, and women whom are champions for social justice. For more information check out this video.
"Undecided" by Jenifer Wessels, June 9, 2010
This past Saturday was our second registration day of the year. We were jammed with students on campus, signing up for fall classes, setting up their email accounts, visiting the bookstore, etc. The next two registration days are coming up on June 17th and July 15th so if you have not sent in your sign up materials yet, please do so as soon as possible.
On to a big question mark in the college search process, “What major are you going to choose?” The truth is that some students begin their college careers with an idea of what path they would like to follow, but many do not. No need to panic, or rush into choosing a major, most college students change their majors at least once and many make multiple changes. Here are a few things to consider when thinking of choosing a major or career choice:
- What classes have you traditionally excelled in during high school? And what majors align with those classes?
- Explore internship and job opportunities within your field of interest to get a glimpse into whether or not that career path is for you.
- Consider the requirements for your considered career path. Look into whether your major can be completed in four years or if it requires graduate work, then consider whether you are willing to put in the needed time and money towards achieving that degree.
- Consider the relative growth in the field. What is the job placement outlook for graduates in that field currently?
- Ask yourself what it is you love to do. Are there majors that spark your interest or excite you?
- Remember you have time to change your mind, so be flexible.
Our Advising and Career Development Office on campus can be a great resource for students who are undecided on their career path or who are searching for the perfect major.
"Social Summer" by Jenifer Wessels, June 2, 2010
Like many other colleges and universities across the nation, Mount Mary has reached new boundaries and started utilizing social media. Social media has become a method of communication, not just for teens, but persons of all ages.
You can stay in contact with family members and friends as well as stay connected to your favorite colleges! If you are interested in getting more information about Mount Mary or seeing what is going on around campus check us out at the following :
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Or access all of these sites from our Blogs/ Social Media page!