College Night - Fulton County Schools

College Fair Participants
Agnes Scott College
Armstrong State University
Auburn University
Berry College
Columbus State University
Darton State College
Emanuel College
Emory University and Oxford College
Full Sail University
Furman University
Georgia College and State University
Georgia Gwinnett College
Georgia Highlands College
Georgia Perimeter College
Georgia Regents University
Georgia Southern University
Georgia Southwestern State University
Georgia State University
Kennesaw State University
Mercer University
Miami University of Ohio
Mississippi State University
North Carolina State University
Oglethorpe University
Ohio State University
Piedmont College
Princeton University
Purdue University
Reinhardt College
Savannah State
Shorter University
Spelman College
University of Alabama- Birmingham
University of North Georgia
University of South Alabama
University of South Carolina
University of Virginia
University of West Georgia
Valdosta State University
Young Harris College
College
Night
November 13, 2014
6:00 PM-8:30 PM
Riverwood International Charter
School
Sandy Springs, Georgia
Presented by:
Riverwood International Charter School
Riverwood Counseling Center
Riverwood PTSA
Riverwood Administration
Riverwood Culinary Arts Department
College Night Schedule of Events
Colle ge Fair
6:00-8:30
Riverwood Cafeteria
L atino Trac k (Bibliote c a )
6 :0 0 – 7 :3 0
Welcome
Presentación por representantes Universitarios – en Español
Presentadores: Eric Benavidez, Kennesaw State University y Jasmin
Garcia, University of West Georgia, Isabel Weber, “Go Get it Girl”

Pasos que debo seguir para aplicar a la universidad

Documentos que debo presentar para la admisión en la
universidad

Para cuando debo presentar documentos

Opciones para pagar la universidad: FAFSA, HOPE

Exámenes de SAT o ACT

Que debo escribir en un ensayo personal

Becas para latinos sin importar el estatus migratorio

Que debo de hacer en 9, 10 y 11 grado para prepararme a la
universidad
7:30 – Visita a las mesas en la cafetería
Bre akout Se ssions
6:30-7:05
7:10-7:45
7:50-8:30
Session #1
Session #2
Session #3
“The Benefits of Attending a Historically Black College or University”
(Panel Discussion Sessions)
Lucy Harold, Riverwood Math Teacher, South Carolina State
University ((MODERATOR and Alumni)
Dr. Richard Benson, Assistant Professor, Spelman College
Shannon McCollum, Photographer, Clark Atlanta University (Alumni)
Jenn Farris, Film Industry Location Scout, Bennett College (Alumni)
John Wright, Morehouse College (Student)
Kendall Morrison, Clark Atlanta University (Student, Riverwood
Graduate)
Tyler Blake, Clark Atlanta University (Student, Riverwood Graduate)
Dr. Charles Richardson, Clark Atlanta University (Sustainability Chair
and Marketing Professor)
Session 1: A Parent’s Guide to Historically Black Colleges and
Universities
Session 2: The Life: A Student’s Guide to Historically Black Colleges
and Universities
Session 3: Logistics 101: The Ins and Outs of Attending an HBCU (for
both Parents & Students)
Room: 604
“SAT or ACT: Which Test Should I Take?”
John Cashin
Princeton Review
Room: 705
“How Do I Write An Effective College Essay?”
Malisha Richardson
Emory University
Room: 101
“What To Do and When for College”
Freida Gottsegen
Private College Consultant
Room: 607
“Financial Aid, HOPE and Scholarships”
Selethia Bell
Georgia State University
Room: 102
“How to Play Sports in College” (Session 1 Only)
Mike Santoro, Riverwood Athletic Director and Brenton Cianci
Student-Athlete Showcase College Recruiting Advisor
Room: 701
“Tips for the College Bound 9th and 10th Grader”
Wendy Williams
Private College Consultant
Room: 108
“Understanding Riverwood’s College Application Process”
(Session 1 and 2 Only)
Melissa Perlmutter, Riverwood Counselor
Room: 602
“Attending College While Still in High School”
Terry Bozeman
Georgia Perimeter College Office of Dual Enrollment
Room: 105
“Financing College”
Kia Thomas
Wells Fargo Bank
Room: 103
Many thanks to the Riverwood PTSA and administration for providing
financial support and to the Riverwood Custodians for their
tremendous logistical support of tonight’s event.
Special thanks to Chef Oliver and The Culinary Arts Department for
preparing the meal for the presenters and fair participants.
Equal opportunity employer and service provider. Reasonable
accommodations and modifications made for the disabled. 404-7634585 TTY 1-800-255-0135