I'm kidding, I have more to divulge to my loyal readers! I began my journey to the Buckeye state on Oct 5th and got back on Oct 12th. My first trip was to the Columbus Suburban Fair at Otterbein College where I met with fabulous students-- what's up Samantha!? After the fair I decided to discover part of north C-bus to learn what the locals love about the city. I cannot lie, being a Purdue University graduate I did have my prejudices; however, I was won over by the charm of everyone I met, the wonderful schools I visited, the counselors as well as... yes, the mall that was across the street from my hotel.
I spent Monday in Columbus, checked out downtown and made plans to discover the Buckeye campus when I went back on Friday. I then made the trek to the 'natti (Cincinnati) where I fell in love with the fall foliage, local charm and of course, THE greatest ice cream known to man: Graeter's. If you're ever in the Cincinnati area, make sure you stop in for some-- ask for the raspberry chocolate chip-- you'll thank me later.
While in Cincinnati I met with some amazing students **Zack and Justin thanks so much for pointing me in the Graeter's direction!** who had great questions and high desires to attend Valpo. Definitely good times. After my busy week I had Friday night and Saturday to enjoy and explore. Since I was downtown for the NACAC (National College Fair), I spent Friday afternoon and early evening walking around taking pictures of the bridge-- which, interesting factoid-- John A. Roebling suspension bridge was the longest of it's type... until The Brooklyn Bridge was built and stole the title. And there's your history lesson for the day. Not only am I an Admission Counselor, I'm also an architecture buff. I really enjoyed spending time at the Fountain Square downtown where there is a huge flat screen tv that people watch games on and also tail gate before home games. I spent some time there watching football and some of the ALCS game. I also loved being in the city and the view of the bridge and buildings...
My weekend was completed with the NACAC where I met with a great number of students.
New contest-- oooh, see I hold up my end here-- let's make this a bigger challenge... the student that provides with with the quickest and most creative route from Valpo to Columbus will win a prize of legendary proportions... please submit your travel route to me by Nov. 1st -- oh what else is November 1st?? That's right, EARLY ACTION, NON-BINDING deadline. How convenient! For you Buckeyes wanting to come to Valpo, this is the perfect compliment to your process... not only may you gain admission, you may also win a smaller, but amazing, prize.
Onto some campus happenings-- we had our second visit day of the Fall season where 88 students and their families came for a good Valpo Visit filled with info, laughs, tours, and of course, amazing chocolate chip cookies. We're all looking forward to the upcoming visits. It's not too late to sign up for a visit day, and as always, you can sign up for an indiviualized visit!
This previous weekend was also our Homecoming. While I missed it, I hear that it was amazing. We had so many alumni back to celebrate their love of Valpo and see the new developments on campus.
This coming Friday, October 17th, our new President, Mark Heckler will be innaugerated at the Chapel. We are all very excited about the events leading up to and after the ceremony.
Check back for updates... and remember, Be legendary in your own way!
