FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

SDSU Offers Free College Information Fairs to Community

CONTACT: Aaron Hoskins
SDSU Marketing & Communications
(619) 594-1119
ahoskins@mail.sdsu.edu

SAN DIEGO, Thursday, October 14, 2004 -- San Diego State University will host two free college information fairs this month to provide important information to students, parents, teachers and school administrators about options for higher education, including the process of applying to and attending colleges and universities in San Diego.

The first fair will be held Saturday, Oct. 16, at Sweetwater High School in National City, followed by the second event Saturday, Oct. 30, at the Educational Cultural Complex in San Diego.

The fairs, sponsored by SDSU’s Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) will present free workshops on financial aid, college entrance exams, transfer options, parent advocacy and programs for students, especially those with financial need and those who aspire to be the first in their families to attend college.

“This program can ease the concerns of students and parents who are confused or discouraged about the college application process,” said Reginald Blaylock, interim director of EOP. “It will provide them with free information about campus resources available to them to help ensure successful completion of their university degree. They will have their questions answered and will receive important information about the next steps they should take to gain entrance to the universities they have selected.”

Since 1969, EOP at SDSU has helped high school and community college transfer students attain their baccalaureate degree by guiding them through the complex college application process. EOP also provides other critical services for students, including tutoring, mentoring, counseling (academic, professional and personal) and more.

San Diego State University is the oldest and largest higher education institution in the San Diego region. Since it was founded in 1897, the university has grown to offer bachelor’s degrees in 81 areas, master’s degrees in 72 areas and doctorates in 14 areas. SDSU’s more than 33,000 students participate in academic curriculum distinguished by direct contact with faculty and an increasing international emphasis that prepares them for a global future. For more information, visit www.sdsu.edu.

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