Cultural Diversity weekend set

Georgia College & State University is holding its first ever Cultural Diversity Weekend Feb. 1 and Feb. 2.
The event is meant to give high school students, especially those of color, an opportunity to learn, first-hand, the Georgia College and State University educational experience.
The event is mainly intended for juniors and seniors in high school who are working towards a College Prep Program. According to Joffery Blair, (the Assistant Director of Admissions); however, the event is open to everyone.
It will include a campus tour, a basketball game and a Greek step show. It will also comprise of an admission interview, meetings with the professors and staff, meetings with current students and information about financial aid & scholarships.
“With the support from GC&SU faculty, staff and students, we can all work together to make this weekend a huge success,” said Blair.
Applicants have until Jan. 29, 2003 to submit their registration forms along with a high school transcript to the office of Admissions
High school seniors who intend to participate in the event are required to have a minimum of 960 on the SAT or a 20 on the ACT and a 2.5 cumulative GPA. Juniors must have a 3.0 cumulative or higher to attend.
The cost to attend the overnight program is $10. This initial cost includes dinner, a t-shirt, basketball tickets and all social events.
GC&SU is organizing transportation for those who need it from Atlanta, Augusta and Macon. In addition to that, Hotel accommodations will be provided for students attending from outside the area.
For more information contact Joffery Blair at (800) 342-0471 (toll free in Georgia) or (478) 445-5004 or via at: jblair@gcsu.edu.

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