UA to Welcome 'Ready Razorbacks’
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — The University of Arkansas will welcome prospective students to campus for “Ready Razorback,” Saturday, April 21. Registration begins at 10 a.m. and includes a full day of events highlighting the university and its commitment to future students.
“This is an excellent opportunity for prospective students to tour the UA campus, meet with faculty and students, and experience what the university has to offer,” said Dawn Medley, director of admissions. “These students will have the opportunity to speak with faculty and staff about the U of A and find out about the college experience.”
“Ready Razorback” attracts students from all four corners of Arkansas and surrounding states. In fall 2006, more than 500 students along with family and friends attended. Students who would like to attend can register online at http://visit.uark.edu/openhouse/.
“We are excited about this event because it allows us to provide an overview of the university and the outstanding opportunities that are available,” Medley said. “This is an excellent time for juniors and seniors to visit the campus to learn about the admission process, financial aid, scholarships and our programs of study.”
Below is the schedule of events for “Ready Razorback:”
10:00 a.m. — 11:15 am. — Registration and departmental information fair at Bud Walton Arena
11:30 a.m. —Opening Session in Bud Walton Arena
12:30 p.m. — 2:30 p.m. — UA campus tour / Lunch
2:30 p.m. — 4:45 p.m. — Group Sessions: Scholarships / Honors College, Financial Aid, and Residence Life sessions at the Arkansas Union.
For more information about “Ready Razorback,” please contact the Office of Admissions at (800) 377-UofA [8632] or (479) 575-5346.
Contacts
Steve Voorhies, manager of media
relations
University Relations
(479) 575-3583, voorhies@uark.edu
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