Posted Friday, November 14, 2008
Saint Leo Hosts President's Reception
Saint Leo University hosted the 2008 President’s Reception for prospective students on Saturday, November 8, from 8:30 a.m. until 2 p.m.
 This special event was designed to give students considering attending Saint Leo a broad overview of the university including academic programs, athletics, student organizations and activities, and financial aid. Most of the events were held in or near the university's new Student Community Center on the university's main campus in Saint Leo, Florida. SLU staff and faculty enjoyed the opportunity to share the 'crown jewel' of the university campus with prospective students and their families.
Saint Leo University President Dr. Arthur F. Kirk, Jr. welcomed the nearly 350 attendees and assured them that the day would provide the opportunity to learn more about what distinguishes Saint Leo from the many college choices available to students. Admission staff members were also on hand to acquaint guests with the admission process. Current Saint Leo students also conducted tours of the campus throughout the day.
Students and their families were able to enjoy an engaging Academic & Student Life fair. Representatives from all academic majors and various student organizations were on hand to greet guests and share more about their respective programs.
Guests had a great chance to learn more through insightful student-to-student and student-to-parent panel discussions. Sal Litrico, parent of SLU freshman Samantha Litrico, hosted an informative question-and-answer session for parents. Saint Leo's Office of Student Financial Services also provided great information on the all-important topic of financial aid.
After a busy morning attending the various information sessions and panel discussions, everyone had worked up quite an appetite. Guests enjoyed a delicious catered lunch on the tented lawn. Two very lucky students, Jeremy Cirino and Dylan Walters, each won a $1,000 scholarship toward a Saint Leo education!
Martin Smith, Assistant Vice President of Enrollment, expressed the university's hope that the event had proven to be a great way to get to know Saint Leo, providing prospective students with useful information, great hospitality and a tremendously positive experience of life on our campus.
Prospective students who were not able to attend the event are encouraged to schedule a personal campus visit at a more convenient time. For more information and to schedule a visit online, go to www.saintleo.edu/visit.
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