Campus Visitation Day Set for March 24

Fairmont State University, including Pierpont Community & Technical College, is hosting a Campus Visitation Day for Saturday, March 24, for high school students and their families as well as adults who are deciding where to continue their education.

"We strongly encourage those of all ages who are considering Fairmont State to attend our program. Campus Visitation Day is a good opportunity to get to know us," said Steve Leadman, Director of Admissions and Recruiting.

"Fairmont State University, including Pierpont Community & Technical College, provides more than 90 four-year programs, graduate programs, more than 50 two-year programs, certificates and skill set certificates to meet students' individual interests and needs. We want to help you find your future."

The event on Fairmont State's main campus will begin at 9 a.m. with registration and refreshments in the Falcon Center. FSU President Dan Bradley and Pierpont C&TC President Blair Montgomery will give a welcome. Those attending will have the opportunity to visit with faculty members and receive information on residence life and financial aid. Tours of campus will be offered throughout the afternoon. Participants may also tour the Robert C. Byrd National Aerospace Education Center in Bridgeport from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. and/or the Gaston Caperton Center in Clarksburg at 3 p.m. For more information, call (304) 367-4892 or (800) 641-5678, Ext. 2.

The following is a schedule of events for the day:

8:30 a.m. Check In

9:30 a.m. Welcome

10 a.m. “ 3 p.m.

Sessions include:

* Academic Fair
* Financial Aid
* Campus Life
* Campus Tours
* Student Activities Fair
* PROMISE Scholars

11:30 a.m. “ 2 p.m. Complimentary Lunch

1:00 p.m. “ 3 p.m. Open House at Robert C. Byrd National Aerospace Education Center

3 p.m. Open House at Gaston Caperton Center