1 Purdue Alumni Recruitment for Tomorrow
2 A big boilermaker helloAnd thank you! We are so fortunate to have you as part of the team sharing your pride and personal stories with prospective students and their families. As an alum, you truly know what it means to be a Boilermaker and bring to life the opportunities and experiences offered at Purdue. You make a powerful impact, and we are grateful for the time you give to connect with the next generation of Boilermakers. As you head out to college fairs, high schools and receptions we have created this handbook to help answer your questions and provide valuable tips and tricks. We value your feedback, so please let us know your ideas. From all of us at the Office of Admissions, thank you — we are excited to be working with you! Boiler Up! Mitch Warren Director of Admissions A big boilermaker hello
3 Alma matters We couldn’t do it without you. We rely on dedicated alumni who can help in a variety of roles, reaching students in every corner of the country through different activities. College Fairs: Often held in high school gyms, a college fair connects students and families with a large number of colleges under one roof. These popular events are organized by high schools or local communities and are a great opportunity for students to learn about the admissions process, majors and campus life. Receptions: Across the country, Purdue hosts receptions for students and their families – in their neighborhood. Preview Purdue: Aimed at prospective students, this reception is an information- packed session about majors, campus life, student housing as well as applying and admissions. Boilermaker Bound: Designed for admitted students, these casual receptions provide an opportunity to learn more about Purdue and start building a Purdue hometown network. Connections: There’s no substitute for the power of conversations. Whether it’s referring the son or daughter of a neighbor or co-worker; or sending a postcard to admitted students– your personal touch makes a memorable impact.
4 College fairs Students say college fairs are one of the most exciting parts of their college search process. Some students come with a list of questions — others wing it. Your role is to provide valuable insights of what it’s really like to be a Boilermaker and the value of a Purdue degree. We don’t expect you to know it all. Just let them know you are a proud alumn and invite them to explore our website or contact the Office of Admissions. Get the conversation started by asking: What grade are you in? What are you interested in studying? What do you know about Purdue? Have you visited campus? There is an energy that ignites when students enter the room at a college fair.
5 College fair top tips Before During AfterBe early. At least 30 minutes (college fairs generally last about 2 hours). If something comes up and you can’t make it, give us a call to let us know ( ). Check in. Register with the host at the check- in table at the entrance. Set up. Have Purdue’s name as visible as possible on the table provided. Look the part. Wear your Purdue nametag, dress professionally and wear comfy shoes. Enjoy a snack. Most college fairs have a hospitality area with complimentary drinks and treats to enjoy before the event starts. During Stand behind the table. Never in front or in the aisle. Purdue pride. Let students and families know you are an alumni rep and share a personal story. If you don’t know, that’s ok. It’s impossible to know it all, so direct students to the admissions website and encourage them to get on our mailing list. Don’t trash talk. Keep it friendly about other colleges – focus on the strengths of Purdue. Purdue confidential. Conversations about admissions procedures must remain private, so don’t use a specific student as an example. Stay to the end. Some fairs may be slow but we always stay to the very end. After Pack up. Clean up your area and take all Purdue materials with you. Leave behind the sign. Any “Purdue” sign provided by the host organizations, they keep. Event evaluation. Complete the event’s evaluation form if one has been provided. If they ask for an , please use (don’t give your personal ). Purdue feedback. We want to hear how it went! Please submit the Event Feedback form on the PART website: admissions.purdue.edu/part
6 Purdue comes to you During the school year, Purdue hosts receptions in cities across the country. These events allow admitted and prospective students and their families to learn more about Purdue's academics, campus life, the admissions process, financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Event About Preview Purdue Audience: Prospective students and their families and guidance counselors Format: Registration, info gathering, welcome, admissions presentation, and Q&A. Boilermaker Bound Audience: Admitted students and families Format: Registration, welcome, networking with Purdue staff and alumni. Postcard Project Audience: Admitted students Format: Send a Purdue postcard to admitted students from your area (or state) with a congratulatory message. Receptions are scheduled for 90 minutes and are held weekday evenings or weekend afternoons. Events take place at hotels, libraries, community centers or corporate venues. Depending on the activities in your area, you can volunteer as much or as little depending on your schedule. Each year, PART members connect with thousands of people across the country.
7 Purdue swag Approximately 10 days prior to the fair, materials will be shipped via UPS to you. Included will be a supply of Purdue admissions brochures to hand out at the fair. Also included will be a viewbook (larger version of the travel brochure), name badges, a “pop-up” train table tent, and NCAA guide. New PART members will also receive a table cover. Once the package is sent, you’ll receive an with the UPS tracking number. Typical questions students ask: Tell me about your engineering program. What scholarships are available? I have a GPA of 3.6 and an SAT of , what are my chances of getting in? I really want to run track, can I do that at Purdue? Packed with information, our Purdue brochure is a great resource for majors, dates and deadlines, and a sneak peek into college life.
8 Inside: Facts & STATS ACT or SAT ? Either one is fine, we’ll always use the highest score. Over half of our incoming freshman are Indiana residents Students come from all 50 states. Purdue consistently ranks as one of the top choices for international student population among public universities
9 POINTS OF PRIDE Purdue continues to improve the overall student experience and value of a Purdue degree. Here are just a few examples: Purdue’s tuition will remain frozen through the academic year – the sixth consecutive year with no tuition increase. Zero tuition increases means that all students graduating in 2016, 2017, and 2019 will have seen their tuition rates rise…never. The College of Liberal Arts offers several majors students can complete in three years. Three year programs can reduce college costs and allow graduates to enter the workforce earlier. The Thomas S. and Harvey D. Wilmeth Active Learning Center (WALC) will open in the fall of It will house 27 rooms designed for active learning and consolidate six of the nine science libraries.
10 Frequently asked questionsQ. What’s the deadline to submit my application? A. November 1 is the Early Action deadline. Applications complete by this date will receive a decision on January January 1 is the Regular Decision deadline. Students complete by this date will have a decision by March 15. November 1 is also the deadline to be considered for merit scholarships and the Honors College. It is the priority deadline for Nursing, Computer Science, Professional Flight and firm deadline for Vet Technology. Q. I don’t know what I want to study, what should I do? A. No problem. Purdue’s Exploratory Studies program allows student to explore options and interests before selecting a major – giving plenty of guidance along the way. Students have up to four semester to select the major that is right for them. Frequently asked questions Q. What are the GPA and ACT/SAT cutoffs for admissions? A. We don’t line up test scores or GPAs and draw a cutoff line. Real people are looking at applications – not just the numbers. Purdue evaluates applications holistically, of course academic preparation is important, but we look at all parts of the application – activities, honors, awards, part-time jobs, essay, etc. Q. How do I sign up for the mailing list? To ensure student’s information is entered correctly, we no longer use contact cards. This website is found in the admissions brochure. admissions.purdue.edu/request Q. How can I get a scholarship? A. Merit scholarships are extremely competitive at Purdue. Each year about 10% of applicants receive a merit award. Applications are reviewed holistically. Students must have a completed application submitted by November 1. Students should explore opportunities outside the University through their high school, community and various websites. Information on scholarships is also found in the admissions brochure. Q. Is Purdue just an engineering school? A. Definitely not! We have more than 200 majors – from theatre and education to dietetics and forestry. Many of our programs are ranked as some of the best in the nation. And for those interested in Engineering, minors in areas outside their major are an option. Q. How many AP classes should I take in high school? A. As many as you can handle, especially in the coursework relevant to your major. AP, IB, dual-credit are the best way to prepare for the rigor of college.
11 Volunteer policy and procedureAll PART volunteers are subject to annual background screenings including: Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website Indiana Sex and Violent Offender Registry. In 2012, Purdue instituted this policy to maintain a safe environment for work, study, and outreach and to upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. When speaking with students: Be careful of your surroundings Make sure you do not place yourself in a compromising position If meeting with a student outside a college fair, do so in a public place and try to include the family in the meeting Always try to meet in an open, public space Never walk alone with a student to/from a parking garage .
12 Ethical standards NCAA Regulations College representatives will:Purdue Office of Admissions, as a member institution of the National Association for College Admissions Counseling (NACAC), is committed to the Principles of Good Practice for this professional organization: “High schools, colleges, universities, and other institutions and organizations, and individuals dedicated to the promotion of formal education believe in the dignity, the worth, and the potentialities of every human being. They cooperate in the development of the programs and services in post-secondary, counseling, admissions, and financial aid to eliminate bias related to race, creed, gender, sexual orientation, age, political affiliation, national origin and disabling condition. Believing that institutions of learning are only as strong ultimately as their human resources, they look upon counseling individual students about their educational plans as a fundamental aspects of their responsibilities.” NCAA Regulations As a member of the Big Ten Conference and National Collegiate Athletic Association, Purdue is responsible for ensuring that its student-athletes, faculty and staff, alumni and friends abide by conference and NCAA regulations. Who is a prospective athlete? Any student who has started classes for the ninth grade regardless of ability. You may … have contact with prospective student- athletes provided that contact is part of regular alumni volunteer duty not be involved in any recruitment of prospective student-athletes not form special friendships with, or take a particular interest in a prospective student College representatives will: state clearly the admissions standards of their institutions state clearly all priority dates for application. furnish data describing the currently enrolled freshman class not use disparaging comparisons of secondary or post-secondary schools conduct conversations with students in a professional manner, remaining behind or on the side of table, not in the aisles in front of tables display the information materials provided by the institution. refrain from recruiting students who are enrolled, registered, have declared their intent, or submitted a contractual deposit with other institutions
13 WHAT’S NEW FOR 2018? Along with the Common Application, Purdue will also be accepting the new Coalition Application. The Coalition Application was created as an alternative for students to the Common Application. The Office of Admissions has no preference between them. Students should only submit one application. November 1 is the Early Action deadline. Students whose applications are complete by that date will have their decisions released on January 15. Students who are complete by January 1 will have their decision released by March 15. Nov. 1 is the application deadline for the following majors: Computer Science (priority deadline) Nursing (priority deadline) Professional Flight Technology (priority deadline) Veterinary Technology (firm deadline) To be invited to apply to the Honors College, students must meet the Nov. 1 Early Action admission application deadline and indicate on the admission application that they are interested in the Honors College. Honors College applications are sent via soon after students complete their admission
14 Contact Keep up-to-date by following the Office of Admissions on social media. For more information, contact Susie Saberniak, Senior Assistant Director https://instagram.com/purdueadmission/ https://twitter.com/PurdueAdmission Office of Admissions 475 Stadium Mall Drive West Lafayette, Indiana