Successful Spring Visit Day

Tosha Rae Long
Staff Writer
April 22, 2004, Page 1

Spring Visit Day brought in approximately 40 students and their families to explore what Doane College has to offer.
According to Dan Kunzman, dean of admissions, three fourths of the visitors were juniors, just beginning their college hunting, while the remaining one fourth were seniors, finishing up their college search.
“It was not the largest visit ever, but was definitely in the ballpark,” Kunzman said.
The day began with a greeting where Kunzman talked to the guests and encouraged them to not make this their only visit. He emphasized the importance of one-on-one interaction between admissions counselors versus the large groups customary of visit day.
After opening remarks, guests went on campus tours with Doane Ambassadors. Following the tours, guests were able to meet with current students during a 30-minute panel session. Also, prospective students met with faculty and activity staff.
Lunch was served followed by seniors meeting with admissions representatives to talk about the Federal Application for Student Financial Aid while juniors received general tips for financial aid.
The large numbers of students that visit days bring in sometimes displace the current students. Kunzman said that this to him is the most gratifying thing about these kinds of events. He sees current students being nice to the visitors, helping them when they are lost and greeting them on the paths.
“It is the Doane culture,” Kunzman said. “It isn’t just the admissions office hosting visitors; it is the entire Doane community.”