PRESS RELEASE
January 22, 2010 Contact: Dawn Alford, 542-5524
In the midst of a recession, families are finding it even more difficult to afford college. Still, there are those students who desire a higher education, but dont know the steps to achieving one. Columbia Basin College through its College Night program aims to address these barriers. CBC College Night will be held Wednesday, Jan. 27th from 6-8 p.m. in the Gjerde Center.
The event is open to all high school seniors and their parents as a way to learn about CBC– its academic and program offerings, financial aid/scholarship opportunities, and college in general. A student panel will provide personal insight into CBCs culture, while the departmental fair allows attendees one-on-one time with department heads and deans.
As an added incentive, at least two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to two attendees. To be eligible, students must complete the scholarship application, submit it at College Night, complete the event survey, and attend CBC in the fall. Applications can be downloaded online at www.columbiabasin.edu/collegenight or completed at the event.
Additional money available The annual Foundation Scholarships are currently being accepted for the 2010-11 academic year. Applications can be downloaded at www.columbiabasin.edu/foundation and are due February 22, 2010. Last year, more than 200 students were awarded $274,000 in scholarships.