Jacksonville – The Office of Admissions at MacMurray College will hold an open house for prospective students from 8:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. on Monday, January 16. Anyone wishing to learn more about degree programs offered at MacMurray is invited to attend.

     Visitors are asked to check in at 8:30 a.m. and enjoy a continental breakfast. Reservations to participate are recommended and can be made by contacting the Office of Admissions at 217-479-7056 or 800-252-7485.

     The program which will include three sessions which will give everyone an opportunity to learn about the college’s admission policies and procedures, transfer credit guidelines, financial aid and campus housing options.

     Guests will also learn about student organizations, athletics, intramural sports, career services and support through the Learning Center through discussions and campus displays. Staff members from the Financial Aid, Student Life and Student Services Departments will be available to speak throughout the morning.

     A “parent panel” hosted by Academic and Student Affairs personnel will help address parents’ questions and concerns. A “student panel” hosted by current MacMurray students will discuss daily campus life. Each panel will be held at 11:00 a.m.

     The open house includes a luncheon at 11:45 a.m. for all prospective students in the Campus Center during which they will be able to discuss athletic opportunities at the College. Each session will include a guided campus tour given by the MacMurray Student Ambassadors and College Admissions Counselors. Mock classes will also be available for interested students to attend.

     This year, the program includes a special convocation in honor of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., which will be held at 12:30 p.m. in Annie Merner Chapel. The public is also invited to attend this special event.

     Individuals interested in learning more about what MacMurray College has to offer and available scholarships can visit www.mac.edu and can also e-mail admissions@mac.edu.

     Located in Jacksonville, Ill., MacMurray College is a private, four-year, liberal arts, coeducational college, founded in 1846, and affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Its friendly, informal environment stresses academic excellence, personal attention, career experience, and well-rounded development of each individual.