Jacksonville – The Office of Admissions at MacMurray College will hold an “outdoor” open house for prospective students from 8:45 a.m. until mid-afternoon on Saturday, October 8. The event will be held on the lawn of Rutledge Hall and in case of rain will be moved to Bailey Auditorium in Julian Hall. 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.

     President Lawrence D. Bryan will welcome guests and introduce the program which will include three sessions. Visitors will have the 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 1:15 p.m.

     The open house includes a luncheon for all prospective students in the Campus Center during which prospective students 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.

     Individuals interested in learning more about what MacMurray College has to offer and available scholarships can visit www.mac.edu, call 800-252-7485 and can also e-mail admissions@mac.edu.

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     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.