Truman Experience Weekend to Welcome Prospective Students
The University will welcome hundreds of prospective students and their families during Truman Experience Weekend, Nov. 1-2.
A new twist on traditional college visits, the Truman Experience Weekend offers multiple opportunities for future students and their families to discover what Truman has to offer. Flexible scheduling allows for guests to personalize their visit and make the most of their time on campus through tailored presentations, special events and personal interactions.
“Instead of everyone attending the same presentations, students and families have an opportunity to select which activities to try,” said Tyana Lange, vice president of student engagement, enrollment and marketing. “There is no obligation to attend everything. By spacing events out over two days, we give guests a bigger window to learn about the aspects of college life that appeal to them.”
The first Truman Experience Weekend took place in March and exceeded its goal with more than 500 guests visiting campus at some point during the two-day period. Those attending the Truman Experience in November will have a variety of events to explore.
Friday evening President Sue Thomas will be on hand to engage with students in a unique activity. Staff members from the Admissions Office and the Center for Academic Excellence will be available for a question-and-answer session. There will also be food trucks in the parking lot between McClain Hall and the Student Union Building, as well as the regular on-campus dining selections.
Evening entertainment options include a Student Activities Board-sponsored speaker in Baldwin Hall Auditorium and a show at the Del and Norma Robison Planetarium. Additional performances and presentations by campus departments may be added to the schedule. The complete itinerary for the weekend can be found at truman.edu/experience. Updates will be reflected as they are announced.
On Saturday, dining halls will be open for breakfast and lunch. President Thomas will kick off the day with a welcome address in Baldwin Hall Auditorium, followed by panel presentations specifically for students and parents.
Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about many aspects of Truman throughout the day with presentations from academic programs, study abroad, Athletics, Residence Life, the Center for Diversity and Inclusion, and Financial Aid, among others.
Tours will be available of the entire campus, as well as residence halls and the Student Recreation Center. Truman football will take the field at 12 p.m. in Stokes Stadium. Visitors should also keep an eye out for Spike, the University mascot, and the world-famous Oscar Mayer Weinermobile.
“We have created an environment where prospective students can be active participants,” said Allison Schweizer, director of admissions. “The goal is to show our amazing students and campus in an energetic and fun way so prospective students can picture themselves at Truman.”
The Truman Experience Weekend is the newest addition to the variety of visit options for prospective students. The University continues to conduct individual in-person visits – complete with campus tours – every weekday. Other arrangements can be made for special circumstances, and Truman also offers donor-sponsored visit options for families that may need assistance with any associated costs.
Prospective students and their families interested in attending the Truman Experience Weekend can find more information at truman.edu/experience. Details about specific events will be posted to the site as they become available. For more information, contact the Admissions Office at 660.785.4114 or admissions@truman.edu.
