WHO: The Office of Admission is looking for enthusiastic, motivated, and fun current Drake students to host prospective students during the Chicago Bus Trip. You must be in good academic standing with the University to host and live in a residence hall. You do not need to be from Chicago, nor a Chicago Bus Trip "alumni."
WHAT: The Chicago Bus Trip is an annual admission recruiting event and Drake tradition! Admitted students from the Chicago area will get an inside look into "Drake life" through an overnight experience with you! This trip helps many students make their final decision regarding if they want to be a Drake Bulldog.
WHEN: The Chicago Bus Trip is March 6-7, 2016. Hosts must be available from 6:30 PM on Sunday, March 6 to 8:00 AM on Monday, March 7. We expect you to spend quality time with your prospective student during this time frame; please refrain from signing up if you cannot commit to this.
WHERE: Drake! Your residence hall, the Knapp Center, Olmsted, the library, etc.!
WHY: This is a fun opportunity to show a prospective student why you LOVE Drake and help them make their college decision!
If interested, please sign up by February 16. You will be notified if you will be hosting a student in mid-February. Matches will be made based on need and compatibility of academic major and involvement. If selected, you will need to attend a mandatory meeting on Thursday, March 3 at 3:00 PM.
Questions? Please contact
natalie.larson@drake.edu.