Monday, April 27, 2020

Auburn University-more virtual options!

Does Auburn have a new logo? The university says no.


Do you want to know more about how AU??? Join one of their live info sessions hosted by current AU students on Tuesday or Thursday at 12:00!

Auburn will have a panel of current Auburn students who will be answering questions and discussing what it is like to be a student at Auburn University. These panel’s will be held on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s at 12:00pm. Feel free to send this link to graduating seniors as well upcoming seniors!


Here is the link for students to sign up: https://apply.auburn.edu/portal/campustours

Students, click on the calendar and select the day that works best for you!

TEXT4College info and link

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Seniors:

This is an amazing opportunity to have a resource to help with guidance and questions once you are a graduate!!  
The letter with link to participate is attached, OR, you can just click the link below:

To access the survey, please click on the URL below or paste it into your web browser.


If you have questions about the study, please feel free to contact the AIR study team at text4college@air.org or call toll-free at (877) 231-7813.

Happening Today: Monday, April 27th

All:

We have several invitations from colleges for students and parents to participate in virtual info sessions.  The message bellow is another great resource for college bound students.  
Included also, is ACT prep/practice.  There is a recorded free version of previous test prep and options for paid test prep.



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Method Test Prep
Happening Today: Monday, April 27th

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Today at 11 AM Eastern Time
Free: Test Prep Time on Facebook Live
Watch over 7 hours of past Test Prep Time sessions on our YouTube page here.

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$10 Classes
Now scheduled through May 1st due to increased popularity!
These hyper-focused, 20-30-minute sessions are all about mastering specific ACT and SAT strategies.
Today's class will cover:

Redundancy & Efficiency (English/Writing & Language)

Classes meet daily at 1 PM Eastern Time in our virtual classroom.
Enroll in five or more classes and save $5 when you use promo code TPTP

For only $199 $99, get the best deal on the market – unlimited access to both ACT and SAT prep courses until you graduate from high school!
Use promo code FUTURE at checkout.
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Thursday, April 23, 2020

Al.Com wants to hear your story...

See the article below education reporter, Trisha Powell Crain, and share your #OG4LiFe Class of 2020 story!

Smh. What a way to end the year. No one’s ever had a graduation year like this, so we’re creating a memory like no class has ever had before.
We’re looking to celebrate you and share your story. What would you want to say to the Class of 2020? We want you to tell us!
Write an essay or record a quick video and leave your mark as part of your historic moment in time - the first class to have a virtual graduation.
Here are some questions or prompts to think about (You don’t have to answer all of these! Just some inspiration.)
  1. How has your life been impacted by the circumstances around the coronavirus?
  2. Describe how you are feeling right now?
  3. What have you done to adapt to the current circumstances?
  4. What are your plans for the future? This year. Next year. Beyond.
  5. If you could say anything inspiring to other members of your class, what would it be?
  6. If you could say anything to all of Alabama, what would it be?
In your essay or video, make sure you introduce yourself and shout out your school.
Some guidelines:
Personal essay:
  • 600 words or less (basically a page)
  • 8.5 x 11” artworks also accepted
Video:
  • Less than two minutes.
  • Shot in portrait mode only - hold your phone vertically.
Email your response to classof2020@al.com by Thursday, April 30th.

Wednesday, April 22, 2020

Juniors & Seniors: TROY Application Fee Waiver for Your Students

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TROY will be hosting our annual Worldwide Open House event this Thursday, April 23. This is a virtual event that your juniors and seniors can participate in to learn more about the many opportunities for them at Troy University. Students who participate in our Open House on Thursday will be provided an application fee waiver. I ask that you share this information with your students so they are able to participate and benefit from the application fee waiver.

We will not be refunding application fees to any students who have already submitted their application and the fee waiver will be active for 48 hours only.

Interested students can register to participate online at www.troy.edu/openhouse

If you or your students have questions, our Admissions Representatives will be available via phone at 800-414-5756 or via email at admit@troy.edu.

We look forward to connecting with your students as they participate in our Worldwide Open House.

Sincerely,

Tiffani Stephens Schmidt
Director of Enrollment Services
Office of Admissions

 

NAVIGATE 2020 Virtual Conference and College Fair.

Invite your students to the
NAVIGATE 2020 Virtual Conference and College Fair.  

This FREE virtual opportunity is a three-day event for students and families.  The dates are May 4-6, 2020, beginning each day at 1:00 pm.  You do not have to attend the whole event!
This event will host three days of live-stream expert presentations for students and families and a concurrent virtual college fair with fully interactive booths.  Students can chat live with college admissions representatives, helping to find fit.  
Students and families have lost opportunities in their college search due to COVID-19.
This event is free-of-charge to attendees and is designed to help students and colleges connect safely during the COVID-19 crisis.  The event will be live for three days, packed with informative sessions about the college decision process.  During those three days, students can also browse interactive college fair booths, chatting live with admissions representatives. 
Three days of live-stream presentations will help students and families understand:
  • The impact of COVID-19 on the admission process
  • Financial aid and financial award programs
  • How to balance the application: test scores, essay, extracurriculars, etc.
  • Multicultural, first generation, and accessibility/disability resources on college campuses
  • How to find the best college fit/choose a major
  • What to expect the first year on campus. 

We hope you can join us in this important event!  Register soon, space is limited.
Learn More or Register Now

Omicron Lambda Education Foundation, Inc. Scholarship

OMICRON LAMBDA EDUCATION FOUNDATION, Inc. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. 

APPLICATION GUIDELINES:

1. The primary criteria used to select students include: scholarship application, personal recommendations, cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (official transcript), leadership in school and community service activities, and other responsibilities will be considered. An eligible candidate must be a high school male senior who intends to pursue an undergraduate degree full-time at an accredited college or university. 
2. The essay question response must be typewritten and double-spaced on white 8 ½ x 11 inch paper. Be certain to include your full name at the top of each page. 
3. Attach additional pages to application only as necessary. Make certain that responses and page numbers are clearly notated. 
4. The two enclosed personal reference forms should be completed by your high school principal, guidance counselor or other professional(s) who are knowledgeable about your: (A) Academic Record (B) Potential for a Successful College Level Academic Immersion. The completed reference forms must be submitted with your application.
 5. The DEADLINE for complete applications is due in our office by Monday, April 27, 2020.

Click HERE for the application!

Friday, April 17, 2020

JUNIORS: ACT Score Information

ACT college admission test to offer single section retakes in 2020 ...

Juniors: Some of you are getting notifications from universities that your ACT scores have been sent to them - which causes me to believe that many of you should be receiving scores soon.  If you have not received your scores, just keep checking the mail and your ACT online account (if you already have one).  If you have not created an ACT online account, follow the link below and create one.  This may help you receive your scores quicker.


*UPDATE: At this time, there is not an explanation as to why some colleges or universities have received scores.   The ACT representative told Ms.Lindsey that everyone should receive their scores in the mail by the end of this month (April). 

If we are notified of updated information, we will pass it along to you. Keep checking your JeffCoEd emails for updated information!

Troy University & Hunnington College: VIRTUAL TOURS

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Rising Seniors: 

  • Huntingdon College has started doing Virtual Tours every Monday-Thursday at 10 and 2. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a tour please email wgranthum@hawks.huntingdon.edu.

  • Troy University:  if you would like more information or if you have questions about Troy. Let Mrs. Lamarca or Ms. Lindsey know and we can get you in touch with our regional recruiter Gus McKenzie


Thursday, April 16, 2020

NEW Full-Ride Scholarship for Religious Studies at Judson

Ladies:

If you are interested in pursuing Religious Studies, Judson just announced a NEW Full-Ride scholarship.  See the info and link to apply below.
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Do you know a current high school senior or college transfer student who has expressed a calling to Christian ministry?
As we announced yesterday, Judson is offering a brand-new full-ride scholarship for incoming religious studies majors preparing for careers in Christian ministry. 
Tommie Louise Caudle, 1939 Conversationalist
This scholarship, which includes tuition, fees, books, and room and board, is made possible by a generous estate gift of the late Tommie Louise Caudle, a Sylacauga native and member of the Judson College Class of 1942.
Active in Judson's Baptist Young People's Union during her time as a student, Tommie Caudle nurtured a strong faith in God throughout her life. Though her time at Judson was short, Caudle remained a loyal and devoted Judson woman, keeping her involvement active with the East Central Alabama Chapter of the JCAA. She passed away a few months after celebrating her 100th birthday with friends, members of the JCAA East Central Alabama Chapter, and Judson administrators in June 2019.

For more information on the Tommie Louise Caudle Scholarship, including specific eligibility requirements and application documents, visit the Caudle Scholarship page using the button below.

Please share this wonderful opportunity with young women you know!  
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Sincerely,
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Beth Poole
Director of Alumnae Relations