This time of year is all about introductions. You are introducing yourself to new teachers, new classes, new leadership positions, and new classmates. And this year is special because you are also introducing yourself to colleges and universities…one of which will be your home for the next four years.
Everyone here in the Admission Office is eager to meet you and introduce you to the wonderful opportunities that await you at Scripps College. I hope that the introduction to Scripps College will act as a springboard into the admission process, where you and your family feel comfortable asking the tough questions to figure out if Scripps is the right place for you.
It’s also my pleasure to introduce you to our brand new admission website. We hope you find the site easy to navigate and full of information about what type of student is happy and successful at Scripps College. On this site, you can learn about the academic and social life at Scripps and in the Claremont Colleges consortium, check the status of your application, and register for campus tours, preview events, and personal visits.
Finally, I am so proud to introduce you to Scripps College: our dynamic students, our wonderful faculty, and our stunning campus. At high school visits, college fairs, and receptions, I am often asked: “Who is a Scripps student (and would I fit in, find it challenging, be happy there, too)?” While there is no easy answer to this question and our students’ interests and aptitudes run the gamut, here are some common characteristics shared by our students:
· Scripps students are interested in many different things, both in and out of the classroom. They are curious about the world around them and explore the intersections of their many passions.
· Scripps students love a challenge. They enjoy discussions and collaboration with their peers and professors. They are high achievers, but relish the exchange of ideas and concepts in the classroom, in extracurricular activities, and in everyday conversations.
· Scripps is a close-knit community where students support each other. With this support, Scripps students flourish, taking on leadership roles, performing research, and trying new things such as ballroom dancing and organic gardening.
Check this website regularly to learn more about Scripps College, the application process, and what our students and faculty are up to in the 2010-11 year. Hope to see you on campus soon!
Laura, Director of Admission
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