SCOTTSBLUFF, Neb. - Area high school juniors and seniors are invited to learn more about college options at
the Scottsbluff/Gering Educational Planning Program (EPP) Open House, Tuesday, Sept.
10. Parents and guardians are also encouraged to attend.
The open house is scheduled from 1 - 2:30 p.m. at the John N. Harms Center of the
Western Nebraska Community College Scottsbluff Campus. The Nebraska Association for
Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers is sponsoring the event. The program
is free and open to the public.
Representatives from 45 colleges, universities, and military branches will be attending.
The purpose of the program is to give high school students and their parents/guardians
an opportunity to discuss admission requirements, housing, financial aid, scholarships,
internships, and explore different major options.
"This event is a wonderful opportunity for our local students and their parents to
be exposed to dozens of colleges and universities as they begin to think about their
future after high school," said Jolene Martin, WNCC Admissions Assistant Director.
"WNCC is excited to host this college fair, and we look forward to meeting with everyone
who attends."
A representative from EducationQuest Foundation will also be there to provide information
and resources to Nebraska students about scholarship searching and financial aid.