Approximately 175 people attended the College and Transfer Fair hosted by Spoon River College on October 22 at the Canton Campus.
District high school students from Canton, Cuba, Lewistown, Spoon River Valley, and VIT, as well as area college students, were able to visit with more than 35 representatives from a variety of higher education institutions and military branches.
“This event is an excellent opportunity to explore a variety of colleges and options, all in one place, at one time, and to get answers to questions regarding admission requirements, tuition, room and board, and more,” said Brandi Ketcham, SRC advisor and coordinator of the event.
The event coincided with National Transfer Student Week, which is celebrated annually to highlight the successes and the challenges for transfer students.
Baccalaureate degree seeking students often complete the first two years of study at a community college for a significant cost savings. To ensure a smooth transfer of credits, SRC participates in the Illinois Articulation Initiative, a statewide agreement that allows transfer of the completed Illinois General Education Core Curriculum between participating institutions.
“This agreement assures transferring students that lower-division general education requirements for an associate or bachelor’s degree have been met,” Ketcham said. “Having an event like this gives students the chance to get additional information that can help them make decisions about their future educational journey.”