College Application Campaign at WEHS highlights opportunities for graduates

BOWLING GREEN Ky.-High school seniors who plan on going to college were given the chance to explore opportunities right from their school, with an added perk.

This week, students of Warren East High School can participate in the college application campaign. Tuesday, SouthCentral Kentucky Community and Technical College, Campbellsville University, and Murray State University had tables set up.

Here, students could speak with representatives from these colleges on enrollment, and overall information when it comes to applications, or just general campus life. Enrollment fees are completely waived, taking off an expense completely.

Those who represented the colleges at this event say they’re thankful to have the opportunity to talk with students on what they have to offer.

“We really appreciate the opportunity to get out into the high schools and talk to future college students. This is our recruiting pool. It’s really a great relationship between the high schools and the colleges in the area and outside the area,” said SKYCTC recruiter Charlie Cole.

“Applying to college shouldn’t be the expense that they have, especially if they have to pay for college themselves. We want to make that process as easy as possible just to be able to show them how easy it can be to go to college,” said Campbellsville University enrollment counselor Claire Edwards.

Warren East senior Riley Hudnall is interested in attending Murray State University, and she says she’s thankful to her school for making it easy to learn about steps after high school.

“This has really allowed me to learn more about these colleges because I can’t travel that far. I can’t go and see these colleges just yet because school is keeping me busy, so it’s really allowed them to come to us, and it’s really helped us be able to talk to them and have better contact with them,” Hudnall said.

Students could also learn more about dual credit opportunities at SKYCTC, which is where SKYCTC courses can be taken while still in high school.