Staff Writer
Salisbury University’s Office of Admissions held Admitted Student Day on Saturday in hopes that incoming students will have the opportunity to explore all that SU has to offer.
Admissions staff member Jennifer Ziegenfus, event planner for Admitted Student day, had nothing but positive feedback despite the poor weather Saturday. This was the most heavily attended event that Admissions has ever had, with 1,900 people, 725 of them being students.
“In any walk of life you are there is something here for you,” Ziegenfus said. “I think that is what they are looking for. They want to see where they fit into the Salisbury family and this is our goal.”
According to SU admissions records, 64 percent of the people who attended the event have not yet committed to attending the university, but the majority of the accepted students are still curious about SU.
“Today I hope to know more about the school, like what I am coming too, what activities there are,” said Jacqueline Taylor, accepted and admitted incoming freshman.
While students are anticipating the experience of college life looming in the not-so-distant future, their parents are not far behind. A mother of an accepted Salisbury student, Deirdre Weiss, hopes that her son will gain clarity on his major, and decide rather or not he is ready to commit to SU.
“It’s a very impressive program, very welcoming and nurturing,” said Weiss, referring to Admitted Student Day.
Potential incoming students were given the opportunity to attend the activity fair to further their knowledge on what SU has to offer. With more than 85 Salisbury University recognized clubs and activities, students have a greater chance of becoming involved on campus their freshman year.
“I think admitted student day is a great idea, I didn’t have Admitted Student Day,” said Jacob Martin, SGA treasurer. “I wish I did, it would have gotten me more involved on campus earlier in my school career. Becoming a seagull is amazing and the SGA will be looking for new people.”
The campus community is excited to welcome the freshman class of 2018 this upcoming fall.