Prospective students will have the opportunity to explore campus life and academic programs during a special visit event at Lake Land College later this month. The college will host its annual Laker Visit Day on Friday, March 20, giving future students a chance to learn more about programs, resources and opportunities available on campus.
Check-in will begin at 8:15 a.m. in the Luther Student Center, with the event starting at 9 a.m. Student ambassadors will guide attendees on campus tours while sharing their experiences as Lake Land students.
Visitors will also be able to meet with faculty members to learn more about specific academic programs and speak with representatives from several student services, including counseling, career services, student accommodations, student wellness, TRIO Student Support Services and financial aid.
Parents or guardians are encouraged to attend as well, with a special session planned to provide information tailored to families of prospective students. Following the morning activities, the college’s Broadcast Communication Department will host a special open house from noon to 2 p.m., with lunch provided at noon.
The open house will give prospective students an inside look at Lake Land’s broadcasting program, including the chance to meet faculty and current students, learn about career paths in media and participate in hands-on activities with audio and video equipment. Visitors will also tour the college’s student-run radio station, WLKL 89.9 The Max Alternative.
According to Greg Powers, Speech Communication and Broadcasting instructor and director of broadcast operations, the event is designed to give students a deeper look at opportunities in the field.
Students enrolled in Lake Land’s Broadcast Communication program can earn an associate degree that prepares them for immediate employment or transfer to a four-year university. The program also offers three certificate options.
Students gain hands-on experience through a variety of media opportunities, including broadcasting live on WLKL, anchoring newscasts, working in the TV production studio and control room, producing podcasts, commentating on live sports events and using professional audio, video and digital editing equipment.
More information and registration for both events is available on the Lake Land College visit page at LakeLandCollege.edu/visit.
