October 17, 2003: Volume 59, Number 6

Herrington cited for 'Camp College'

Kelly Herrington '96, associate dean of admissions, has received the Rising Star Award from the National Association of College Admission Counseling (NACAC) for his role as founder and organizer of Camp College, a program that encourages first-generation, college-bound high schoolers to "try on" college.

The award was presented recently at the national meeting of NACAC.

Camp College, now in its fourth year, hosted some 60 high schoolers on campus last summer. This year, the program expanded to include sessions at Niagara University and Manhattan College, each of which hosted 60 students.

"There are so many high school students who don't think college is an option for them," said Herrington. "This program has a proven record of success in making college a reality for those who might not otherwise continue their education after high school."

The simulated college experience strives to demystify college life – from academics to social life. Students, chaperones and mentors attend classes, learn about admissions and financial aid, participate in parties and sports, eat college food, and sleep in dorm rooms.

To read about this year's Camp College, visit: http://www.union.edu/N/DS/s.php?s=3850.

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