Each year the Office of Admissions plans a number of prospective student receptions in various areas and cities around the country. Sometimes this will be done in conjunction with the Alumni Office and a section activity. Admissions ambassador attendance at these events is very important because ambassadors are given the chance to share how Missouri S&T has made a difference in their lives or the lives of their students.

Admissions ambassadors can also help Missouri S&T in planning these receptions by making the admissions office aware of good locations for these events. Often ambassadors are able to secure corporate locations for Missouri S&T at little to no cost, and students are always impressed by these connections, which are further evidence of the success of Missouri S&T graduates.

The goals of the receptions vary depending on the time of year they are held. For example, a reception held in the fall would probably be aimed chiefly at seniors, and we would want to persuade them to seriously consider Missouri S&T and apply for admission. A reception held in the spring may be planned to increase awareness of financial aid and deadlines. A spring reception is also a good time to start focusing on high school juniors.

We will typically invite local alumni and ambassadors and prospective students and their parents. There is usually a brief formal program with an admissions presentation, as well as time for ambassadors who are present to say a brief word (if they wish). There is usually ample time for more informal conversation, and there are also usually light refreshments.

You will find out about the reception most likely via email or the Admissions Ambassador website. If you have a location you think would work well for an event, please contact Cathy Tipton.