Admission

Monday, April 15, 2013

9:15 – 10 a.m.
Faculty Seminar: Lessons from a Bed of Nails
Gordon Jones, professor of physics, will use a vacuum bazooka and a floating bowling ball to explain why our ears pop and why ships float.
Kennedy Auditorium, Taylor Science Center (#42 on map)

1:15 – 3 p.m.
Self-Guided Residence Hall Tours
With 28 residence halls on campus, students have many choices regarding how and where they live during their time at Hamilton. Stop by any time throughout the afternoon as students introduce you to a sampling of residential options listed in your packet.

1:15 – 2 p.m.
Informational Seminars

• Life on the Hill
  Dean of Students Nancy Thompson will lead a discussion on life at Hamilton with student panelists. Learn about social options on campus and in the local area.
  Bradford Auditorium, Kirner-Johnson Building (#14 on map)
• Off-Campus Study
  In addition to our programs in China, France, Spain, New York City and Washington, D.C., Hamilton sends students to more than 35 countries each year. More than half of our students choose to study off campus. Join Carol Drogus, associate dean of students for off-campus study, to learn about the exciting possibilities for students to explore life off the Hill.
  Dwight Lounge, Bristol Center (#53 on map)
• Pre-Law Advising
  Hamilton’s long-standing reputation as a college committed to producing persuasive writers and speakers has served students well. Join Heather Wixson, associate director of the career center, to learn how a Hamilton education can lead to a career in law.
  Conference Room, Sadove Center at Emerson Hall (#17 on map)
• Research Opportunities
  Join Associate Professor of Chemistry Ian Rosenstein, Student Fellowships Coordinator Virginia Dosch and Director of the Arthur Levitt Public Affairs Center and Associate Professor of Economics Julio Videras to learn about unique opportunities available to Hamilton students for conducting collaborative research with faculty members and securing fellowships for research around the globe.
  Classroom #3024, Taylor Science Center (#42 on map)
• Wellness and Athletics
  Jon Hind ’80, director of physical education and athletics, and Dave Thompson, director of campus wellness and professor of physical education, will lead a discussion about wellness and athletics opportunities available at Hamilton that range from varsity to intramural and club sports to recreation and fitness activities.
  Blood Fitness and Dance Center (#64 on map)
• Community Outreach and Opportunity Project (COOP)
  Stop by the COOP to see what Hamilton students are doing to change the world in our neighboring communities and beyond. Meet with student leaders of Hamilton’s pre-orientation program, Outreach Adventure, Hamilton Association for Volunteering, Outreach and Charity (HAVOC), Alternative Spring Break (ASB), and the Bonner Leader program to learn more about volunteer opportunities and pre-orientation service programs as well as non-profit internship possibilities.
  3rd Floor Lounge, Chapel (#51 on map)

2:15 – 3 p.m. 
Informational Seminars

• Life on the Hill
  Dean of Students Nancy Thompson leads a discussion on life at Hamilton with student panelists. Learn about social options on campus and in the local area.
  Bradford Auditorium, Kirner-Johnson Building (#14 on map)
• Demystifing Hamilton’s Open Curriculum
  Learn about Hamilton’s Plan for Liberal Education. Dean of Faculty Patrick Reynolds will discuss Hamilton’s open curriculum, including the flexibility it offers, the responsibility you will assume and the high expectations of your professors. Learn more about our focus on advising, experiential learning opportunities, writing-intensive coursework and emphasis on oral communication.
  Chapel (#51 on map)
• Off-Campus Study
  In addition to our programs in China, France, Spain, New York City and Washington, D.C., Hamilton sends students to more than 35 countries each year, with more than half of our student body choosing to study off campus. Join Carol Drogus, associate dean of students for off-campus study, to learn about the exciting possibilities for students to explore life off the Hill.
  Dwight Lounge, Bristol Center (#53 on map)
• Career Center: Resources and Services
  Hamilton students find a wealth of resources at the Career Center and through our alumni network. Learn about the programs offered by Career Center staff as they help students with issues ranging from choice of major and résumé writing, to assisting with the search for internships, post-graduation employment and graduate school.
  Conference Room, Sadove Center at Emerson Hall (#17 on map)
• Health Professions Advising
  Interested in a medical, dental or veterinary career? Coordinator of Health Professions Advising Leslie North will lead an informative session about Hamilton’s role in helping you prepare for a career in the health professions.
  Kennedy Auditorium, Taylor Science Center (#42 on map)
• Outdoor Leadership Opportunities
  Stop by the Glen House to meet the Outdoor Leadership staff and hear about exciting adventures offered by the Hamilton Outing Club and Adirondack Adventure.
  Glen House (#22 on map)