Politics & Government

Students Pack Jay Chen College Application Workshop

More than 100 filled their local campaign office to get tips on how to improve their chances of getting into a school of their choice.

The Jay Chen campaign recently hosted a College Application Workshop at their Hacienda Heights office, according to campaign officials.

More than 100 students and parents from several high schools – including Diamond Bar, Walnut, Wilson, Los Altos and John A. Rowland high schools – participated.

"(We) provided tips on how to apply to college, from crafting the application, preparing for the interview, practicing the SAT and writing your personal statement," said campaign spokesman Calvin Sung. "We will be doing several more this fall!"

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