Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Host SOLDOUT College Prep 101 in Southwest Atlanta

WHAT: 12th Annual College Prep 101, is a collaboration with High Aspirations Foundation, Inc., Delta Sigma Theta Sorority – Atlanta Suburban Alumnae Chapter and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity – Tau Chapter. College Prep 101 is a FREE community event open to middle and high school students and their families. The event is SOLDOUT, while registration is free, the event cannot accommodate any more students.

WHEN: Saturday, September 24, 2016 at 9:30 am

WHERE: Benjamin E. Mays High School, located at 3450 Benjamin E. Mays Drive, SW, Atlanta, GA 30331.

WHO: Over 600 middle and high school students along with 200 parents/guardians are already registered to attend

Workshops and Speakers

Needed Me: Funding your Undergraduate Education

Mrs. Rosa McQuay will explain new changes to the financial aid process and give best practices for securing scholarships for college.

Presenter: Rosa McQuay, Spelman College, Financial Aid Specialist

Controlla: Scoring High on the ACT/SAT

Mr. Olu Sanya will outline the difference between the ACT and SAT, share strategies for performing well on both tests and offer online resources to assist.

Presenter: Olu Sanya, Success Prep, Standardized Test Expert

I Got the Keys: Selecting the Best College for You

This comprehensive admissions workshop will address how to select a college, what questions to ask on college tours, how to become a competitive candidate for college and establishing a good social media presence.

Presenter: Erica L. Knight, Emory University, Career Coach

Middle School Panelists:

Damon Williams, Emory University, Admissions Specialist

Eric Bell, Kaplan Test Services, Standardize Testing Expert

Keith Webb, Merrill Lynch, Financial Planner Emeritus