ASC students can spend a semester away (06-08-06)
Adams State College students can now attend college across the nation through the National Student Exchange Program.
Bobbi Jo Keefer, director of student life, spearheaded the project.
"I'm a firm believer in study abroad and opportunities for students to experience as much as they can," Keefer said. "This can be a great way to open students' eyes to discover more about their world."
Adams State students continue to pay Adams State tuition while attending an NSE university.
Priscilla Gardea '06 plans to attend Keene State College in New Hampshire.
"I want to get the most from my undergraduate experience," Gardea said. "Going to a new school for my final semester will be like reliving my freshman year."
Amy LeVay '08, an art major, plans to attend California State University at Northridge.
LeVay said going to a larger school will allow her to develop her social skills and choose from a variety of classes. "Since I am an art major, the more experience I get with different styles of professors, the more my talent will expand," she said.
Jodie Brubacher '09 plans to attend University of Hawaii at Hilo.
"I have always wanted to go to Hawaii," Brubacher said. "I heard about the NSE program and figured that it would be a perfect way to go. Plus, I would be able to spend a lot more time there than I would on a vacation."
Keefer said students can choose to study for up to a full academic year at participating schools in the US and its provinces, Canada, and Guam.
In order to be eligible for the program, students must maintain a 2.7 GPA.
For more information visit NSE's website at www.nse.org or contact Bobbi Jo Keefer at 719-587-8191.
By Linda Relyea
