Hosts are needed for the Bowdoin Invitational during the weekend of November 11 to 14.
This year the Bowdoin Invitational will bring 120 prospective students who represent ethnic and socioeconomic diversity from all over the country.
"The Invitational is an all-expenses paid weekend, providing students and their families an opportunity to make Bowdoin College a viable college option, while not having to feel the burden of paying for the visit," said Assistant Dean of Admissions and Director of Multicultural Recruitment Erby Mitchell.
"During the weekend, we hope that by attending classes, having a personal admissions interview, and meeting with faculty and students, that our prospective students leave Bowdoin with a better sense of the opportunities at this small, highly selective liberal arts college," said Mitchell. "More importantly, we hope that these students of color and low-income students can see themselves as vital members of this vibrant, diverse community of learners."
The program aims to give a clear depiction of college life at Bowdoin without making the College appear too "perfect," Mitchell said. For this reason hosts are asked to be as honest as possible about their experiences at Bowdoin.
Individuals interested in acting as a host to prospective students during the Invitational Weekend should contact Assistant Director of Residential Life Ginette Saimprevil at gsaimpre@bowdoin.edu or 725-3301.