SUNY Orange to host admissions open house on Oct. 4

MIDDLETOWN — A broad array of educational opportunities abound at SUNY Orange, and prospective students will have the chance to investigate and plan their educational future from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 4, when the Admissions Office hosts its Fall Open House at the Shepard Student Center. SUNY Orange offers more than 30 academic majors, boasts one of the finest student transfer success rates in the SUNY system and provides diverse educational opportunities to help students meet their goals. The Open House is designed to give prospective students ample time to map their educational future, whether they will be first-time college students or former students looking to return to the classroom. In addition to admissions information, forms and timelines, faculty and staff will be on hand to discuss the academic programs, as well as the transfer and career possibilities students enjoy following graduation from SUNY Orange. Financial aid and scholarship information will also be available. Athletics and Student Life representatives will have information regarding the sports programs, clubs and organizations at the college. Tours of the campus will be provided, while free Blueberry Mountain Ice Cream and light refreshments will be provided by the BG Café. The Shepard Student Center, formerly the College Commons, is located at the intersection of South and Bennett streets. Parking is available. Contact the Admissions Office at 845-341-4205 or visit the Calendar of Events at www.sunyorange.edu.