What to Expect for Visiting Days @ SI
Visiting Days @ SI, an event for accepted students, is your opportunity to delve deeper into any aspects of SI that interest you, address any questions you might still have, and really get a sense of the place and what your life might look like here. We’ve planned this event to give you the opportunity to converse with faculty in a relaxed setting; hear from current students about their specializations and meet with our students socially; learn more about the services we provide students from our staff; and learn about the impact of the SI experience from alumni of the program. This is also a great opportunity to meet some of the stellar people who will be your cohort members in the Fall!
The days are packed with information, but given the scope and depth of the SI program, there may be some areas that are not addressed in presentations as thoroughly as you might wish. I strongly encourage you take charge of your visit and seek out the people who might be able to share more with you. Ask questions at the presentations! Make the most of your time with current students! Our student groups will be out with you on Sunday night, and present a great opportunity to learn more. Visiting Days can be all that you make of it. This proactive attitude is something that will serve you well in your time at SI too. There are a great deal of resources and knowledge to be had…be sure to seek them out!
Some of you might be wondering about dress code for the weekend. I believe that you should first and foremost feel comfortable. You’ll be spending quite a lot of time sitting, but there will also be some walks that have you travel across campus, so keep that in mind for your shoes! Although we will be sending an email prior to the weekend to give you a weather update, spring in Michigan is always a bit unpredictable. I’d encourage layers (plus something for rain) to make sure you’ll be prepared. Temperatures can be anywhere from the 40s to the 60s during the day, and could dip lower than that at night. It can also be a bit windy, so a jacket is a good idea.
We also often get questions about what to wear to the Networking Fair with potential employers. Again, I’d stress that your comfort is important, and mention that you might feel a bit more comfortable at this event in something a little nicer than typical weekend wear, but there’s no need to go as far as a suit and tie. You’ll have the chance to make connections with employers for future internship and career opportunities, so go for looking sharp and put together.
On the topic of the Networking Fair, it’s completely appropriate to come with some resumes to share with employers with whom you are interested. This fair will give you the opportunity to chat with employers about your career aspirations and learn about their organizations. You’ll learn about current and future internship opportunities, and is a great chance to network with professionals in your field.
We strive to make this event as informative and meaningful for you as possible. Communication regarding the logistics of the event, such as lodging, parking, shuttles, etc. will be sent as the event nears. If you have any questions about Visiting Days @ SI, please don’t hesitate to contact us!
Veronica Vergoth
Admissions Advisor
vvergoth@umich.edu
734-763-2285
Posted by vvergoth on March 10, 2009 at 12:55 PM | Comments (0)
