On Wednesday, Sept. 18, students had the chance to explore their futures at the annual college fair. The event brought together representatives from various colleges, technical schools, and even the army to give students a look into their options after graduation.

Representatives handed out brochures, answered questions, and shared advice about scholarships, application processes, and even campus life. From larger to smaller colleges, students were able to learn more about the schools they were interested in and even discover new colleges.

Freshmen through seniors were all given the opportunity to attend the college fair, as well as students from surrounding schools such as Riverside, Elkhorn, Audubon, and CAM . For many underclassmen students, it was their first time thinking about potential pathways and careers after high school. 

The fair also gave students a chance to connect with the college’s mailing list. The mailing list helps students get informed about events, applications, and other important information they may need or want to know.

Guidance secretary Gina Honke thought that the college fair was a great turnout. “I think it was beneficial to the students who take advantage of the opportunity”, she said. Honke wishes students would take the college fair more seriously. One thing she wishes would be different next year is timing. She talked about how students don’t need an entire hour, “I would like to see a shorter time for the college fair, many students lost interest very quickly.”

With so many options to choose from, decisions after high school can be difficult, stressful, and overwhelming. A college fair is an important event and opportunity for students to plan or even just get an idea of what they want their future to look like.