The UofA representatives shared scholarship information, emphasizing student stories as part of the application process. Wilson said, “We want to know you as a person.” And told the students to be sure to include any clubs they’ve been in, any leadership roles, volunteer work, outside-of-school jobs, and any other personal stories that help the scholarship readers more about their student career and achievements. He said, “We take everything into account. Yes, include your test scores, but (admittance) is much more than that.”
Murdock, a graduate student, opened the floor for questions. Students asked about specific degree options such as band and music and computer science and engineering. Students also asked if the university supported programs such as FFA, asked about housing costs, and asked about Greek life on campus. One student asked, “What do you have for rodeo?” Wilson answered that UofA has an extensive equine program where students are allowed to bring and board their own horses.
After the program concluded, several students stopped to speak with Dr. Robinson and the other presenters individually and thanked them for coming to Hope High School.