Name: Lucy Partington

School: Chapman University

Major: Public Relations, Advertising, and Entertainment Marketing

Location: Orange, California

Mascot: Pete the Panther

How did you first hear about Chapman, and what made you apply? “I first heard about Chapman when I was on the New Media Los Angeles immersion trip fall of my junior year. I randomly saw the degree listed on the flyer and started to research more.”

Why Chapman? “I chose Chapman because of the film school. Dodge College of Film and Media Arts is a well recognized school in the industry so I knew I couldn’t pass up the opportunity when I got accepted into the program. Then after touring and speaking with the faculty I knew it was the right place for me as there are so many opportunities within Dodge like the internship connections and the mast classes they hold.”  

What are you most excited about? “I am most excited about being somewhere new! I love warm weather and the beach and Chapman is about a 15 minute drive away from the beach! I’m also super excited to explore downtown LA and just start a new chapter in my life!”

Name: Lily Smith

School: Indiana University 

Major: Biology

Location: Bloomington, Indiana

Mascot: Hoosiers

How did you first hear about Indiana, and what made you apply? “I first heard about IU from my dad, as he went there for his masters degree. I also saw how many students from Lake Forest attend IU each year and knew I wanted to check it out. I loved the campus when I visited the spring of junior year, and therefore, decided to apply.”

Why Indiana? “I felt very at home when I visited campus. Everyone was super friendly, and the D1 sports, and school spirit definitely drew me in. I was also admitted into the honors college which was very exciting and helped me make my final decision.”  

What are you most excited about? “I’m very excited to meet everyone and go to football and basketball games. Rushing is also very popular at IU so I plan to get involved in this as well!”

Name: Eli Zuerlein 

School: University of Maryland College Park

Major: Biology 

Location: College Park, MD

Mascot: Terrapins

How did you first hear about UMD, and what made you apply? “I first heard about it because I grew up in DC and wanted to go back. So I looked for colleges near the city and found UMD.”

Why UMD? “I chose it for its proximity to DC and their great Bio program.”

What are you most excited about? “I am most excited to start learning more about biology and being more independent.”

Name: Samantha Rogers

School: Mount Holyoke

Major: English

Location: South Hadley, Massachusetts

Mascot: Lyons

How did you first hear about Mount Holyoke, and what made you apply? “It’s a good school, and my mom grew up nearby so she knew about it. It’s a small liberal arts school which is what I wanted. Mount Holyoke is also known for its riding program, which is what really interested me.”

Why Mount Holyoke? “I visited and I felt happy there. I liked the campus and it was good for my major. With people who were excited to learn and small class sizes. Also it’s a women’s college, which offers its own unique experiences.”

What are you most excited about? “I’m excited to meet new people with similar interests and values and to go out of state. I’ve never lived outside of Illinois, so I’m excited to live somewhere else.”

Name: Lamontae Bradin

School: College of Lake County 

Major: Music

Location: Grayslake, Illinois

Mascot: Lancer

How did you first hear about CLC, and what made you apply? “I heard from one of my friends that CLC is a good college to start at if you don’t want to start off going to a 4 year college. There are many classes I like, but mostly I want to do music and record my songs.”

Why CLC? “I chose to go to CLC because I I heard that they have some music programs and I am trying to learn more about how to become a song artist. I want to be famous and CLC can get me started on becoming a musical artist.”

What are you most excited about? “I am most excited about getting to meet new people and just having fun with the music I am going to be making.”

Name: Sarah Constantine

School: University of Colorado-Boulder

Major: Civil Engineering

Location: Boulder, Colorado

Mascot: Buffs

How did you first hear about Boulder and what made you apply? “During my internship with an architectural company the CEO spoke highly of Boulders Engineering program. I also have many friends attending Boulder who have spoken very highly about the school and its experience!”

Why Boulder? “Growth in the Denver/Boulder area provides the ideal job opportunity. I know Boulder will set me up with great success in my future.”

What are you most excited about? “The landscape of Boulder is like no other. I fell in love with the environment and jaw dropping background of the mountings. I look forward to exploring all the Boulder has to offer. SKO BUFFS!!”