CONFIRMATION PACKET August 8, 2009 ~ 10 AM - 3 PM
DISCOVER KETTERING UNIVERSITY
We Look Forward to Your Arrival This packet is designed to help you plan and get the most from your visit to our campus. It includes: • • • •
A schedule of Discover Kettering activities Directions to Flint and Kettering University A list of accommodations in the Flint area Suggestions for other Flint area activities
To maximize your visit, please plan to arrive at 9:45 AM and use the session and tour descriptions listed in this brochure to map out your day prior to your arrival. Pick the sessions and tours that interest you. This way, you can ensure that you are able to get the most out of your day. If you can’t make it early, never fear - there is still a lot to see and do, since the Discover Kettering Open House runs until 3:00 PM. When you arrive on campus, please check in at the registration tables located in the Great Court, 2nd floor of the Campus Center Building. After registration you may take part in the activities at your leisure. However, we encourage you to attend the welcome address at 10:00 AM. Discover Kettering is an informal event, so dress casually, wear comfortable shoes, and plan on an exciting day! Morning beverages and lunch will be provided. A Special Note: If you or any member of your party requires mobility assistance, please contact the Kettering Admissions Office at (800) 955-4464, ext. 7865 or (810) 762-7865. Special touring arrangements can be made in advance to better accommodate your group. See you soon!
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REFRESHMENTS: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Sunset Cafeteria, 2nd Floor - Campus Center
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WELCOME: 10:00 AM - 10:25 AM International Room, 5th Floor - Campus Center Frank Hribar, Vice President of Enrollment Services and Michael Harris, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs
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ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS EXPO: 9:30 AM Exhibition Area, 5th Floor, Campus Center Your opportunity to meet with all our academic departments in one setting. If you arrive early, the expo starts at 9:30 a.m. so stop by and ask the faculty about our majors, minors, concentrations and specialties. Please remember you will have another chance to meet faculty, see our classrooms and labs on the self-guided tours of the Academic Building and the C.S. Mott Engineering & Science Center.
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KETTERING UNIVERSITY EXPO: 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM Connie and Jim John Recreation Center Learn about student organizations, admissions, co-op, financial aid, and more! Student Life tours start here and are given by current Kettering students. The tour guide will take you through our residence hall and recreation center where you can get your free T-shirt!
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SELF-GUIDED TOURS: 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM The Academic Building and the C.S. Mott Engineering & Science Center will be open for self-guided tours. Spend time with our professors and learn even more about our academic programs. Students and staff will be on hand to help guide you through our extensive laboratory facilities. Tour routes will be passed out at our welcome table in each building. Follow our signs to get to the buildings or ask one of our volunteers. Please allow at least one hour to complete each tour. Academic Building tour includes: Applied Math, Business, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Industrial Engineering, Liberal Studies Program (including Pre-law), Library, and Physics C.S. Mott Engineering & Science Center tour includes: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Biochemistry/Chemistry (Including Pre-med)
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SESSION OPTIONS: 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM See next page for options
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LUNCH: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Sunrise and Sunset Cafeterias, 2nd Floor - Campus Center
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SESSION OPTIONS There are as many as five different presentations going on during the following six sessions. All presentations are held at various locations within the Campus Center. Please pick one presentation of interest per session. Session descriptions are located on the next page.
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SESSION ONE: 10:30 AM – 11:05 AM
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SESSION TWO: 11:15 AM – 11:50 AM
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Co-op at Kettering: International Room – 5th Floor Unleash Your Academic Potential: Room A – 4th Floor Dual Enrollment: The Heritage Room, 4th Floor Students Speak: BJ’s Lounge – 1st Floor
SESSION FIVE: 1:30 PM – 2:05 PM
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Financial Aid: International Room – 5th Floor Study Abroad: Room A – 4th Floor Admissions & Me – Am I the Perfect Fit: The Gold Room, 4th Floor Transfer Session: The Heritage Room, 4th Floor Students Speak: BJ’s Lounge – 1st Floor
SESSION FOUR: 12:45 PM – 1:20 PM
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Students Speak: International Room – 5th Floor Financial Aid: Room A – 4th Floor Unleash Your Academic Potential: The Gold Room – 4th Floor Admissions & Me – Am I the Perfect Fit: Heritage Room – 4th Floor Co-op At Kettering: BJ’s Lounge – 1st Floor
SESSION THREE: 12:00 NOON – 12:35 PM
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Unleash Your Academic Potential: International Room – 5th Floor Financial Aid: Room A – 4th Floor Admissions & Me – Am I the Perfect Fit: Heritage Room – 4th Floor Students Speak: Sunset Room Cafeteria - 2nd Floor Co-op at Kettering: BJ’s Lounge – 1st Floor
Admissions & Me – Am I the Perfect Fit: International Room – 5th Floor Study Abroad: The Gold Room, 4th Floor Co-op at Kettering: The Heritage Room, 4th Floor Financial Aid: BJ’s Lounge – 1st Floor
SESSION SIX: 2:15 PM – 2:50 PM
Financial Aid: International Room – 5th Floor Transfer Session: Room A – 4th Floor Co-op at Kettering: The Heritage Room, 4th Floor Student’s Speak: BJ’s Lounge – 1st Floor
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Session Descriptions Unleash Your Academic Success Hear about the variety of academic opportunities Kettering University has to offer. Learn about the available academic student services and resources on campus and what your responsibilities are as a Kettering student. Admissions and Me, am I the Perfect Fit? A brief overview of Kettering University and why U.S. News and World Report continues to rank it among the top schools in the nation! Learn the characteristics of Kettering students, our admission requirements, and our enrollment process. The brightest and best students from around the world have found Kettering University to be a “Perfect Fit.” It could be a match to be made for you too! Co-op at Kettering At Kettering, co-op is a mandatory academic program. Find out how it provides students with progressively more responsible and productive experience related to their academic programs and professional goals. Dual Enrollment This session provides information on taking college classes while you’re still in high school. Financial Aid A Kettering education is a great investment. We will show you how it can be affordable. Learn about required forms, deadline dates, gift aid, loan assistance, on-campus student employment, and financial aid policies. Students Speak Speak candidly with current Kettering students about their experiences at school and on the job and find out what life at Kettering is really like. Study Abroad Discover the exciting opportunities Kettering’s Study Abroad Program has to offer you. Transfer Information This session provides information on transferring to Kettering from a community college or from another college or university.
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Things to Do, Places to Stay Our program is from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, but the fun doesn’t have to stop there! If you’re planning to arrive early or stay longer, the following pages will provide you with local accommodations, restaurants, and other area attractions.
Area Restaurants Redwood Lodge
Salvatore Scallopini
Don Pablos
5304 Gateway Centre
3277 Miller Rd.
3145 Miller Rd.
810-233-8000
810-732-1070
810-235-2262
Outback Steak House
Red Robin
Bob Evans
4270 Miller Rd. 810-720-0979
G-4141 Miller Rd.
3267 Miller Rd.
810-733-8505
810-606-8295
Badawest (Lebanese)
Blackstone Pub & Grill Italia Gardens
4018 Corunna Rd.
533 S. Saginaw St.
3273 Miller Rd.
810-232-2479
810-234-9000
810-720-4112
Lone Star Steakhouse
Hollywood Diner
Olive Garden
G-3141 Miller Rd.
3366 Corunna Rd.
810-233-9240
810-232-2200
3699 Miller Rd. 810-720-0979
Sagano Japanese Bistro
BD’s Mongolian BBQ
Applebee’s
2065 S. Linden Rd.
4205 Miller Rd.
G-3129 Miller Rd.
810-230-7300
810-732-1132
810-744-1977
Los Cuatro Amigos
Buffalo Wild Wings
Ruggero’s
2091 S. Linden Rd.
3192 S. Linden Rd.
2055 S. Linden Rd.
866-469-7114
810-230-1299
810-733-7633
Area Accommodations AmericInn
Holiday Inn Gateway
6075 Hill 23 Drive 810-233-9000 I-75 and US-23 at Hill Rd. Flint, MI
5353 Gateway Centre 810-232-5300 I-75 and US-23 at Hill Rd. Flint, MI
Courtyard by Marriott
Wingate by Wyndham
5205 Gateway Centre 810-232-3500 I-75 and US-23 at Hill Rd. Flint, MI
1359 Grande Pointe Court 810-694-9900 I-475 at Hill Rd. Grand Blanc, MI
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Area Attractions Flint Cultural Center 1178 Robert T Longway Blvd. Flint 48503 (810) 237-3450 or visit www.flintculturalcenter.com The Kearsley Street Campus includes: Alfred P. Sloan Museum, Bower Theatre, Buick Gallery & Research Center, Flint Institute of Arts, Flint Institute of Music, Flint Symphony Orchestra, Flint Youth Theatre, Longway Planetarium and The Whiting.
Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley Street, Flint 48503 Saturday, November 8, Laser Light Shows - 8:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Visit www.longwayplanetarium.com for more information. Explore the wonders of outer space and experience scientific discovery at Michigan’s largest planetarium. Longway’s Sky Theatre is equipped with the latest Digistar II technology, producing amazing three-dimensional star fields and astounding special effects. Dazzle your senses with all new laser shows.
International Year of Astronomy 2009 This year, the world will celebrate the International Year of Astronomy as it commemorates the 400th anniversary of Galileo’s use of a telescope. In 2009, the International Year of Astronomy, a global effort initiated by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), will encourage the citizens of the world to “rediscover their place in the Universe through the day- and night-time sky, thereby engaging in a personal sense of wonder and discovery”. Explore the wonders of outer space and experience scientific discovery at Michigan’s largest planetarium Sloan Museum 1221 E. Kearsley Street, Flint 48503 Visit www.sloanmuseum.com for more information. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sat. & Sun., 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. All American Classics, June 6, 2009 through September 27, 2009 Duesenburg, Packard, Cord, classics as defined by the Classic Car Club of America. Legendary as defined by car buffs and history! Don’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to experience these cars all under one roof. Representing the best of the 20’s 30’s and 40’s, this assemblage of classic automobiles defines wealth and luxury during a period not always associated with such extravagancies. This extraordinarily unique event combines rare automobiles on loan from some of the country’s most avid collectors, as well as art and fashion from the same era to complement and add context to this wonderful exhibit. Siren’s of Chrome - through November 15, 2009 Sirens of Chrome is a visual joyride through auto show history. The focus isn’t simply sheet metal; it’s on the distinctly human presence. These human hood ornaments are descendents of the Sirens of ancient Greek lore. 6.
Flint Farmer’s Market 420 E. Boulevard Drive, (near the main Post Office, downtown) Flint 48502 (810) 232-6356 or www.flintfarmersmarket.com Hours: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. This unique shopping adventure is located about one-half mile northeast of downtown. The Flint Farmer’s Market is one of the state’s largest and most complete markets with various selections of fresh vegetables, fruits, flowers, meats, fish, cheese and baked goods. While visiting, don’t miss Art at the Market located upstairs, featuring works of art by local artists!
Bronners Christmas Wonderland 25 Christmas Lane, Frankenmuth, MI 48734 (989) 652-9931 or www.bronners.com Home to over 50,000 gifts and trims for all seasons and reasons, Bronner’s is the world’s largest Christmas store. With thousands of twinkling lights, shimmering ornaments and sparkling Christmas trees, a spectacular Christmas wonderland awaits you the size of one and a half football fields!
Prime Outlets at Birch Run 12240 South Beyer Road, Birch Run 48415 Hours: Mon. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Prime Outlets - Birch Run is conveniently located in the heart of Michigan, and only minutes from Frankenmuth (Michigan’s Little Bavaria). The largest outlet center in the Midwest, Prime Outlets - Birch Run features 145 of your favorite brand name stores to include COACH Factory, Nike Factory Store, Old Navy, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Tommy Hilfiger and Michigan’s only Pottery Barn Outlet.
Great Lakes Crossing 4000 Baldwin Road, Auburn Hills 48326 1-877-SHOP-GLC Blending the hottest concepts in theme entertainment and dining with an unparalleled offering of more than 200 exciting, value-oriented and regular-priced stores. Opened in November of 1998, Great Lakes Crossing boasts six-themed and architecturally distinctive areas in a 1.4 million square foot structure. Great Lakes Crossing brings numerous “firsts” to Michigan, including Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World (five football fields worth of outdoor gear and shopping fun), GameWorks (hi-tech indoor playland developed by Steven Spielberg’s guidance), Rainforest Cafe, and Neiman Marcus Last Call Clearance Center.
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Directions to Kettering University Please note: Third Avenue has recently been changed to University Avenue. When using GPS units and mapping tools please be aware that they may not recognize University Avenue. MDOT has announced reconstruction of the M-21/Corunna Road bridge from April to August 11. Please keep this reconstruction in mind. We encourage the use of the following temporary directions.
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Exit I-69 onto I-75/US-23 North and follow the North directions outlined below.
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Exit I-75/US-23 onto Miller Road (Exit 117). Turn right (East) onto Miller Road and proceed to Ballenger Highway. Turn left (North) onto Ballenger Highway; continue North to Sunset Boulevard (sixth traffic light); Sunset Boulevard is between McLaren Regional Medical Center and Mott Park Golf Course. Sunset Boulevard merges only to the right. Turn right (East) onto Sunset Boulevard, which curves around and becomes University Avenue. Follow University Avenue past the river to Kettering University’s Campus Follow the Kettering University parking signs and turn right to park in the lot located behind the Connie & Jim John Recreation Center, then proceed to the Campus Center Building.
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Exit I-75/US-23 onto Miller Road (Exit 117). Turn left (East) onto Miller Road and proceed to Ballenger Highway. Turn left (North) onto Ballenger Highway; continue North to Sunset Boulevard (Sixth traffic light); Sunset Boulevard is between McLaren Regional Medical Center and Mott Park Golf Course. Sunset Boulevard merges only to the right. Turn right (East) onto Sunset Boulevard, which curves around and becomes University Avenue. Follow University Avenue past the river to Kettering University’s Campus Follow the Kettering University parking signs and turn right to park in the lot located behind the Connie & Jim John Recreation Center, then proceed to the Campus Center Building.
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Turn left onto University Avenue (University Avenue becomes Sunset Boulevard) and go approximately 1 mile. Turn left onto Ballenger Highway go approximately 2 miles and at the 6th traffic light turn right onto Miller Road. Go approximately 1/3 mile to I-75/US-23. 8.
UNIVERSITY
Your registration for Discover Kettering has been confirmed! See inside for important program information. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, August 8, 2009!
DISCOVER KETTERING