The College of Charleston offers several popular programs for minority students to experience college life. AALANA (African American, Latino, Asian, Native American) Preview Day is Saturday, October 8, 2011 and registration is still open. The event is free, but registration is required. Watch a video from the event.

AALANA Preview Day is held on campus from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and students will have the opportunity to learn more about financial aid, interact with professors, meet currently enrolled AALANA students and attend mini-workshops.

Students also have the opportunity to stay overnight on campus as part of the M.O.V.E. (Multicultural Overnight Visit Experience) program. The October 7-8 session is full, but registrations are still being accepted for the October 28-29, 2011 program. The event is free, but registration is required.

M.O.V.E. is an overnight program offered for students from diverse backgrounds who are interested in attending the College. At M.O.V.E., students are hosted by a currently enrolled minority student and stay overnight in one of eight residence halls. They also have the opportunity to learn about pre-professional programs and experience the college community.

For more information, contact Debbie Counts at countsd@cofc.edu or phone 843.953.4954.