Published: Sept. 24, 2007

High school students interested in exploring engineering as a field of study are invited to attend a free, one-day program Oct. 13 at the University of Colorado at Boulder.

The CU Engineering Sampler will be held from 8:15 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. at the Engineering Center on the CU-Boulder campus. The program is open to high school juniors and seniors, as well as parents and guidance counselors.

Registered participants will receive an overview of engineering majors and careers, along with information on financial aid, scholarships and residence halls at CU-Boulder. They also will have the opportunity to visit their choice of laboratories for technology demonstrations, tour the CU-Boulder campus and engineering facilities, and attend panel discussions featuring current students and faculty.

Registration is requested by Oct. 5. For more information call (303) 735-2440 or go to engineering.colorado.edu/prospective/open_house.htm.