Thanks in large part to help from alumni volunteers, the College has set a record for undergraduate applications. Union Admissions saw applications rise above 4,800, according to Steve Ciesinski '70, chairman of the College's Board of Trustees. That's about 10 percent ahead last year's total. The College got 8 applications per spot in the incoming freshman class, which is higher than the average 7.7 applications per class spot of Union's top competitors.
“These good numbers are the result of years of College-wide efforts including expanded travel, communications initiatives, publications, and, of course, enhanced outreach by our proud alumni,” wrote Ciesinski in a February board report.
Last fall Palmer Fargnoli '93 was named director of the newly created Alumni Admissions Program. The program connects alumni with prospective students to offer them a chance to discover our community beyond the walls of Union. Alumni volunteer opportunities include attending college fairs, conducting off-campus interviews, referring outstanding students, and donating frequent flier miles.
To reach Palmer, call him at: (518) 388-6112, or e-mail him at: fargnolp@union.edu. To be an alumni admissions volunteer, contact Admissions at (518) 388-6112 or e-mail lecceh@union.edu.