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Michael D. Chason Director of Public Relations ABAC 30 -- 2802 Moore Highway Tifton, GA 31793-2601 Phone 229-391-5055 Fax 229-391-5056 mchason@abac.edu

IMMEDIATE JULY 5, 2005

FRESHMAN ORIENTATION JULY 21 AT ABAC

TIFTON-- Orientation for new freshmen students at Abraham Baldwin College will be held July 21 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the J. Lamar Branch Student Center.

There is an orientation fee of $30, and pre-registration is encouraged. “If students pay the orientation fee early, they can skip a step and arrive at a later time,” Ali Csinos, Coordinator of Student Recruitment, said. Those who have paid registration fees can report at 9:30 a.m.

Registration for other new and returning students will take place on July 22 beginning at 9 a.m. This applies to all returning students who did not pre-register in spring, new students needing to register, and students who have to take placement tests in July 21.

There will be planned activities for students to get acquainted with future classmates during orientation, as well as a time for parents to get all their questions answered.

There will also be orientation leaders available to assist students. A wide range of student leaders will be represented so if students have any questions, they can get a club member’s viewpoint.

For this orientation session, ABAC has 167 students already registered, but expects 200-250 students by the date of orientation. Along with those students, 125-150 parents are expected to attend. Csinos said, “It’s going to be another big turnout.”

“Parents will have the opportunity to have a question and answer session with some of the college administrators, as well as enjoy the break area where refreshments will be provided,” Csinos said.

The final freshmen orientation session prior to the beginning of the fall term on Aug. 22 is scheduled for Aug 18. All first-time entering freshmen must attend one of the orientation sessions.

Students who need assistance paying for their college education can still apply for financial aid. Fee payment deadline for fall semester is Aug. 10. For additional information, contact the Financial Aid Office at (229) 391-4910.

For additional information about the fall semester or to request an application, contact Enrollment Services at (229) 391- 5001, or visit the ABAC web site at www.abac.edu.

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