*** MEDIA ADVISORY***

High School Students in Los Angeles Get on the Bus as Part of the AT&T/ California State University “Road to College” Tour

Crenshaw High School the First Los Angeles Stop on Statewide Tour Promoting How to Plan for College

WHAT: Students will welcome the “Road to College” bus to Crenshaw High School, thanks to the $1.6 million, 4-year “Steps to College Success” effort by California State University and AT&T California to increase college access for students in underserved communities. 

More than 100 students will climb aboard a 40-foot highly-decorated bus complete with internet-ready laptops where students can take virtual tours of all 23 CSU campuses, fill out a college application and receive information on financial aid and scholarships.

A traveling street team of university representatives will be on hand to help the high school groups navigate the web pages and answer questions.

WHERE:

Crenshaw High School
5010 11th Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90043

WHEN:

September 23, 2008
Bus available for media opportunities:  7:30 a.m.
Formal program begins at 10 a.m

WHO:

• James A. Rosser, President, Cal State L. A.
• Michelle King, Superintendent, Local District 3, LAUSD
• Sheilah Sanders, Principal, Crenshaw High School
• Road to College Street Team of CSU Students and Staff
• Crenshaw High School Students

   

ADDITIONAL INFO:

Video and photography opportunities with student participants and the street team
will be available before and after the program.

CONTACT:

Erik Fallis, 562-951-4800 / 562-477-7317

Contact: Erik Fallis
(562) 951-4800

More on the AT&T/CSU Road to College Tour Photo Gallery: See images from 'Road To College' events around the state AT&T/ CSU Road to College Tour: See the tour website with schedule, images and more Background: About the AT&T/CSU partnership and program Related Press Releases: — CSU/AT&T 'Road to College' Announcement — 'Road to College' Kick-off Event in Sacramento AT&T Foundation Preparing for Cal State Admissions: How to Get to College: An easy to use guide about CSU admissions Multimedia: Slideshow presentation of How to Get to College CSU Mentor: CSU's online application and college planner Para ver en Español (.pdf)