Evening, Weekend & Graduate

Upcoming Events


Simpson Speaker Series - Insights on Leadership
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Networking reception at 5:30pm
Featured speaker at 6:00pm
West Des Moines campus

The Simpson Speaker Series is a free event hosted by Evening, Weekend & Graduate programs on the last Tuesday of the month.  Guest speakers will discuss "Insights on Leadership". All presentations are open to the public. Please join us for a lively and engaging evening of conversation.

More details are available at www.simpson.edu/speakerseries. RSVP for all events by calling (515) 309-3099.

Free Advising Night - for prospective students
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
5:00-7:00pm
Ankeny campus

Are you thinking about college but not sure where to start? Start here! This is an opportunity to meet one-on-one with a Simpson advisor and discuss how to choose a major, how to apply, and how to get started. Bring your official or unofficial transcripts for an informal review and find out how many courses it would take to complete your degree at Simpson.

Call (515) 309-3099 to RSVP.

Transitions - A Free Orientation for Adult Students
Tuesdays, April 17, 24, May 1, 2012
Tuesdays, August 7, 14, 21, 2012
Thursdays, November 29, December 6, 13, 2012
6:00-9:00pm each night
Rotates among campuses

If you are thinking about Simpson College this is your opportunity to check it out for free! Transitions is a three-night orientation session for new adult students or for anyone who is considering Simpson. You will earn 1 free credit upon completion of the course. Click here for more information and the topics covered in this one-of-a-kind class.

Call (515) 309-3099 to register or register online.

Information Session - Master of Arts in Criminal Justice Program
 Wednesday, February 15, 2012, Ankeny campus
Wednesday, May 16, 2012, West Des Moines Campus
6:00-7:00pm

Are you interested in furthering your career in criminal justice? Learn more about Simpson's Master of Arts in Criminal Justice (MACJ) program. Both the director and advisor of the MACJ program will share information about the curriculum, the application process, financial aid options, course schedules, and career opportunities.

Call (515) 309-3099 to RSVP.

Information Session - Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) Program
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
6:00-7:00pm
Indianola campus

Have you always dreamed of becoming a teacher? If you have a bachelor degree in an area other than education, Simpson's Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program is for you. The MAT program provides teaching licensure for 5th-12th grade and prepares you for the classroom. Join the director and advisor of the MAT program to learn about the program, the application process, financial aid options, course schedule, and career opportunities.

Call (515) 309-3099 to RSVP.


Life Experience Portfolio Workshop (earn free credit for prior learning)- for current and prospective students
 Wednesday, April 18, 2012 from 6:00-7:00pm, Indianola campus
Saturday, July 28, 2012 from 9:00-10:00am, West Des Moines campus
Thursday, November 15, 2012 from 6:00-7:00pm, Ankeny campus

Simpson's Life Experience Portfolio (LEP) program provides a way for adult students to earn free college credit for their life experiences and prior learning. This information session will help adult students understand the steps to portfolio development and how to maximize the number of credits awarded.

Call (515) 309-3099 to RSVP.

Making College Affordable - Navigating financial aid for current and prospective students
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
6:00-7:00pm
West Des Moines campus

Am I eligible for loans, grants, or scholarships? What is the FAFSA? How do I fill it out? How does employer reimbursement work? Get the answers to these questions and more in this information-filled Q and A session  led by Tracie Pavon, Simpon's Director of Financial Assistance. Join us to make sure you are accessing every dollar availble to you as an adult student.

Call (515) 309-3099 to RSVP.

 



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