Earlham College offering pre-college experience in summer sessions

Deanna Watson, Richmond Palladium-Item
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RICHMOND, Ind. – High school students considering Earlham College in the not-too-distant future can experience life at the Richmond campus during weeklong sessions in June.

Thanks to a major grant from Lilly Endowment Inc., Earlham College is offering two separate weeklong pre-college experiences for Indiana students in June. The sessions come at little to no cost for sophomores, juniors and seniors, according to Earlham College.

Earlham Hall, the central hub of campus, was originally built at Earlham College in Richmond, Ind., in 1855, it was mostly destroyed in a fire and rebuilt in 1957. You can find the Offices of Student Life and Residence Life on its main floor.
Earlham Hall, the central hub of campus, was originally built at Earlham College in Richmond, Ind., in 1855, it was mostly destroyed in a fire and rebuilt in 1957. You can find the Offices of Student Life and Residence Life on its main floor.

"Students will live their week like a true Earlhamite," the website states, "with classes in creative writing, chemistry, game development or metalsmithing. But college isn’t just about learning and preparing for your future career — it’s also about the social atmosphere and making lifelong friendships. Earlham Summer will offer structured social events and opportunities to bond with your new classmates.

"You’ll leave Earlham’s campus more prepared for college and the journey you’re about to embark on."

Initial announcements of the pre-college experience sessions drew strong support, but spots are still available, said Brian Zimmerman, director of media relations at Earlham College. A total of 120 spots were initially offered, according to a November 2022 announcement.

The two individual opportunities are:

  • Session 1: June 18-23

  • Session 2: June 25-30

The registration form at earlham.edu/summer is still available for those interested in registering for either of the two sessions.

Alumni support will open enrollment to a national audience in 2024.

The Lilly Endowment Inc. grant is part of a statewide $29 million investment aimed at helping Indiana youth experience higher education programs to better determine their interests, learn new skills and picture themselves on a college campus.

“This program is intentionally designed to help the next generation of students envision how a college education can enrich their lives and support their future pursuits,” said Jill Nelson, associate director of summer programs. “With our national reputation for outstanding classroom teaching and value, we’re ideally positioned to provide access to a rewarding college education for students from all backgrounds and interests.”

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