Campbell to welcome largest freshman class in history

     A total of 760 students and their parents will descend upon Campbell University during the first session of New Student Orientation on Friday, June 22. The orientation begins at 8 a.m. Friday and ends Saturday after students have been allowed to register for fall classes.

     Herb Kerner, dean of Admissions for the University, said he attributes the enrollment increase to innovative new programs and leadership.

     “You can just walk around and see the visible improvements,” Kerner said. “You can tell by the dust on your shoes that many new buildings are going up and new landscaping and commons areas have been developed. But a lot of changes are also substantive such as new academic programs, internships and travel abroad opportunities. The word has gotten out about the richness and diversity of the curriculum.”

     Kerner explained that the improvements not only translate into jobs for students, but into the best possible education.

     “We’ve always had a good product,” Kerner said. “Our graduates are known for their high standards and hard work ethic. Now we’re doing more to combine the theoretical with the practical, to provide experiences and opportunities in a real world setting. Approximately 85 percent of our students complete internships in their field of study.”

     New Student Orientation isn’t just about academics, however, there are also plenty of opportunities to experience campus life, including live entertainment by comedian Steve Brogan, a special screening of “Night at the Museum” and a Night Owl party on Fellowship Commons featuring local group “Willow Drive.”

     For more information concerning New Student Orientation, contact the Campbell University Admissions Office at 800.334.4111.