Webinar: EducationUSA Canada August Virtual Showcase by EducationUSA Canada

About This Webinar

Learn about 16 diverse U.S. universities and colleges!

The Showcase will begin with a presentation on "Tips for Completing your Common Application," by EducationUSA adviser Jenika Heim (11:00-11:30 am ET). Then, every 15 minutes, a U.S. admissions officer will give information about their university including top majors, athletics, special programs, campus amenities, work/internship opportunities, admissions procedures, scholarships, and more!

AGENDA (times are in Eastern Time):
11:00 - "Tips for Completing your Common Application," EducationUSA
11:30 - Manhattanville College (NY)
11:45 - Drexel University (PA)
12:00 - Vanderbilt University (TN)
12:15 - Georgia State University
12:30 - University of South Alabama
12:45 - University of California, Davis
1:00 - UC Berkeley Dual Degree Programs
1:15 - Musicians Institute (CA)
1:30 - Minot State University (ND)
1:45 - Mills College (CA)
2:00 - Maryville College (TN)
2:15 - Texas A&M University-Texarkana
2:30 - University of California Irvine
2:45 - Pepperdine University (CA)
3:00 - College of Staten Island/CUNY
3:15 - Community Colleges of Spokane (WA)

Jenika Heim

Jenika advises students across Canada on the process of applying to U.S. universities. EducationUSA is a free service funded by the U.S. Department of State.

College of Staten Island/CUNY

Monika Wojciechowski, Assistant Director for International Admissions

College of Staten Island is one of the senior colleges within the City University of New York, the nation’s largest urban public university. CSI offers an unusual opportunity to students: to experience life in New York while studying on a large and beautiful 204-acre campus.

Community Colleges of Spokane

Katherine Thompson, Global Education Recruiting and Admissions Manager

The Community Colleges of Spokane (CCS) is a multi-campus accredited institution offering two and four-year degrees with over 120 programs of study including 20+ high demand healthcare programs. Additionally, CCS Athletics ranks consistently as a #1 rated community college program on the West Coast with opportunities for student-athletes.

Drexel University

Mary Catalfamo, Director of Operations and Application Mgmt.

Drexel University is a comprehensive R1-designated private research university located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1891, Drexel has a tradition of being an innovator in higher education — integrating advanced technology and experiential learning into its curriculum.

Georgia State University

Shayna Flint, International Admissions Counselor

Georgia State University is a comprehensive research institution located in the heart of Atlanta. With over 250 different programs to choose from, students are easily able to find their niche in higher education. GSU is proud to be ranked among the top in the nation for campus diversity, undergraduate teaching, and innovation. We welcome students from over 150 different countries and offer a unique urban learning experience.

Manhattanville College

Lena Adely, Director of International Admissions

Manhattanville is a private liberal-arts institution in Purchase, New York, just 30 minutes north of NYC. From around the world, Manhattanville students come together to make a warm, inclusive, safe, and global community of 1,600 undergraduates from 40+ countries! Students can choose from over 50 areas of study!

Maryville College

Ahmed Abdelrahman, Assistant Director of International Admissions and Recruitment

Situated between the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Knoxville, Maryville College enables students to study everything, so that they are prepared for anything — to address any problem, engage with any audience and launch successful careers right away. For over 200 years, our goal has been producing graduates who are giving citizens and gifted leaders, who do good on the largest possible scale.

Mills College

April Sanders, Transfer and International Admissions Counselor

Mills College is an independent liberal arts college for women and gender non-binary students. Founded in 1852 and located in Oakland, California, Mills has always been a leader in providing opportunities for women and access a top-ranked college education.

Minot State University

Sydney Clark, Admissions Counselor

Minot State offers small campus opportunities with a large campus feel. We advocate by putting learning into action with small, engaging class sizes with accessible and supportive faculty. Experience active learning environments at an affordable price with Minot State's one rate of tuition for every student.
Minot State is home to approximately 3000 students with over 100 areas of study. We encourage you to come visit our campus to explore the possibilities.

Musicians Institute - College of Contemporary Music

Steve Lunn - Director of Outreach

Founded in the heart of Hollywood in 1977, Musicians Institute (MI) is a College of Contemporary Music built on the idea that musicians should teach—and learn from—other musicians in a creative, supportive environment. Musicians Institute offers a complete education in every aspect of the music industry, including instrumental performance, DJ & producing skills, composing for video games, audio engineering, guitar building, music business, and training in the latest music technology. Through real-world experience and guidance from working professionals, students can earn a variety of degrees and certificates, while taking advantage of networking opportunities at its state-of-the-art Los Angeles campus. MI connects students to the global music industry with all the tools they need to enhance their careers and pursue their artistic dreams.

Pepperdine University

Scot McClamma, International Recruitment Manager

Pepperdine is a Christian liberal arts university in Malibu, California, just outside of Los Angeles. Situated on the Pacific Ocean in the foothills of the Santa Monica mountains, Pepperdine boasts an incredible natural setting in which students pursue a rigorous course of study including ample research opportunities and rewarding internships.

Texas A&M University-Texarkana

Dr. Jennifer Davis, Director of International Studies

Set in the beautiful forest and lake-filled corner of northeast Texas, A&M-Texarkana is a university where you can get a first-rate education in a nurturing environment. We offer an array of degrees, small classes, and outstanding faculty who take great pride in our close-knit academic community and student success.

UC Berkeley-International Dual Degree Programs

Amber Dillon, Dual Degree Program Manager

UC Berkeley Dual Degree Programs offer a unique and international undergraduate experience. In just four years, students will graduate with two BA degrees—one from Sciences Po in France, or The University of Hong Kong, and another from UC Berkeley, the number one public university in the world. All courses are taught in English.

University of California, Davis

Thai Vue, Assistant Director

Part of the world-renowned University of California system, UC Davis is consistently ranked among the top 5 public universities in the United States. We are internationally known for agriculture and environmental science, veterinary medicine and for the global impact of our research. We offer over 100 Undergraduate majors for our 31,000 undergraduate students.

University of California Irvine

Pimjai Santatiwat, Assistant Director of International Outreach

University of California, Irvine (UCI) is recognized globally for excellence in academics and research. We believe in nurturing the innate and varied talents of students who are infinitely curious, think courageously, and see things differently. Our students are supported in the achievement of their education and life-preparation goals by world-class faculty and staff.

We are located in the city of Irvine, a major technology and business hub with diverse communities and highly educated residents. Irvine is consistently ranked among the safest cities in the nation. Our campus offers easy access to cultural activities, surfing, and sailing, hundreds of miles of bike and hiking trails, desert camping, and mountain resorts for snowboarding and skiing.

University of South Alabama

Hannah Murphy, Director of Global Outreach

The University of South Alabama provides an exceptional education in business, engineering, computing, arts and sciences and healthcare. Located in Mobile, Alabama on the Gulf Coast, we provide unprecedented opportunities for scholars and students to explore their fields. Our beautiful campus, with state-of-the-art facilities, is committed to fostering global perspectives.

Vanderbilt University

Harper Haynes, Senior Associate Director

With 70 majors, over 420 student organizations, and a 7:1 student-to-faculty ratio, Vanderbilt fosters an innovative living and learning environment for students to explore their passions, engage in academic research with world-renowned faculty, and build lasting connections within a diverse and dynamic student community.