Friday, Jan. 31, is the deadline for high school seniors to register for the 2014 edition of Time-Out for Tech, the annual Arkansas Tech University preview day that provides prospective Arkansas Tech students with an opportunity to learn more about the academic programs, student housing options and campus life opportunities available on the Russellville campus. Time-Out for Tech 2014 will be hosted by the Arkansas Tech Office of Admissions on Thursday, Feb. 13. The event is open to all high school seniors and their families. Pre-registration is required for high school seniors planning to attend Time-Out for Tech. Registration is available online at http://www.atu.edu/admissions/timeout2014.htm. Time-Out for Tech check-in will start at 8:30 a.m. on Feb. 13, and the program will begin with a 9:30 a.m. opening session at Tucker Coliseum. There will be a drawing during the opening session for three tuition scholarships to Arkansas Tech for the fall 2014 semester. Individuals must be present to win. Following the opening session, high school seniors and their families will have an opportunity to meet with faculty from the academic program that interests them the most. Time-Out for Tech will also offer residence hall tours, a chance to meet with representatives from student organization and sessions with staff members from such campus entities as financial aid, athletics and Greek life. All Time-Out for Tech participants will receive a free T-shirt and a photo opportunity with campus ambassador Jerry the Bulldog. For more information about Time-Out for Tech or about applying to become a student at Arkansas Tech University, call (800) 582-6953 or (479) 968-0343.
