On Saturday, December 6, Vaughn College held its second open house of the fall semester. More than 215 prospective students and their guests attended to hear about Vaughn’s degree programs in engineering, technology, management and aviation, tour the campus and learn what living and learning at Vaughn would be like. 

Vaughn College Assistant Vice President of Admissions Anna Ragno kicked off the day with welcome remarks followed by Vaughn’s President Dr. Sharon B. DeVivo. DeVivo introduced the attendees to the vision of the College—to change the world one student at a time with a transformational education that provides a lifetime of opportunity — and noted the nationwide No. 1 in upward mobility ranking Vaughn received which supports that vision. Attendees also heard about the Vaughn guarantee and the support they could expect from the academic services and student affairs departments to help them succeed on their college journey. Chaundra Davis, director of career services, also spoke about the support the department could provide in landing internships and employment after graduation. 

“Vaughn is so confident in the value of the education we provide that if an eligible student is not employed full-time in their field of study, or continuing their education one year after graduating, the College will reimburse up to one year of federal, direct undergraduate student loan payments,” said DeVivo. 

“We help you get an education because we care about you,” said Daniels. “This is the best place to obtain your education because when you graduate, you’ll be leaving Vaughn with a high paying job.” 

During the day attendees were able to attend sessions on college affordability, scholarships and financial aid options to help finance their education, in addition to hearing about the academic and maintenance degrees and certifications. An activity and engagement fair was also offered in the hangar where prospective students and their families could meet with student clubs and organizations that are active on campus.