What do Admissions people do?

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Cherie

Well, besides making the best pancakes in the world we answer your questions, give tours, meet with family’s to resolve questions, and host really awesome information events for potential students.

Have you been to one of our informational meetings? If not, do not fear, our website located here, gives most of the information you need to know if you are interested in attending Embry Riddle Prescott.

Another really cool service we offer that most university’s do not is, live chat with counselors/current students. This service is available through out website, so if you are a bit phone shy, like most feel free to message us with any VALID questions you might have about Embry Riddle Prescott.

Admissions employees are always available to address your needs in the most effective and efficient way possible so please don’t hesitate to contact us through your preferred means. We will get back to you as soon as we can. Thanks again and hopefully we will see you here soon!!

Road Trip??

Posted on March 11, 2014 by Cherie

If you are headed out on a road trip for spring break we might be able to help you out with travel tips and suggestions of neat places to visit. On top of the list is of course, Embry Riddle’s Prescott campus 🙂 A close second is the Grand Canyon, the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, Phoenix, and Sedona. I have been to three of the above destinations and they are well worth the trip, so if you are in the Prescott area you are within a 2-3 hour drive of each area, I highly suggest taking advantage of it.

The grand canyon is great for hiking, seeing the sights, and learning a little about the nation’s history. The Lowell Observatory is breathtaking!! Pluto was actually discovered in the early 19th century by a scientist who worked at the observatory. The images of space and the technology that is available for visitors to see is incredible. At $20 a head with discounts available for youth, the elderly, military, and students it is well worth the trip.

Just remeber to check your oil, brakes, windshield wipers, coolant, air pressure, etc. before you set out on a trip. We want you to arrive at your destination safely so that we can give you an awesome tour here at Embry Riddle and send you on your way to the other cool places in our area. Have a great Spring Break, and we hope to see you here soon!

Second Set of Midterms!

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Cherie

This week midterms start all over again!!!!!!! Its that time of the semester that will either make or break your grade so please study hard!!! I have two midterms this week and in my college experience I find that it is best to start studying at least three days in advance. I always set a goal for the day, for example on day one I gather all my study material and organize it so I can start studying. Each following day I add an extra hour or so to my study time so by the time of the test I know that I am prepared.

Some things that you don’t want to do are cramming, not sleeping, and/ or forgetting about the test. That is not a good recipe for success, so my best advice is to study hard using the method that works best for you!

Good luck on those midterms everyone, and as always we would love to hear your thoughts so feel free to comment below!

Spring Break is Almost Here :)

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Cherie

Is everyone excited for spring break?? I certainly am, Embry Riddle does spring break differently than most schools but, it is still really fun to get out there and relax after a hard semester of classes.

I will be headed out into the great unknown on a hiking trip this spring break and perhaps I will take a few days to sleep in as well :)So what are your plans for spring break? Visiting family, going on a cruise, seeing a national park? All of those ideas sound like alot of fun but, I want to add something to that list! Come on by to Prescott, Az and visit Embry Riddle’s campus!!!

We would love to have potential students here on campus over the break, so if you are interested in learning more please schedule a visit or request more info 🙂 Hope to see you soon, and have a fun/safe spring break everyone!!!!

Rainy Day

Posted on March 3, 2014 by Cherie

It’s a rainy day here in Prescott Az and at Embry Riddles campus all is calm. So the question must be asked: what do college kids do on rainy weekends? Well, many different things. My favorite thing to do is sit and read a book with a cup of tea however, homework must also get done so I do alot less reading than I like.

The general consensus says that on rainy days most students partake in the following activities

A) sleep

B) do homework

C) watch a movie

D) write a blog about it 😉

E) read a book

F) clean the dorm

G) sleep some more

What do you like to do on rainy days? We would love to hear from you, and as always we hope you can come join us here in Prescott! Enjoy your weekend 🙂

FAQ-Frequently Asked Questions

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Cherie

Working in the admissions office means that you hear some pretty interesting questions all the time. These are questions that some students might need to know the answers to if their planning on attending the Embry Riddle Campus in Prescott AZ. So, jumping right in…..

Q: What is college dorm life like?

A: To me its like living in a hotel room that you have to clean.

Q: Can I bring my bike?

A: Yes, it is really helpful to get around campus and we highly encourage students to bring one. We have bicycle racks all over campus where you can store your bike when it is not in use. In addition, your bike must be registered with the safety office, this is free of charge.

Q: How much is it to register a car, and how long does registration last?

A: It is $60 and it lasts for a full calender year. Once you are registered you are guaranteed on campus parking.

Q: Are college finals scary for freshman?

A: It depends, I have heard some horror stories, but for me they weren’t too bad at all. Just study, eat well, and get some sleep the night before and you will be fine.

Q: What makes Prescott better than Daytona Beach?

A: For flight students, the weather is better here for flying than at Daytona. For Engineers, the faculty and staff try really hard to get to know you and encourage you in your chosen path. Since it is a smaller campus than Daytona, you get more one and one time with professors that helps to develop some awesome references.

Q: Do you like living in Arizona?

A: Yes, I love it here. When I graduate I really hope that I can get stationed in AZ, it is a really cool place to live. There’s tons of outdoor things to do and really nice people to meet.

International Food Festival

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Cherie

For those of you who may not have heard, this past Saturday was our annual International food festival. It was really fun, I hope that you all came on down. I was running the Italy booth and here is a snapshot of the cool stuff I had for you to enjoy!

My dish is called Caprese, it is pretty simple to make. All you need is mozzarella cheese, Roma tomatoes, basil leaves, balsamic vinegar, and an olive oil of your choosing. It was quite a success as my table ran out in just 30 minutes!!!

There were so many tables full of great food from all over the world. The tables I tried were Germany, Italy (of course), Lebanon, Mexico, Poland, Iran, America, and so many others!! All the food was amazing and I definitely learned a lot about some of my fellow students. So, if you enjoy good food, cultural experiences, and awesome people then Embry Riddle is the place for you! We celebrate our different nationalities in the coolest way possible and we welcome you to join us next year 🙂 For more information click on the links below, Thanks for reading!!

CIPS Facebook Page

Embry Riddle Admissions

CIPS Main page

Athletics at Riddle

Posted on February 23, 2014 by Adam

If you are looking for an athletic scholarship then you might want to take a look at what Embry-Riddle has to offer. As of this year Embry-Riddle, Prescott campus has taken on men and women’s Cross Country, as well as Women’s Softball on top of the already existing sports. which include: men and women’s Golf, men and women’s soccer, women’s volleyball, and wrestling. Competitive scholarships exist for student-athletes who have demonstrated a superior commitment to athletics, at the same time you must meet minimum GPA requirement.

As far as I know if you are already a student you can always tryout for a position on a team as well as compete for a scholarship. If you want more information on scholarships then I would suggest calling the director of athletics.

Competing in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), Embry-Riddle is a proud member of the California Pacific Athletic Conference (CAL PAC).

You may contact: 928-777-3777 or Email: Ted.Blake@erau.edu

Window Plants Anyone?

Posted on February 20, 2014 by Cherie

So I was recently asked, what the best window plant to have in a college dorm is. In all honesty, I think it has to be something pretty and low maintenance. For example, some good plants would be..

a cactus- It is possible to get a non prickly version. These don’t have to be watered often and love the sun, definitely a good plant for a college kid.

an orchid- Perfect for someone who likes flowers, they are low maintenance, need bright but indirect sunlight, and only need water every few days.

an aloe vera plant- Fun fact, the sap of the aloe vera plant is good for burns. So if you are just learning how to cook, this window plant might be a perfect choice for you. Care is similar to that of an orchid.

a bonsai tree- These are tiny little trees that need indirect sun light and a small amount of water every two or three days. They are easy to care for and really cute!

or a bamboo- Probably needs the most water out of all the plants listed above, it is best to keep the roots soaked at least 75% of the time. The one downside to bamboo is that it can get really really big!!

Hope that helps narrow down the decision!! Additionally, in the Embry Riddle Prescott dorms, plants are more than welcome 🙂

Camping

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Adam

Just last weekend we had a 3 day break so i spent my time at the Catalina state park just outside of Tuscon. There are plenty of places to camp in Arizona thankfully Arizona isn’t the largest state which makes traveling easy. So if you like camping then you just might enjoy this read.

You might be thinking that Arizona is just desert, well that’s not true. There is the Coconino National Forest, Prescott national Forest, Apache as well as a few others, plus depending on how far north you are you could get all four seasons. So there is plenty to get out of Arizona when camping.

As for the Catalina state park, I only have good recommendations. Fortunately it was nice and warm this time of year. The site is beautiful, you can see the sunrise over the mountain tops from the camp grounds. from the wildlife to the gorgeous nature would definitely go back to hit the trails I didn’t get a chance to hike.

They provide day parking for locals as well as the campers. But if you are looking for nice hikes then this is one place to check out. It has over 5 trails/loops to choose and plenty of wildlife to gaze at. The mountainous desert scenery is nothing to ignore, it is eye capturing. Although the whether remains relatively warm throughout the year, but at night it gets very cold so come prepared.

Now if you are looking for some more intense trails to hike then i wouldn’t recommend coming here, this park is family friendly and has some very easy short trails to some longer more enduring ones.

Thanks for reading, If you want more information about camping in Arizona then I would suggest doing some research about the area and weather conditions because AZ can be sneaky when it comes to weather. Thanks.