This past Monday was a big day for one group of Destination: College Juniors. They took part in our Spring 2025 College Trip! This year the group visited Siena College and University at Albany – State University of New York.
Everyone met promptly for a 7.30am bus departure there was excitement for the day ahead. Accompanied by Ms. Michele, Ms. Laura and Ms. Linda, the students explored both campuses, participated in information sessions, viewed a dorm room, and attended campus walking tours.
It was also a great opportunity to meet up with several DC alumni who are students at either Siena or Albany. Our Juniors were eager to learn first hand from the DC alumni, who shared their experiences and answered questions.
The students also attended a Higher Educational Opportunity Program (HEOP) information session led by three DC alumni. This program has proven to be an important resource for students.
Everyone agreed that the day was extremely rewarding and a lot of fun – despite the early start!
Above, top row: The adventure begins, Siena dorm room visit, Ms. Laura, Ms. Linda and our students ready for the information session at Siena. Second row: taking in the facilities at Siena.
Above, left to right: Our student pose at the bells which coincidental rang out to mark the event. The walking tour of Siena Campus continues.
Above: Students taking in the HEOP information session led by three DC alumni, Pariz, Aurora and Merrisa, who are enrolled in the HEOP program at Siena.
Above, top row, left to right: Ms. Linda and Ms. Laura with Kayla, a DC Alumni and freshman at Albany. Four members of the MVHS Knights football team, Darrelle, Bernard, Caiden and Jahni chat about the day. Four Volleyball players, Yuli, Mizzen, Madison, and Shea enjoy the day. DC alumni, G’yaah and Charlotte – now freshmen at Albany, share their experiences with the group.
Above, left to right: Three basketball players reunite. Zion, Gerald and BJ. Gerald is a DC Alum and a freshman at Albany. Zion and BJ are juniors considering Albany. Ms. Michele and Ms. Linda are very happy to see Charlotte and G’yaah, 2 DC Alumni and freshman at Albany. Janiel and Priscila enjoying the moment.
Finally, we found the perfect back drop for our juniors who have big dreams about the future. We are cheering them all on!
