Del Mar students had the chance to stop and chat with more than 35 four-year colleges during a college fair in White Library.

The Texas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admission Officers hosted the Sept. 30 community college fair. In addition to the schools, there were also separate booths for student resources, Del Mar’s libraries, TRIO, and a news station. 

This opportunity allowed Del Mar students and students from Collegiate High School to get a view at what a four-year school may have in store from them. It allowed them to connect and find the proper resources for any school they may be interested in attending.

“We have over 35 colleges and universities here, they’re here to answer all the questions students may have in transferring, organizations, majors, and how the process works,” Career Development Coordinator Carmen Bosquez-Avelar said. 

“The students can come in and get all their questions answered right away rather than having to explore the options themselves or be able to reach out via email,” Bosquez-Avelar said.

The fair was accessible for all students, with booths set up in two rooms on the second floor of the library. Many DMC staff were there to help coordinate and lead students to the right spots. 

“We’ve hosted this event for a couple of years now; the main purpose of this event is to help our students know and give them some options when their DMC journey is over,” Bosquez-Avelar said.

This is the third year that Del Mar College has hosted TACROA, with Del Mar career development coordinators ensuring all students can come and meet the different schools.