program has touched the lives of thou- sands of elementary, middle, and high school students across Southern California. This unique program, offered to Southern California school groups, couples the ex- citement and tradition of UCLA Athletic events with a message about the importance of higher education. the game), groups are greeted by a current UCLA student and led to the IGTC col- lege fair area. Students are immediately im- UCLA Eight Clap and the importance of higher education. with academic counselors and pick up ed- ucational information about questions they may have regarding education and preparing for college. Students also have the opportunity to get autographs from student-athletes. Other fun fair activities include carnival games, activity books, a DJ, give-away items, and removable tattoos. At the college fair, students and even some of their teachers can get into the UCLA spirit before heading into the sta- dium. During the winter and spring IGTC events that take place on campus, students and teachers are taken on a campus tour that features Pauley Pavilion, Royce Hall, Powell Library, Ackerman Union, the Bruin Bear, and Kerckhoff Hall. throughout the year. Specific events are target- track & field. "I'm Going To College" also offers educational materials for classrooms to prepare for their field trip to UCLA. By providing additional activities for students in the classroom, higher education and connect with students in an academic setting. By placing young students into a collegiate atmosphere that stresses the excellence of both education and athletics, UCLA hopes to build positive relationships with young people in the community and motivate them to continue achieving goals in both school and life. o Cour esy o Jose h.R osinski@UCL oseBo o t sPr o e r t ies acknowledged and recognized the fundraising efforts of the Keyes Automotive Group of Dealerships on behalf of the UCLA "I'm Going to College" program. check presentation contribution of $13,000 to benefit the UCLA "I'm Going to College" program. os © Me idian/CMG |