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FAMILY FORUM: Financial Aid

Interested in learning more about the financial aid process? Come learn how to make college affordable! This workshop will cover all the ins and outs of college costs, applying for financial aid, searching for scholarships, and especially how to read financial aid award letters for seniors! Registration is open to families and students.

Grades 11-12 and families Saturday, April 14, 4 - 6pm
CAREER DAY

Meet, network, and learn from creative professionals from a variety of fields including toy design, architecture, art therapy, fashion design, graphic design, photography, artist residencies,
and more! This event is open to the public. All students, families, alumni, and friends of Marwen are invited to attend. For more information, contact Sabba Elahi at 312.944.2418 ext. 204 or ssyal@marwen.org

All students and families Saturday, May 4, 12 - 1:30pm
MARWEN SLEEPOVER

Have you ever wondered what Marwen is like late at night or wanted the opportunity to make art all night long? Here is your chance! Join Marwen’s Student Advisory Board for a night of art-making, games, and sleeping over in Marwen’s gallery. Snacks and breakfast provided.

This event is only open to returning students.

Grades 10-12 Saturday, April 20, 7:30pm to Sunday, April 21, 11am
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SPRING BREAK COLLEGE VISIT INFO SESSION

Marwen is visiting 8 colleges over springbreak, March 25-29! Come find out information about each school, get your questions answered, and pick the right colleges for you to visit! We'll go over the majors, degrees, and unique programs offered at each school, and much more. By attending this event, you'll get priority for a spot on the trips! This event is open to high school students and families.

Grades 9-12 and families Saturday, March 9, 4 - 6pm
Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design

Please register for each college visit individually. Be careful not to sign up for two trips on the same day!

Monday, March 25, 8:30am - 3:30pm Meet at Marwen
Illinois Institute of Technology

Please register for each college visit individually. Be careful not to sign up for two trips on the same day!

Monday, March 25, 11am - 4pm Meet at Marwen
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Please register for each college visit individually. Be careful not to sign up for two trips on the same day!

Tuesday, March 26, 7:30am - 6:30pm Meet at Marwen
Illinois Wesleyan University & Illinois State University

Due to the close proximity of Illinois Wesleyan and ISU, we will be visiting both schools in one trip.

Wednesday, March 27, 7:30am - 6:30pm Meet at Marwen
Columbia College

Please register for each college visit individually. Be careful not to sign up for two trips on the same day!

Thursday, March 28, 8:30am - 2:30pm Meet at Marwen
DePaul University

Please register for each college visit individually. Be careful not to sign up for two trips on the same day!

Thursday, March 28, 9am - 3pm Meet at Marwen
Northeastern Illinois University

Please register for each college visit individually. Be careful not to sign up for two trips on the same day!

Friday, March 29, 8:30am - 2pm Meet at Marwen
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VISUAL MERCHANDISING

If you have a good eye for fashion, then this is the workshop for you! Join the Burberry team to learn the ins and outs of visual merchandising. In this one-day workshop you’ll have the opportunity to work with a professional visual merchandiser and learn how to put together table displays and floor sets.  You’ll also have the chance to style your own mannequin with top styles.

Grades 9-12 Saturday, May 11, 9am - 1pm
CAREERS INSIDE OUT

Teaching Artist: Sabba Elahi

In just three sessions of this workshop you'll learn about strategies, tools, and resources to build your career, or even find a great summer job. Whether you’re thinking about a career in the arts or outside the arts, learn valuable skills in networking and interviewing, and create a personal resume that shines.

Grades 10-12 Mondays, April 8, 15, and 22, 5 - 7pm
MARWEN SLEEPOVER

Have you ever wondered what Marwen is like late at night or wanted the opportunity to make art all night long? Here is your chance! Join Marwen’s Student Advisory Board for a night of art-making, games, and sleeping over in Marwen’s gallery. Snacks and breakfast provided.

This event is only open to returning students.

Grades 10-12 Saturday, April 20, 7:30pm to Sunday, April 21, 11am
COLLEGE BLUEPRINT PROGRAM

JUNIORS! Get a jump start on the college process with the College Blueprint Program. In just four sessions of this workshop, we will go through everything you need to know about getting into college. Start now—and make the college application process a lot easier in your senior year!

Grade 11 Mondays, April 29, May 6, 13, & 20, 5 - 7pm
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