On Friday, April 10th, the IP community shifted part of its focus to
the future. Early in the afternoon, current IPians organized a luncheon
for prospective students. Over pizza and soda, they considered expert
questions concerning a number of issues (e.g., the program's structure
and requirements, collaboration between IPians, "product"- vs.
"process"-based learning). Current IP students also shared stories of
their own experiences within IP, explaining the tribulations early on as
well as the conventions, internships, concerts, and other opportunities
that they celebrate in the present. The meal disbanded with a sense of
hope, with the promise that other students might soon enter the fold of
the IP community.Indeed, this feeling has borne fruit. Since the initial luncheon three weeks ago, the IP faculty have been speaking with prospective students every few days. Current sophomores and juniors alike have requested meetings, and they bring a host of possible topics to buoy the program for the 2015-2016 academic year: fashion, environmental science, physical therapy, outdoor adventure education, etc. Despite some differences, they share fundamental attributes with one another. They approach these meetings seriously; faces earnest, they are concerned how they can best prepare themselves for a college - and life - after Kildonan.
No
matter the changes the program undergoes - including projected
increases in its enrollment - we look forward to the challenges and joys
of meeting the needs of another IP community in the future.Description of images: Current IPians facilitating the discussion with prospective students, top right and bottom left. All photos taken by IP faculty.
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