CONFIRMATION PACKETAugust 8, 2009 ~ 10 AM - 3 PM

DISCOVERKETTERING UNIVERSITY

We Look Forward to Your Arrival

This packet is designed to help you plan and get the most from your visit to our campus. It includes:

A schedule of Discover Kettering activities• Directions to Flint and Kettering University• A list of accommodations in the Flint area• Suggestions for other Flint area activities•

To maximize your visit, please plan to arrive at 9:45 AM and use the session and tour descriptions listed in this brochure to map out your day prior to your arrival. Pick the sessions and tours that interest you. This way, you can ensure that you are able to get the most out of your day. If you can’t make it early, never fear - there is still a lot to see and do, since the Discover Kettering Open House runs until 3:00 PM.

When you arrive on campus, please check in at the registration tables located in the Great Court, 2nd fl oor of the Campus Center Building. After registration you may take part in the activities at your leisure. However, we encourage you to attend the welcome address at 10:00 AM.

Discover Kettering is an informal event, so dress casually, wear comfortable shoes, and plan on an exciting day! Morning beverages and lunch will be provided.

A Special Note:If you or any member of your party requires mobility assistance, please contact the Kettering Admissions Offi ce at (800) 955-4464, ext. 7865 or (810) 762-7865. Special touring arrangements can be made in advance to better accommodate your group.

See you soon!

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AGENDAREFRESHMENTS: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM•

Sunset Cafeteria, 2nd Floor - Campus Center

WELCOME: 10:00 AM - 10:25 AM• International Room, 5th Floor - Campus Center Frank Hribar, Vice President of Enrollment Services and Michael Harris, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs

ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS EXPO: 9:30 AM• Exhibition Area, 5th Floor, Campus Center Your opportunity to meet with all our academic departments in one setting. If you arrive early, the expo starts at 9:30 a.m. so stop by and ask the faculty about our majors, minors, concentrations and specialties. Please remember you will have another chance to meet faculty, see our classrooms and labs on the self-guided tours of the Academic Building and the C.S. Mott Engineering & Science Center.

KETTERING UNIVERSITY EXPO: 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM• Connie and Jim John Recreation Center Learn about student organizations, admissions, co-op, fi nancial aid, and more! Student Life tours start here and are given by current Kettering students. The tour guide will take you through our residence hall and recreation center where you can get your free T-shirt!

SELF-GUIDED TOURS: 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM• The Academic Building and the C.S. Mott Engineering & Science Center will be open for self-guided tours. Spend time with our professors and learn even more about our academic programs. Students and staff will be on hand to help guide you through our extensive laboratory facilities. Tour routes will be passed out at our welcome table in each building. Follow our signs to get to the buildings or ask one of our volunteers. Please allow at least one hour to complete each tour.

Academic Building tour includes: Applied Math, Business, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Industrial Engineering, Liberal Studies Program (including Pre-law), Library, and Physics C.S. Mott Engineering & Science Center tour includes: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Biochemistry/Chemistry (Including Pre-med)

SESSION OPTIONS: 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM• See next page for options

LUNCH: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM• Sunrise and Sunset Cafeterias, 2nd Floor - Campus Center

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SESSION OPTIONSThere are as many as fi ve different presentations going on during the following six sessions. All presentations are held at various locations within the Campus Center. Please pick one presentation of interest per session. Session descriptions are located on the next page.

• SESSION ONE: 10:30 AM – 11:05 AM Unleash Your Academic Potential: International Room – 5th Floor Financial Aid: Room A – 4th Floor Admissions & Me – Am I the Perfect Fit: Heritage Room – 4th Floor Students Speak: Sunset Room Cafeteria - 2nd Floor Co-op at Kettering: BJ’s Lounge – 1st Floor

• SESSION TWO: 11:15 AM – 11:50 AM Students Speak: International Room – 5th Floor Financial Aid: Room A – 4th Floor Unleash Your Academic Potential: The Gold Room – 4th Floor Admissions & Me – Am I the Perfect Fit: Heritage Room – 4th Floor Co-op At Kettering: BJ’s Lounge – 1st Floor

• SESSION THREE: 12:00 NOON – 12:35 PM Financial Aid: International Room – 5th Floor Study Abroad: Room A – 4th Floor Admissions & Me – Am I the Perfect Fit: The Gold Room, 4th Floor Transfer Session: The Heritage Room, 4th Floor Students Speak: BJ’s Lounge – 1st Floor

• SESSION FOUR: 12:45 PM – 1:20 PM Co-op at Kettering: International Room – 5th Floor Unleash Your Academic Potential: Room A – 4th Floor Dual Enrollment: The Heritage Room, 4th Floor Students Speak: BJ’s Lounge – 1st Floor

• SESSION FIVE: 1:30 PM – 2:05 PM Admissions & Me – Am I the Perfect Fit: International Room – 5th Floor Study Abroad: The Gold Room, 4th Floor Co-op at Kettering: The Heritage Room, 4th Floor Financial Aid: BJ’s Lounge – 1st Floor

• SESSION SIX: 2:15 PM – 2:50 PM Financial Aid: International Room – 5th Floor Transfer Session: Room A – 4th Floor Co-op at Kettering: The Heritage Room, 4th Floor Student’s Speak: BJ’s Lounge – 1st Floor

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Session DescriptionsUnleash Your Academic SuccessHear about the variety of academic opportunities Kettering University has to offer. Learn about the available academic student services and resources on campus and what your responsibilities are as a Kettering student. Admissions and Me, am I the Perfect Fit?A brief overview of Kettering University and why U.S. News and World Report continues to rank it among the top schools in the nation! Learn the characteristics of Kettering students, our admission requirements, and our enrollment process. The brightest and best students from around the world have found Kettering University to be a “Perfect Fit.” It could be a match to be made for you too!

Co-op at KetteringAt Kettering, co-op is a mandatory academic program. Find out how it provides students with progressively more responsible and productive experience related to their academic programs and professional goals.

Dual Enrollment This session provides information on taking college classes while you’re still in high school.

Financial Aid A Kettering education is a great investment. We will show you how it can be affordable. Learn about required forms, deadline dates, gift aid, loan assistance, on-campus student employment, and fi nancial aid policies.

Students SpeakSpeak candidly with current Kettering students about their experiences at school and on the job and fi nd out what life at Kettering is really like.

Study AbroadDiscover the exciting opportunities Kettering’s Study Abroad Program has to offer you.

Transfer InformationThis session provides information on transferring to Kettering from a community college or from another college or university.

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Things to Do, Places to StayOur program is from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, but the fun doesn’t have to stop there! If you’re planning to arrive early or stay longer, the following pages will provide you with local accommodations, restaurants, and other area attractions.

Area AccommodationsAmericInn6075 Hill 23 Drive810-233-9000I-75 and US-23 at Hill Rd.Flint, MI

Courtyard by Marriott5205 Gateway Centre810-232-3500I-75 and US-23 at Hill Rd.Flint, MI

Holiday Inn Gateway5353 Gateway Centre810-232-5300I-75 and US-23 at Hill Rd.Flint, MI

Wingate by Wyndham1359 Grande Pointe Court810-694-9900I-475 at Hill Rd.Grand Blanc, MI

Area Restaurants

Applebee’sG-3129 Miller Rd.

810-744-1977

Bob Evans3267 Miller Rd.

810-606-8295

Italia Gardens3273 Miller Rd.

810-720-4112

Sagano Japanese Bistro2065 S. Linden Rd.

810-230-7300

Red RobinG-4141 Miller Rd.

810-733-8505

Olive Garden3699 Miller Rd.810-720-0979

Don Pablos3145 Miller Rd.

810-235-2262

Badawest (Lebanese)4018 Corunna Rd.

810-232-2479

BD’s Mongolian BBQ4205 Miller Rd.

810-732-1132

Lone Star SteakhouseG-3141 Miller Rd.

810-233-9240

Redwood Lodge5304 Gateway Centre

810-233-8000

Salvatore Scallopini3277 Miller Rd.

810-732-1070

Outback Steak House4270 Miller Rd.810-720-0979

Hollywood Diner3366 Corunna Rd.

810-232-2200

Blackstone Pub & Grill533 S. Saginaw St.

810-234-9000

Los Cuatro Amigos2091 S. Linden Rd.

866-469-7114

Buffalo Wild Wings3192 S. Linden Rd.

810-230-1299

Ruggero’s2055 S. Linden Rd.

810-733-7633

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Area Attractions Flint Cultural Center1178 Robert T Longway Blvd. Flint 48503(810) 237-3450 or visit www.fl intculturalcenter.com

The Kearsley Street Campus includes: Alfred P. Sloan Museum, Bower Theatre, Buick Gallery & Research Center, Flint Institute of Arts, Flint Institute of Music, Flint Symphony Orchestra, Flint Youth Theatre, Longway Planetarium and The Whiting.

Longway Planetarium1310 E. Kearsley Street, Flint 48503 Saturday, November 8, Laser Light Shows - 8:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.Visit www.longwayplanetarium.com for more information.

Explore the wonders of outer space and experience scientifi c discovery at Michigan’s largest planetarium. Longway’s Sky Theatre is equipped with the latest Digistar II technology, producing amazing three-dimensional star fi elds and astounding special effects. Dazzle your senses with all new laser shows.

International Year of Astronomy 2009This year, the world will celebrate the International Year of Astronomy as it commemorates the 400th anniversary of Galileo’s use of a telescope. In 2009, the International Year of Astronomy, a global effort initiated by the International Astronomical Union (IAU) and the United Nations Educational, Scientifi c and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), will encourage the citizens of the world to “rediscover their place in the Universe through the day- and night-time sky, thereby engaging in a personal sense of wonder and discovery”. Explore the wonders of outer space and experience scientifi c discovery at Michigan’s largest planetarium

Sloan Museum1221 E. Kearsley Street, Flint 48503Visit www.sloanmuseum.com for more information.Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sat. & Sun., 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.

All American Classics, June 6, 2009 through September 27, 2009Duesenburg, Packard, Cord, classics as defi ned by the Classic Car Club of America. Legendary as defi ned by car buffs and history! Don’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to experience these cars all under one roof. Representing the best of the 20’s 30’s and 40’s, this assemblage of classic automobiles defi nes wealth and luxury during a period not always associated with such extravagancies. This extraordinarily unique event combines rare automobiles on loan from some of the country’s most avid collectors, as well as art and fashion from the same era to complement and add context to this wonderful exhibit.

Siren’s of Chrome - through November 15, 2009Sirens of Chrome is a visual joyride through auto show history. The focus isn’t simply sheet metal; it’s on the distinctly human presence. These human hood ornaments are descendents of the Sirens of ancient Greek lore.

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Flint Farmer’s Market420 E. Boulevard Drive, (near the main Post Offi ce, downtown) Flint 48502(810) 232-6356 or www.fl intfarmersmarket.comHours: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

This unique shopping adventure is located about one-half mile northeast of downtown. The Flint Farmer’s Market is one of the state’s largest and most complete markets with various selections of fresh vegetables, fruits, fl owers, meats, fi sh, cheese and baked goods. While visiting, don’t miss Art at the Market located upstairs, featuring works of art by local artists!

Bronners Christmas Wonderland25 Christmas Lane, Frankenmuth, MI 48734(989) 652-9931 or www.bronners.com

Home to over 50,000 gifts and trims for all seasons and reasons, Bronner’s is the world’s largest Christmas store. With thousands of twinkling lights, shimmering ornaments and sparkling Christmas trees, a spectacular Christmas wonderland awaits you the size of one and a half football fi elds!

Prime Outlets at Birch Run12240 South Beyer Road, Birch Run 48415 Hours: Mon. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Prime Outlets - Birch Run is conveniently located in the heart of Michigan, and only minutes from Frankenmuth (Michigan’s Little Bavaria). The largest outlet center in the Midwest, Prime Outlets - Birch Run features 145 of your favorite brand name stores to include COACH Factory, Nike Factory Store, Old Navy, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Tommy Hilfi ger and Michigan’s only Pottery Barn Outlet.

Great Lakes Crossing4000 Baldwin Road, Auburn Hills 483261-877-SHOP-GLC

Blending the hottest concepts in theme entertainment and dining with an unparalleled offering of more than 200 exciting, value-oriented and regular-priced stores. Opened in November of 1998, Great Lakes Crossing boasts six-themed and architecturally distinctive areas in a 1.4 million square foot structure. Great Lakes Crossing brings numerous “fi rsts” to Michigan, including Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World (fi ve football fi elds worth of outdoor gear and shopping fun), GameWorks (hi-tech indoor playland developed by Steven Spielberg’s guidance), Rainforest Cafe, and Neiman Marcus Last Call Clearance Center.

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Directions to Kettering UniversityPlease note: Third Avenue has recently been changed to University Avenue. When using GPS units and mapping tools please be aware that they may not recognize University Avenue. MDOT has announced reconstruction of the M-21/Corunna Road bridge from April to August 11. Please keep this reconstruction in mind. We encourage the use of the following temporary directions.

If you are driving to Flint heading . . .East or West

Exit I-69 onto I-75/US-23 North and follow the North directions outlined below. •

North Exit I-75/US-23 onto Miller Road (Exit 117). • Turn right (East) onto Miller Road and proceed to Ballenger Highway. • Turn left (North) onto Ballenger Highway; continue North to Sunset Boulevard (sixth • traffi c light); Sunset Boulevard is between McLaren Regional Medical Center and Mott Park Golf Course. Sunset Boulevard merges only to the right. Turn right (East) onto Sunset Boulevard, which curves around and becomes • University Avenue. Follow University Avenue past the river to Kettering University’s Campus • Follow the Kettering University parking signs and turn right to park in the lot located • behind the Connie & Jim John Recreation Center, then proceed to the Campus Center Building.

South Exit I-75/US-23 onto Miller Road (Exit 117). • Turn left (East) onto Miller Road and proceed to Ballenger Highway. • Turn left (North) onto Ballenger Highway; continue North to Sunset Boulevard (Sixth • traffi c light); Sunset Boulevard is between McLaren Regional Medical Center and Mott Park Golf Course. Sunset Boulevard merges only to the right. Turn right (East) onto Sunset Boulevard, which curves around and becomes • University Avenue. Follow University Avenue past the river to Kettering University’s Campus • Follow the Kettering University parking signs and turn right to park in the lot located • behind the Connie & Jim John Recreation Center, then proceed to the Campus Center Building.

Leaving Kettering University to I-75/US-23Turn left onto University Avenue (University Avenue becomes Sunset Boulevard) • and go approximately 1 mile. Turn left onto Ballenger Highway go approximately 2 miles and at the 6th traffi c • light turn right onto Miller Road. Go approximately 1/3 mile to I-75/US-23.•

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