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"HOW TO" INFORMATION

AAP Interviewer's Check List

Before Interview

checkbox Confirm time and place for meeting with the student.

checkbox Review sections for student's intended major in the Case Bulletin, at http://www.case.edu/bulletin/.

checkbox Review section in AAP manual, "Interviewing Prospective Students," II. section 2.

checkbox Review section in AAP manual, "General Information on Case," IV. sections 1-4. (Review details about the Pre-Professional Scholars Program) If your student does not call you in two weeks, please contact Molly!

During Interview

checkbox Ask student to complete and update interview form.

checkbox Encourage the student to relax and enjoy the interview; build rapport.

checkbox Ask open-ended questions about the student's interests, accomplishments, activities, and goals. Listen and respond to his/her responses.

checkbox Share information about Case when appropriate but avoid the "hard sell."

checkbox Share your experiences and thoughts about Case where appropriate.

checkbox Bring the AAP manual for reference during the interview.

checkbox Respond to questions you know and write down questions you can't answer.

checkbox Enjoy meeting and getting to know your student! Be positive and supportive, but don't promise admission to anyone.

After Interview

checkbox Complete your evaluation of the student online at http://www.case.edu/alumni/involve/aapint.html.

checkbox Contact Molly Clark about any questions you couldn't answer at molly.clark@case.edu or 216-368-5449.

Thank you for participating in this important activity!