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September 21, 2017

La Roche College to Host Discover Days on Oct. 14 and Nov. 11

PITTSBURGH, Sept. 21, 2017 – This fall La Roche University will host major-specific Discover Days for high school students and their families to meet faculty, tour campus and explore academic programs.

Each Discover Day will begin in the Zappala College Center with an 8:30 a.m. check-in, followed by the program at 9 a.m. Visitors will tour campus and enjoy a free lunch in the dining hall. A continental breakfast is included.

Students will have the opportunity to explore their majors of interest, interact with faculty and meet students within La Roche’s academic divisions on the following Discover Days:

Saturday, Oct. 14 – Natural & Behavioral Sciences, and Education and Nursing
Featured majors: Biochemistry; Biology; Chemistry; Child and Family Studies; Computer Science; Criminal Justice; Education; Engineering; Exercise and Sport Science; Health Science; LECOM: Pre-Dental, Pre-Osteopathic Medicine and Pre-Pharmacy; Mathematics and Physics; National Security Studies; Nursing; Psychology and Radiologic Technology.

This event will feature, among other presentations, a computer forensic examination, a crime-scene technology demonstration and a K-9 police dog demonstration with the Justice, Law and Security Department.

Saturday, Nov. 11 – Design, Humanities and Management
Featured majors: Accounting; Communication, Media & Technology; English Studies: Literature, and Professional Writing and Journalism; Film, Video & Media; Finance; Graphic Design; History; Information Technology; Interior Design; International Affairs; International Management; Liberal Studies; Leadership; Management; Management Information Systems; Marketing; Performing Arts (Dance); Political Science; Professional Studies; Religious Studies; Sociology

Register online. For more information contact: 412-536-1272 or admissions@laroche.edu. Transfer students should call 412-536-1260 or email transferadmissions@laroche.edu.

About La Roche University: A private liberal arts college in the North Hills of Pittsburgh, La Roche University offers more than 50 undergraduate majors, six graduate degree programs and one doctoral program, with particular strengths in education, business, criminal justice, psychology, and health and medical sciences, as well as interior design and graphic design. This residential college provides a vibrant campus community for more than 1,500 men and women enjoying 30-plus student organizations and an exciting NCAA Div. III athletics program. Founded by the Sisters of Divine Providence in 1963, La Roche University embraces its Catholic heritage while welcoming people of all faiths and backgrounds. With a legacy of social justice and a commitment to international exchange, La Roche University educates students to be lifelong learners and achievers in an increasingly diverse and global society.