Visitas is the new, soon-to-be-official name for Harvard's "April Visiting Program," which essentially starts today. Over the next few days, we'll bring you everything you wanted to know (and maybe what you didn't) about this storied weekend.
As an upperclassmen, you've probably completely forgotten what it was like to be a prefrosh. Well, here's your chance to look beyond the red folders and Class of 2014 T-shirts to see what the young'uns are really like these days. We interviewed two of them (both of whom went to sibling schools in Chattanooga, Tenn.) as they were checking in at the Admissions Visitor Center earlier today.
TYLER RICHARD
Where are you from and what sort of high school did you attend?
I attended a boarding school in Chattanooga, Tennessee, but my family lives in Colorado.
What sorts of activities were you involved with in high school?
I ran cross-country, [did] climbing and yoga, and was involved in the Spanish clubs at my school. I was also a resident advisor in the freshman dorm at my boarding school.
Are you decided on Harvard or are you still choosing between schools?
It’s probably like 90 percent for Harvard. I really like Harvard, but I’m still considering other schools. I’m also looking at Princeton University and Davidson College.
What makes you want to come to Harvard?
It’s basically for the people. I feel you can get the same caliber of education at a lot of different institutions, but the type of people you meet are the real appeal. Harvard also has so many great resources.
Have you heard about any interesting classes that you’re thinking about taking at Harvard?
I’ve heard about "Justice" and it seems like a pretty interesting class. If I have time, I definitely want to take that course.
What clubs and extracurricular activities do you plan on doing in college?
I’d really like to get involved with club crew and would like to write for the Harvard Advocate.