Faculty involvement also was positive in the college open house programs. The program's format kept things moving at a good pace. It's made a difference. The students see they're not going to be floating around without direction. The parents said after talking with our faculty it helps them understand our people are interested in their students as individuals.
Early signs indicate that the new open house programs are working.
Housing deposits are strong, and the college bookstore reported that some 400 families left campus with UT sweatshirts and memorabilia.