Don't forget to introduce visitors to friends, faculty and staff that you encounter during the visit. The more contact they have with members of the USF community, the better. If you are mingling with visitors during a special program, be assertive. Approach visitors and introduce yourself. One of the best ways to start a conversation is to ask the student questions about himself, family, hometown or school.
People like to talk about themselves.
Ask open-ended questions that will facilitate conversation. Prospective students and their parents can be nervous and appreciate the opportunity to talk with current students. Show them you are willing to take the first step to make them feel welcome on campus. Attitudes and Impressions Often students visit several colleges and make comparisons regarding the treatment they received on each campus. If a student asks how USF compares to XYZ University, please respond by saying you are not familiar with their program.