Scholarship Weekend Housing Plans

madbean
Tue, 15 Feb 2011 19:45:03 +0000

SimpleLife–traffic in Los Angeles isn’t our best feature. The drive in on Thursday morning is during rush hour. It should take about an hour but could be longer. I would suggest asking the hotel front desk who can give you a map and alternate (non-freeway) options too.

Friday early afternoon is not terrible traffic (but still slow) and barring accidents, you should get to the airport in about 45 minutes.

Honestly, if you have a smart phone I’d suggest using the maps feature and checking real-time traffic. Even shortish trips can get a little crazy when accidents occur on the freeways.

As for your sinking feeling–arise! There is nothing more to do about your S’s housing. At check-in, he will be able to leave his luggage. Programs will ensue. Later, Explore will pair up the invitees with their hosts who will take them to their dorms/apartments and on to dinner.

Parents go to their own, much more upscale dinner where there is a professor from your S’s major at your table. We found it quite cool to talk to the other parents and to politely quiz (grill?) the professor on some specifics of the major. After all, your kid is already accepted.

Have fun and best of luck.