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The College hosts a variety of sessions throughout the year (listed below) designed to introduce prospective students to the curriculum, research opportunities, study abroad, and the student experience in the College of Engineering at UC Santa Barbara.

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The spring 2024 UCSB Open House will take place on Saturday, April 13, 2024. Please visit the UCSB Admissions Open House page for the most up to date information and registration details.

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College tour season is about to kick off. Here are 10 tips from college tour guides to have a successful campus visit.

As spring starts, colleges nationwide will welcome parents and students to tour their campuses.
College tour guides want people to arrive on time, ask the right questions, and have fun.
They also recommend students take the tours on their own, without their parents.

Spring break is right around the corner, and for many high-school students and their parents, that means many will be hitting the road to tour colleges around the country.

To make the most of your visit, Business Insider spoke with college students and tour guides. They know the campuses like the backs of their hands, and they know how to walk backward.

Here are the dos and don'ts of college tours from student guides .

1. Get there with no time to spare, but don't be late.

You won't get points for arriving early, so try to arrive on time. But if you do happen to arrive late , there's no need to worry.

"If something comes up and you are late, ask your guide what you missed once the tour finishes," Skyler Kawecki-Muonio, a senior at Sarah Lawrence College in New York, told BI. "They will happily fill you in."

2. Dress to impress, but don't sacrifice comfort.

It's important to look nice, but you don't have to don a jacket and tie. Tour-goers should put their best foot forward with a sturdy pair of walking shoes , and don't forget to dress for the weather.

"At Fairleigh Dickinson, tours go out rain or shine, so make sure to wear clothes that will keep you warm," Emily Bone, a junior at Fairleigh Dickinson University in New Jersey, said .

3. Don't forget to sign in, but skip the résumé .

Most schools have a check-in desk where you'll receive a campus map and other literature. But don't bother furnishing schools with your portfolio.

"Students can leave their résumés at home," Henry Millar, a senior at the College of William & Mary in Virginia, said. "Tour guides generally do not have any sway in the admissions process whatsoever, so feel free to save the paper."

4. Pay attention on the tour, but do it solo if possible.

Some schools offer to let parents and kids take separate tours, which has advantages.

"Get excited about your child's potential future in college, but give them some space to see what they think of that school on their own," Nathan Weisbrod, a junior at Wesleyan University in Connecticut, told BI.

5. Ask all your questions, but avoid personal interrogations.

This is the time to inquire about any aspect of campus life , and don't feel shy about speaking up.

"Tour guides love getting questions because it allows us to cater the tour, especially in small groups, toward the needs and interests of the families on that specific tour," Halle Spataro, a senior at Bucknell University, said.

But some topics are off-limits, so don't ask your tour guide about their SAT scores , ACT scores , or what they wrote about in their essay .

6. Speak up, but let the student take the lead.

Parents may be tempted to raise their hands again and again, but this tour is about the student, so there should be space to let them shine.

"Try to take the back seat — or the passenger seat — but refrain from driving all of your child's interactions," Julian Jacklin, a junior at Reed College in Oregon, said. "Students who feel they can own that experience usually ask the most questions and engage with the tour more."

7. Say thanks, but don't leave with questions unanswered.

Maybe your guide didn't hear you, or your kid was reluctant to speak up. You can still get the information you want before leaving.

"There's a lot of information students are getting that day and a lot of excitement with being in a new place, which can make people forget to ask certain questions," Lorenzo Mars, a junior at Pepperdine University in California, said.

Therefore, get your tour guide's email address so that you can follow up .

8. You may know exactly what school is right but keep an open mind.

Don't be surprised if a city-living kid is suddenly intrigued by a small-town setting.

"The college search and college experience are all about getting to know yourself better and growing, so on a tour, students have to trust themselves and their judgment of the 'world' they've just stepped into," Thomas Elias, a senior at the University of Scranton in Pennsylvania, said .

9. Take in as much as possible, but remember to have fun.

Sure, preparing for the next four years can be scary and stressful. But it's also an exciting milestone, so enjoy the ride.

"These tours serve as great opportunities to learn more about colleges — along with their cities, culture, and people," Connor Gee, a sophomore at the University of Mississippi, said. "Have fun with it!"

10. Weigh the pros and cons of the school, but don't stop there.

Your tour may be over, but you can still learn other ways to immerse yourself in college life .

"See if the school offers additional experiences, like eating in the cafeteria or attending a class," Emily Balda, a senior at Seton Hall University in New Jersey, said. "Consider it 'food for thought.'"

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March Madness expert picks: Our bracket predictions for 2024 NCAA men's tournament

Editor's note: Follow all of the men's March Madness action, scores and highlights here with USA TODAY Sports' live coverage.

The experts have dissected the men's NCAA Tournament bracket , providing sleepers, Final Four matchups and upset predictions. Your chances of filling out a perfect bracket are miniscule , but maybe you need a few tips to win your office pool. We've got you covered with a look at how to pick an upset and a look historically at how the seeds have performed in the NCAA Tournament.

Still need help? Here's a closer look at each region: East , West , South , Midwest

Three of our five USA TODAY experts have UConn as their picks to win the national title on April 8. Here are our expert picks:

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Thursday, March 28 (Sweet 16)

(2) Arizona vs. (6) Clemson | 7:09 p.m. | CBS
(1) UConn vs. (5) San Diego State | 7:39 p.m. | TBS/truTV
(1) North Carolina vs. (4) Alabama | 9:39 p.m. | CBS
(2) Iowa State vs. (3) Illinois | 10:09 p.m. | TBS/truTV

Friday, March 29 (Sweet 16)

(2) Marquette vs. (11) NC State | 7:09 p.m. | CBS
(1) Purdue vs. (5) Gonzaga | 7:39 p.m. |TBS/truTV
(1) Houston vs. (4) Duke | 9:39 p.m. | CBS
(2) Tennessee vs. (3) Creighton | 10:09 p.m. |TBS/truTV

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Tuesday, March 19 (First Four in Dayton, Ohio)

(16) Wagner 71 , (16) Howard 68
(10) Colorado State 67 , (10) Virginia 42

Wednesday, March 20 (First Four in Dayton, Ohio)

(16) Grambling 88 , (16) Montana State 81
(10) Colorado 60 , (10) Boise State 53

Thursday, March 21 (Round of 64)

(9) Michigan State 66 , (8) Mississippi State 51
(11) Duquesne 71 , (6) BYU 67
(3) Creighton 77 , (14) Akron 60
(2) Arizona 85 , (15) Long Beach State 65
(1) North Carolina 90 , (16) Wagner 61
(3) Illinois 85 , (14) Morehead State 69
(11) Oregon 87 , (6) South Carolina 73
(7) Dayton 63 , (10) Nevada 60
(7) Texas 56 , (10) Colorado State 44
(14) Oakland 80 , (3) Kentucky 76
(5) Gonzaga 86 , (12) McNeese 65
(2) Iowa State 82 , (15) South Dakota State 65
(2) Tennessee 83 , (15) Saint Peter's 49
(7) Washington State 66 , (10) Drake 61
( 11) NC State 80 , (6) Texas Tech 67
(4) Kansas 93 , (13) Samford 89

Friday, March 22 (Round of 64)

(3) Baylor 92 , (14) Colgate 67
(9) Northwestern 77 , (8) Florida Atlantic 65 (OT)
(5) San Diego State 69 , (12) UAB 65
(2) Marquette 87 , (15) Western Kentucky 69
(1) UConn 91 , (16) Stetson 52
(6) Clemson 77 , (11) New Mexico 56
(10) Colorado 102 , (7) Florida 100
(13) Yale 78 , (4) Auburn 76
(9) Texas A&M 98 , (8) Nebraska 83
(4) Duke 64 , (13) Vermont 47
(1) Purdue 78 , (16) Grambling 50
(4) Alabama 109 , (13) College of Charleston 96
(1) Houston 86 , (16) Longwood 46
(12) James Madison 72 , (5) Wisconsin 61
(8) Utah State 88 , (9) TCU 72
(12) Grand Canyon 77 , (5) Saint Mary's 66

Saturday, March 23 (Round of 32)

(2) Arizona 78, (7) Dayton 68
(5) Gonzaga 89 , (4) Kansas 68
(1) North Carolina 85 , (9) Michigan State 69
(2) Iowa State 67 , (7) Washington State 56
(11) NC State 79 , (14) Oakland 73
(2) Tennessee 62 , (7) Texas 58
(3) Illinois 89 , (11) Duquesne 63
(3) Creighton 86 , (11) Oregon 73 (2OT)

Sunday, March 24 (Round of 32)

(2) Marquette 81, (10) Colorado 77
(1) Purdue 106, (8) Utah State 67
(4) Duke 93 , (12) James Madison 55
(6) Clemson 72 , (3) Baylor 64
(4) Alabama 72 , (12) Grand Canyon 61
(1) UConn 75 , (9) Northwestern 58
(1) Houston 100 , (9) Texas A&M 95 (OT)
(5) San Diego State 85 , (13) Yale 57

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NIT bracket 2024: Tournament schedule, scores, dates as Georgia upsets No. 1 seed Wake Forest in second round

Second-round action in the nit continued sunday with some thrilling finishes.

The 2024 NIT Tournament continued Sunday with five second-round games on the schedule. The opening game featured No. 1 seed Indiana State taking care of business against Minnesota for a 76-64 win. The Sycamores will face No. 2 Cincinnati in the quarterfinals next week.

Georgia went on the road and upset No. 1 seed Wake Forest 72-66. Wake Forest was without star forward Hunter Sallis due to injury. The Bulldogs will play No. 2 seed Ohio State with a trip to the semifinals on the line.

VCU continued its remarkable tournament run with a 70-65 win over USF on the road. Four players scored in double-figures for the Rams to set up a date with No. 2 Utah next week. The Utes recorded a 91-82 win over Iowa behind a triple-double from Deivon Smith (19 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists), and 31 points from Gabe Madsen

The final game of the day featured UNLV eliminating Boston College, 79-70. The Rebels will face No. 1 seed Seton Hall next.

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2024 NIT bracket, scores, schedule

Games in the first three rounds to be played at the higher-seeded team's home arena

Top left region

First round

No. 1 Seton Hall 75, Saint Joseph's 72 (OT)
UNLV 84, No. 2 Princeton 77
Boston College 62, No. 3 Providence 57
North Texas 84, No. 4 LSU 77

Second round

No. 1 Seton Hall 72, North Texas 58 -- Recap
UNLV 79, Boston College 70 -- Recap

Quarterfinals

No. 1 Seton Hall vs. UNLV

Bottom left region

No. 1 Wake Forest 87, Appalachian State 76
No. 2 Ohio State 88, Cornell 83
No. 3 Virginia Tech 74, Richmond 58
No. 4 Georgia 78, Xavier 76
No. 2 Ohio State 81, No. 3 Virginia Tech 73 -- Recap
No. 4 Georgia 72, No. 1 Wake Forest 66 -- Recap
No. 2 Ohio State vs. No. 4 Georgia

Upper right region

No. 1 Indiana State 101, SMU 92
No. 2 Cincinnati 73, San Francisco 72 (OT)
No. 3 Bradley 74, Loyola Chicago 62
Minnesota 73, No. 4 Butler 72
No. 2 Cincinnati 74, No. 3 Bradley 57 -- Recap
No. 1 Indiana State 76, Minnesota 64 -- Recap
No. 2 Cincinnati vs. No. 1 Indiana State

Lower right region

VCU 70, No. 1 Villanova 61
No. 2 Utah 84, UC Irvine 75
No. 3 Iowa 91, Kansas State 82
USF 83, No. 4 UCF 77