Admissions

Meet Your Admission Counselor

Diane Kanney
Director of Admissions for College Relations
kanney@lakeforest.edu
847-735-5014

High School:  Buckeye Central High School (New Washington, OH)

College and Major :  B.A. Bluffton University (1993), M.A. Bowling Green State University (1996)

Travel Regions:  Ohio, Pennsylvania, California, Arizona

Number of Years Working for the College:  13 (6 in Admissions)

My Life Before Lake Forest:  My life didn't start until I arrived to Lake Forest!  I came straight from my graduate program at Bowling Green State University so when I landed in Lake Forest I also entered "the real world" and I wouldn't have it any other way! 

One Word or Phrase to Describe Myself:  Fun. Real.  Compassionate.

Top 3 Reasons I Would Choose to Attend Lake Forest College:
1.  The people here-we all want students to succeed
2.  Amazing opportunities-research, study abroad, grow!
3.  Chicago-The College offers many ways for you to learn and explore the great city

What Character Traits Do I Appreciate in an Applicant: Sincerity-Initiative-Self Advocacy

What Makes the College Unique?:  We have a Chicago office on our campus filled with maps, schedules, event schedules and some free tickets but it's up to you to take advantage!

Tip for the College Search: Start early and learn from many different sources to gather your own perspective.

Hint for Success:  Work hard!

Favorite Activity in Chicago:  I've done many but I think my favorite is a Cubs game!  There's no place like Wrigleyville!

Favorite Place in the Town of Lake Forest:  Egg Harbor!  Great menu and they serve breakfast until 2:00 p.m.

A Fun Fact to Share:  I'm an avid college football fan but you'll have to ask me personally where my loyalties are!