Admissions

Meet Your Admission Counselor

Josh Stevens
Assistant Director of Admissions
jstevens@lakeforest.edu
847-735-6035

High School:  Rocky Mountain High School (Fort Collins, CO)

College and Major :  B.A. Gustavus Adolphus College /  History; Colorado State University / Secondary Teaching Certification

Travel Regions:  Minnesota, Wisconsin, Indiana, Missouri, Kansas, Kentucky

Number of Years Working for the College:  2

My Life Before Lake Forest:  I was a high school teacher on the small, tropical island of Saipan and began my life as an admissions counselor in Kentucky.  

One Word or Phrase to Describe Myself:  Adventurous

Top 3 Reasons I Would Choose to Attend Lake Forest College:
1.  The campus is located in a beautiful environment
2.  Lots of opportunities to collaborate with incredibly fascinating faculty members
3.  A degree from Lake Forest is marketable, whether pursuing further education or entering the work force

What Character Traits Do I Appreciate in an Applicant: Honesty and a sincere interest in your own education

What Makes the College Unique?:  The opportunity to contribute to and benefit from such a diverse and talented student body.

Tip for the College Search: Make sure you are the one driving your college search - not your parents or teachers or guidance counselors.

Hint for Success:  College can be a life changing experience.  Be proactive and make your college experience count.

Favorite Activity in Chicago:  Wandering through strange neighborhoods in search of my favorite restaurant

Favorite Place in the Town of Lake Forest:  The beach

A Fun Fact to Share:  I once rode a bicycle from Moab, UT, 630 miles through the Rocky Mountains, to my home town of Fort Collins, CO.