Colleges Using Online Chat Site To Reach Students

Georgia colleges are among those using CollegeWeekLive. It bills itself as the 'world's largest college fair.'

College recruiting fairs: In the 21st century, who needs a building? The University of Georgia, Georgia State and Emory University are among the Georgia-based universities using CollegeWeekLive, which bills itself as the "world's largest college fair." Nationally, Yale University and the U.S. Military Academy at West Point use the online service, which is free to prospective students. The Los Angeles Times reported that on CollegeWeekLive, students create a free account and are able to visit chat rooms for the 300 or so colleges that use the site. Students can give their name or stay anonymous, and they can browse videos and other information on each college's specific site. For teens, the option of anonymity online gives them the freedom …