By Landry Brewer

Several area high school students mixed with college, university, and technology school representatives at the recent Western Oklahoma Education Expo at Elk City’s Convention Center.

The 34th annual event sponsored by the Elk City Chamber of Commerce drew high school students from Elk City, Merritt, Cheyenne, Sweetwater, and Canute.

“The Expo allows area students the opportunity to broaden their educational choices after high school, and it helps colleges and universities stay informed about Western Oklahoma students,” said Elk City Chamber Executive Director Susie Cupp.

The annual event attracted representatives from approximately 20 colleges, universities, and technology schools.

Financial aid seminars were also conducted by SWOSU personnel for parents and students.

According to Cupp, the Chamber awarded one student from each attending high school a $100 scholarship, provided by Education Expo sponsors.