The 2013 Illinois College Exposition Fair, a gathering of more than 140 public and private colleges and universities from across the nation, is 6:30-8 p.m. March 5 at the Main Campus of Lewis University in Romeoville. It is open to the public and free of charge. No registration is required.

Sponsored by the Illinois Association for College Admission Counseling (IACAC), the exposition is a great opportunity for students to visit with representatives from many different colleges. Students and parents have the opportunity to learn more about each school’s academic and social opportunities as well as details regarding the application process.

Lewis University's Office of Financial Aid Services will hold a free presentation at 8 p.m. regarding the availability of and application for educational financial resources including loans, grants and scholarships.

For more information on the event, visit www.lewisu.edu/icefair.

Lewis University is a Catholic university offering distinctive undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 6,500 traditional and adult students. Lewis offers multiple campus locations, online degree programs, and a variety of formats that provide accessibility and convenience to a growing student population. Sponsored by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, Lewis prepares intellectually engaged, ethically grounded, globally connected, and socially responsible graduates. The seventh largest private not-for-profit university in Illinois, Lewis has been nationally recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report. Visit http://www.lewisu.edu for further information.