Begin by clicking the “about” button on the main menu. You might be surprised at how much you can glean from that one page.

Instead of neglecting such resources, spend a considerable amount of time doing research about the college, both online and, if possible, by talking with friends or acquaintances (or friends of acquaintances) who work there.

Then formulate two or three possible questions that will: (a) demonstrate your knowledge of the institution; (b) satisfy your genuine curiosity on some issue; or (c) convey to the committee some positive aspect of your background.