Academics at Landmark College

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Let’s hear how Landmark College has evolved since its founding in 1985 into a baccalaureate degree granting institution for students with a broad range of learning differences. Yar, a senior from Queens, New York, started in the associate degree program and returned to Landmark years later as a non-traditional student when the Bachelor of Life Science was introduced. Greetings, Yar.

– Thanks for the great introduction, Alex. What’s hippity-happening? When I was very young, my mom showed me and my sister the volcano science experiment, and from there my interest in science took root. Going through the general sciences, I found that biology is where I thrive. Landmark was once known as a transitional college where students came to gain the skills they needed to earn a bachelor’s degree elsewhere. Now they offer a whole range of bachelor’s and associates degree options. Psychology, communication and entrepreneurial leadership, business, computer science, integrated arts, liberal studies, as well as life science and online programs. My life science major covers a variety of interests and it’s where my passion is. I’ve been able to make friends outside of my biology concentration, getting to know ecologists and chemists as well. My friends and I formed our own independent study groups and we genuinely enjoy each other’s company. There’s so much to do on campus, too. The campus activity board holds events throughout the semester, including a spring fling and a fall fest. There are always campus events to choose from; whether they’re indoors, like board games and mindfulness, or outdoors like evening bonfires, along with other programs that are arranged by resident assistants in each of our residence halls, which are open to all students. At any of these, you’re likely to meet our mascot, Finn. Before Landmark, I didn’t know what it truly meant for my teachers to be supportive and accessible. The recognition of everyone’s individual skills and assistance in overcoming challenges made it easier for me to advocate for myself. We’re able to ask for help without judgment, and that’s made it easy for me to self-advocate and to bring that into my experiences outside Landmark. Shall we turn it over to Alex, Finn? Back to you, Alex.

– That was fin-tastic, Yar. We’re so glad you persistently sought out Landmark College as you pursue your lifelong passion for science. And you have shown how Landmark has grown to offer a full college experience for students just like you as they discover their learning ability.