Academics
New VPAA Reilly
March 6, 2024
Incoming Beacon College vice president for academic affairs Dr. Kevin Reilly understands that to avoid disrupting a good thing, it’s going to take a lot of input from the people who are already on the ground.
Top News
Chandler's Retirement
Jun 12
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Student News
Clubs Inoculate Students Against Disconnection
March 5, 2024
Even with student clubs shrinking at universities throughout the country, Beacon student clubs thrive and offer students a chance to build community through the various student-led clubs and organizations.
Academics
Strozzo Photoshops Learning into Teaching Students on the Other Side of the World
February 6, 2024
During the winter holiday season, Beacon College's Brittany Strozzo served as a teacher for Project Discovery in the United Arab Emirates.
Student News
Dungeons and Dragons Club Explores Renaissance Faire
February 2, 2024
Dungeons and Dragon Club members soaked up the Renaissance Faire gusto as they were captivated by combat and stage shows, sampled faire fare, shopped vendors, and participated in a scavenger hunt.
In The Media
“A World of Difference” Earns Gold in Global Anthem Awards
February 1, 2024
Beacon College’s monthly PBS show “A World of Difference: Embracing Neurodiversity” scored gold (and silver) in the 3rd Annual Anthem Awards.
Beacon News
Service, Passion for Students Highlight O’Toole’s Legacy
February 1, 2024
Marlene O'Toole, an award-winning former Florida lawmaker, education advocate, nonprofit leader, and former IBM manager, passed away.
Beacon News
Sensory Room Latest Supportive Wrinkle Helping Students to Success
February 1, 2024
A new Sensory and Mindfulness Room is set to open this month at Beacon's Counseling and Wellness Center.
Academics
Love of Books Unites Beacon Couple in a Chapter of Romance
February 1, 2024
Beacon College has a handful of married couples working on campus, but to celebrate Valentine’s Day, we’re profiling one couple’s extraordinary international tale.
Career Development
Career Center Makes “Big” Investment in Student/Alumni Career Success
February 1, 2024
“Big Interview” is an AI-assisted job interview training tool designed to reduce anxiety and improve outcomes by giving users the opportunity to practice and get immediate feedback.
Alumni News
Hunter Knocks Administration Out the Park with Baseball Farm Team
February 1, 2024
Beacon College graduate Travis Hunter serves as the office administrator for the Oklahoma City Baseball Club, the Triple A affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Beacon News
Declining National Numbers Belie Beacon’s Graduation Success
February 1, 2024
Colleges, including Beacon, that invested in expanding their student success services held steady in terms of graduation during covid.
Academics
New Global Ed Programs Takes Students to Land of the Rising Sun
December 8, 2023
A new study abroad program will send Beacon College students to the land of anime, gaming, and technology for 12 weeks starting in February.
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Darryl E. Owens
Associate Vice President of Communication and Engagement
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