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.
Top News
Horner and Williams Receive Honorary Doctorates
Apr 15
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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.
Beacon News
Beacon College Honors Rep. Truenow for Championing Neurodiversity
December 6, 2023
Beacon College recently honored Florida State Representative Keith L Truenow with its highest award during a ceremony for his efforts in securing state funding to help neurodivergent Floridians attend the Leesburg school — the nation’s top-ranked college for students with learning and attention issues.
Career Development
New Zoo Internship Affords Student Close-up of Wild Kingdom
December 6, 2023
Anthrozoology major Pierre Bernard interned at one of Texas' largest zoos, providing an experience that gave him practical insights into caring for animals, a better understanding of their behavior, and greater knowledge of zoo operations.
Student News
Student Finds His Voice Writing, Recording New Song, ‘Overthink’
December 6, 2023
Beacon student Ryan Sleboda wrote and recorded “Overthink,” a song that carries a deep meaning about the anxiety he keeps inside.
Beacon News
Relaxing Amenities and Leisure Helps Oasis Live Up to Name
November 10, 2023
For farmers, autumn is the season of bountiful yields.
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