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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.

Beacon News

Sully Brings Emotional Support to Lighten “Ruff” Days for Students

November 10, 2023

With a little dance, hop, and twisty wag of his tail, Sully the goldendoodle immediately makes friends, melts hearts, and shows unbounded affection for people.

Admissions

New College Edge Program Offers a Landing Spot for Nontraditional Students

November 10, 2023

A new Beacon College program aims to give incoming students an edge as they transition to life as a Blazer.

Career Development

Testing the Waters at Off-Campus Career Fairs Prepares Students for the Workforce

October 11, 2023

Beacon students attend the Lake County Career Fair and learn about potential career options.

Athletics

College’s First Class of Athletic Recruits Gives School Hoop Dreams

October 6, 2023

Wade joins the stellar athletes of Beacon’s first-ever recruiting class for its growing intercollegiate sports program.

Alumni News

Sandfort Test Pilots Corporate Websites as Quality Assurance “Top Gun”

October 6, 2023

Beacon graduate Kyle Sandfort now works in quality assurance at Infosys, a digital services and consulting company with clients in more than 56 countries.

In The Media

Learning Differently

Featured in Florida Trend Magazine.
At Beacon College in Leesburg, students navigate learning differences and disabilities to earn a college degree and prepare for a career.

How to Navigate College Admissions With a Learning Disability

Featured in U.S. News & World Report.
The college admissions process can be overwhelming for any student, but it can be especially challenging for those with learning disabilities.

College, with Learning Differences

Featured in Campus News. Despite excelling academically in school, Benjamin Strauss faced challenges due to his learning difference. His transition to Beacon College has empowered him to pursue  business management.

Best Regional Colleges South Rankings

Featured in U.S. News & World Report. These colleges focus on undergraduate education but grant fewer than half their degrees in liberal arts disciplines. These rankings are split into four regions: North, South, Midwest and West.

Media Inquiries and Policies

Beacon’s faculty experts, our unique teaching model, and our students often are featured in electronic and print media because of the college’s expertise in learning differences and other disciplines.

Reporters who wish to interview Beacon College experts or pursue stories about the college should contact the Office of College Communications at (352) 638-9789 or email dowens@beaconcollege.edu.

Meet Our Team

Darryl E. Owens

Associate Vice President of Communication and Engagement

352-638-9789dowens@beaconcollege.edu

Mary Wymer

Digital Communications Manager

352-638-9709mwymer@beaconcollege.edu