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Book It: Still in Colleges That Change Lives
“People want to do well here. I don’t think there are any students who are bored or not paying attention. I just don’t know anyone who isn’t excited about what they’re learning.” —Student quoted in Colleges That Change Lives
The College once again is listed in the new edition of the seminal college guide conceived by Loren Pope. The new edition praises Juniata’s dedication to the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning.
author also focuses on the College’s legacy in science education. The Raystown Field Station and Juniata’s pre-health professions programs also receive compliments. The College’s commitment to study-abroad programs is recognized, along with the education, business and theatre departments, which are given special mention. “It’s no surprise that Juniata students express hope and eagerness when they talk about their future.” Oswald writes. “‘It feels like the whole school is set up just to make sure we succeed,’ says one senior from New Jersey.” 7
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Photos (left): Jim Judkis; (right) J.D. Cavrich, Jim Judkis
Juniata has again been included in the completely revised and updated edition of Colleges That Change Lives, the seminal college guide originally written by the late Loren Pope. Juniata is one of 40 colleges and universities profiled by journalist and editor Hilary Masell Oswald, who writes about Juniata’s alumni, hands-on learning, internships and liberal arts curriculum. One student is quoted saying, “People want to do well here. I don’t think there are any students who are bored or not paying attention. I just don’t know anyone who isn’t excited about what they’re learning.” Juniata’s dedication to teaching also receives high praise, mentioning the College’s Lakso Center for Teaching and Learning, as well as the faculty commitment to mentoring students. The