THE POWER OF MENTORS

When Christine Gillis '18 received an award for her graduate work in school psychology, her thoughts immediately turned to Bay Path University. “I credit my professors for so much of my current success,” she said. “Receiving the Ted Bernstein Award (from the New York Association of School Psychology) wouldn’t be possible without the incredible education I received from Bay Path. It shaped the foundation for the school psychologist I am in the process of becoming.”

Christine recalls evolving from someone “quiet and reserved” to someone who was “deeply involved in campus leadership” — a transformation that defined her life. It started in the dorm where her RA pushed her to get involved. It continued in the classroom where, Christine said, “I learned to speak up and express myself. The all-women’s environment gave me strength.”

Looking back, Christine said, “I had great mentors at Bay Path, like the dean of students who encouraged me to do what makes me happy, and the director of residential life who hired me to be an RA and then helped me get my current position. She’s the reason I had a job lined up before I even walked at Commencement.”

Today, Christine is working on her master’s in school psychology while working full-time as a Resident Life Coordinator at an all-girls school. “Bay Path is my second home,” she said. “It’s where I drew power, where I found myself. Bay Path is a transformative place where you can be yourself, your best self.”

From Class To Career

When Kiley Bissell ’19 graduated with her Accounting degree, she had a full-time professional position waiting for her at MP CPAs. “The firm where I did my internship offered me a job for when I graduated,” she said. “It was an incredible relief to know I had this lined up. I have friends who went to other colleges and are having trouble finding a position.”

Kiley credits Bay Path’s faculty, in part, for her success. “The professors at Bay Path really cared for my development, personally as well as academically. They are so supportive and always look out for opportunities that can help us,” she said.

She also appreciates how they teach: “Bay Path focuses on critical thinking which teaches you how to learn. They don’t rely on memorization, but instead connect what you’re learning to real-life situations. That has been so helpful as I’ve transitioned from school to work.”

The effect: “Once I was in my internship, I started to see how much I knew. They taught me how to use their system, but relied on me to know the actual tax portion and to handle the returns. I was able to do it all fairly easily, which I credit to Bay Path’s critical thinking.”

bay path academics: rigorous and relevant

Here, you’ll develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to build the life you want to live as part of a community that is committed to the whole person. Bay Path intertwines academics with the 4-year WELL program (Women as Empowered Learners and Leaders). Bay Path guides you through the 4 courses, (1 per year that will develop you as a learner, leader, achiever) while preparing you for all aspects of the real world. You will be well supported and advised throughout the process. Each year, you are given opportunities to be a part of something bigger while you are supported by the Bay Path Community.

• Expert teaching, mentorship, and professional connections

• Applied learning through internships, research, and travel

Bay Path Academic Undergraduate Programs

Accounting

Applied Computer Science

Autism Spectrum Studies

Biochemistry

Biology

Biology Secondary Education

Biotechnology

Business Administration

Child Psychology

Communications

Counseling Studies

Digital Forensics & Incident Response

Digital Media Arts & Film

Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Leadership

Early Intervention

Education Studies

Elementary Education

Exploratory

Forensic Psychology

Forensic Science

Health Sciences

Healthcare Management

Hospitality Management

Information Assurance

Integrative Health

Interdisciplinary Studies

Interior Design: Residential & Commercial

Justice & Forensics Studies

Legal Studies

Liberal Studies

Marketing

Medical Science

Neurobiology

Neuropsychology

Nonprofit Management

Paralegal Studies

Pre-Occupational Therapy Studies

Professional Writing

Psychology

Public Health

Public Safety & Justice

Rehabilitation, Advocacy & Justice

Risk Management

Severe Special Needs

Small Business Development

Special Education

Youth Development