About

BLACKBURN AND BEYOND

Commitment to diversity

Blackburn College recognizes that academic, social, and long-term holistic success are proven outcomes of diverse and inclusive environments. As such, the College seeks to build and maintain a welcoming community that embraces an appreciation for diversity where all Blackburn members are heard, respected, and valued.

Commitment to Student Success

The Blackburn and Beyond Program includes an individually determined program of study for each student, based on that student's personal and career goals, necessary supports, and the involvement of each student in all aspects of the college experience including extracurricular and other campus activities to promote social relationships and friendships on campus. It is necessary for the success of the students that careful attention be given to providing academic coaches and mentors on campus to coordinate individualized support and to assist students applying for financial aid.

Commitment to Accessibility

Students who enroll in Blackburn and Beyond (CTP program) may be eligible for certain types of aid. Included are Pell Grants, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants, student loans, and private scholarships.

The Blackburn and Beyond Program is inclusive. This means that:

Blackburn and Beyond students attend their courses with other university students.
Blackburn and Beyond students attend clubs, ball games, and other campus activities with other university students.
Blackburn and Beyond students have full access to all university programs and services.

The Blackburn and Beyond Program is person centered. This means that:

Blackburn and Beyond students determine their academic, career, personal, and social goals throughout their enrollment in the Program.
Blackburn and Beyond students determine the amount of supports they need to be successful.
The curriculum is individualized based on the student’s goals and interests.

The Blackburn and Beyond Program is mutually beneficial. This means that:

Blackburn and Beyond students help teach other students about intellectual disabilities.
Blackburn and Beyond students help professors develop universal design for learning strategies to meet their students' needs.