Hi Future Sharks! First things first, we want to say is CONGRATULATIONS for being accepted to Landmark College! We know how hard you have worked to get to this point, and we recognize all you have overcome, especially during this unusual time.
We are so excited to have you all join us during Accepted Students SHARK Week and have some fun, interactive content planned all week long from Saturday, April 25 to Sunday, May 2. While this doesn’t replace the on-campus experience, this will allow you to connect with faculty, staff, and students in a unique environment, designed to give you a taste of life as an LC Shark! We’ve created a page just for you. Access it here to take part in all of the great sessions and activities we have planned.
Each day’s activities will include live and prerecorded sessions, panels, games, prizes, and more. The weekend activities start at 1 p.m. ET, and the weekday events at 6 p.m. ET.
See our live event schedule below:
Day 1: Saturday, April 25 at 1 p.m. ET, Landmark College Virtual Accepted Students SHARK Week Kick Off
Welcome & Overview of L.C. S.H.A.R.K. Week
Kevin Mayne, Vice President for Enrollment Management
Conversation with the President
President Peter Eden
Admissions Team Panel
- Max McAuley, Assistant Director of Admissions
- Patrick McKenna ’14, Admissions Counselor
- Ferne Bork, Regional Enrollment Specialist, parent of alum
- Sydney Ruff ’06, Director of Admissions
- Jennifer DuFault, Assistant Director of Enrollment Services
Each day will include additional recorded sessions, videos, links, and prizes.
Day 2: Sunday, April 26 at 1 p.m. ET, Campus Connect
Since we can’t all be together on campus, this day will be focused on giving you an opportunity to connect with our campus virtually. You’ll get to participate in a scavenger hunt that highlights different elements of what our campus has to offer, as well as videos from students, alumni, and faculty about their favorite parts of campus!
Online Scavenger Hunt
Join us online for a fun scavenger hunt! Everyone who completes the scavenger hunt will be entered to win a prize.
Day 3: Monday, April 27 at 6 p.m. ET, Student Experience
At LC, we know the college experience is about so much more than just what you will learn in the classroom! That’s why Day 3 of Accepted Students SHARK Week is dedicated to the student experience. From sports and clubs to our therapy dog program—we can’t wait to share how we make the experience for students as enriching out of the classroom as it is inside it!
Student Affairs and Student Activities panel with Q&A
Moderator: Michael Luciani, Vice President for Student Affairs & Dean of Campus Life
Panelists:
- Kelly O’Ryan, Dean of Students
- Kari Post, Director of Athletics, Fitness, and Recreation
- Josh Ascani, Assistant Director of Recreation and Outdoor Programs
- Andy Donahue, Director of Social Pragmatic Programs and Services
- Emily North, Director of Student Activities
- Marc Thurman ’18, Coordinator of the Centers for Diversity & Inclusion
- Rob Lutz ’17, Interim Resident Dean and Assistant in the Transition at College track
Live Q&A with current students
Moderator: Sydney Ruff ’06, Director of Admissions
Panelists:
- Erica Loveland ’20, Spring Valley, IL, BA Liberal Studies
- Nate Gulley ’20, Sacramento, CA, BS Computer Science
- Emily King ’21, New Fairfield, CT, BA Psychology
Day 4: Tuesday, April 28 at 6 p.m. ET, Housing, Health, Safety, and Wellness
On Day 4, you’ll hear from our residential life team and safety officers on life in the dorms and the resources we have to keep students safe, healthy, and happy!
Housing Tour and Live Q&A on Housing, Safety, and Wellness
Moderator: Michael Luciani, Vice President for Student Affairs & Dean of Campus Life
Panelists:
- Nicole Pacenka, Assistant Director of Housing Operations
- Fabio Arnaldo Ayala, Resident Dean
- Jeff Huyett, Director of Health Services
- Jackie Mills, Director of Counseling and Wellness
- Orlando Alvarez, Director of Campus Safety
- Erik Johnson, Assistant Director of Campus Safety
Day 5: Wednesday, April 29 at 6 p.m. ET, Academics
Time to hit the books! Day 5 of our journey is focused on academics at Landmark College. We will talk about everything from the degrees offered at LC to the unique teaching methods we use to help students succeed.
Academics at Landmark College Panel
Moderator: Gail Gibson Sheffield, Vice President for Academic Affairs
Panelists:
- Jill Hinckley, Dean of School of Education
- Debbie Gassaway Hayward, Director of Advising
- Kelly O’Ryan, Dean of Students
- Eric Moschella, Director of Academic Support
Day 6: Thursday, April 30 at 6 p.m. ET, Real World Experience & Career Connections
At LC, we pride ourselves on helping neurodivergent students thrive off campus as much as they do on campus! That’s why Day 6 is all about the real-world experiences we offer to help our students become well rounded individuals and achieve their career goals! From study abroad to careers and internships, you’ll hear firsthand from students and alumni about the incredible opportunities they’ve experienced through LC.
Real World Experience Panel
Moderator: Mark DiPietro, Director of Marketing & Communications
Panelists:
- Jan Coplan, Director of Career Connections
- Jonathan Steele, Assistant Director of Career Connections
- Adam Lalor, Lead Education Specialist, Landmark College Institute for Research and Training
- Solvegi Shmulsky, Director of the Center for Neurodiversity and Professor of Psychology
- Jessica Lindoerfer, Director of Experiential Education
- Andrew Stein, Assistant Professor of Science and Academic Director of Botswana Study Abroad
Alumni Q&A
Panelists:
- Caroline Hubley ’18
- Rachel Brown ’16
- Andrew Garcia ’11
Day 7: Friday, May 1 at 6 p.m. ET, Keys to Succeeding at LC
On our last day for all accepted students, we will focus the conversation on the keys to succeeding at Landmark College. By this point, you’ll have learned a lot about why LC is the college of choice for students who learn differently, but on Day 7 you’ll hear directly from Landmark College parents on how LC has helped their students succeed.
The Parent Perspective—How LC has helped their students succeed
Moderators: Craig Shallcross, parent of alumnus Nicholas Shallcross ’13 and Sandra Brown, parent of alumna Rachel Brown ’16
Bonus Day: Saturday, May 2, Deposited Students Only Day
This day is devoted solely to students who have accepted LC’s offer of admission and have submitted their deposit for the fall semester. All deposited students who participate will be entered to win a Lenovo Yoga X390 Convertible Tablet/Computer and get access to an exclusive virtual session on May 2 that focuses on course selection, advising and housing!