Gateways Initiative Guides Students
Austin College President Marjorie Hass announces the launch of the Austin College Gateways initiative, with phase one of the program focused on students interested in medicine, healthcare, law, and accounting, among other continuing study.
The unique initiative offers its students preferred access to graduate and professional schools in a wide variety of fields. Gateways partner institutions agree to a range of opportunities, from preferred admission to qualified students to summer study and research opportunities to special scholarships. The next phase of the program will focus on internship and career partnerships.
"A quality liberal arts education fosters critical thinking and reflection, written and oral communication skills, problem-solving abilities, leadership, and adaptability," Dr. Hass said. "But some wonder whether a liberal arts degree opens doors. This program answers those questions with a resounding 'Yes.' The Gateways initiative eases a student’s path from college to career by offering road maps throughout their education for them to consider 'What do I do with a liberal arts degree?' Through Gateways, we will further help students answer that question."
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