College of the Week: Cornell College

Cornell College is a small, private liberal arts school in Mount Vernon, Iowa, that utilizes a block schedule. This special academic calendar, named One Course At A Time (OCAAT), consists of eight blocks of 18 days each. In a given block, students at Cornell College attend just one class from 9-11 a.m., break for lunch and then resume from 1-3 p.m., so they focus intensely on just one area of study for a shorter amount of time.

The student-faculty ratio at Cornell College is 13:1, and the school has 67.1% of its classes with fewer than 20 students. The most popular majors at Cornell College include: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology; Exercise Science and Kinesiology; Engineering, General; Computer Science; Political Science and Government, General; History, General; Psychology, General; Elementary Education and Teaching; Art/Art Studies, General; and Finance, General. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 77%. (https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/cornell-college-1856)

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Flash Forward: Jeff Morales, Class of 1982

Fillmore High School and The Fillmore High Alumni Association present a very special Flash Forward, a look at the accomplishments of students who have graduated from Fillmore High School, with a Flash Back to 1982 recognizing the value of Fillmore’s culture, history, and tradition. Meet Jeff Morales, Class of 1982 Fillmore High graduate, and graduate of the University of Notre Dame.

Unified Sports at Fillmore High School

Unified Sports at Fillmore High School - Fillmore Flashes Unified Club hosts sports events each semester! Our inclusive club brings students together to work as a team and form friendships. Students from all over campus come together each day to practice soccer skills and develop relationships. You can support Unified Sports by joining our club! Please reach out to Mr. Rockney (Room 44) or Mrs. Faith (Room 43) for more information.

College of the Week: Clark University

Clark University in Worcester, Mass., is a small liberal arts institution in the midst of 11 other colleges and universities. Together, the schools make up the Higher Education Consortium of Central Massachusetts.

The student-faculty ratio at Clark University is 9:1, and the school has 63.1% of its classes with fewer than 20 students. The most popular majors at Clark University include Social Sciences; Psychology; Biological and Biomedical Sciences; Visual and Performing Arts; Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Communications Technologies/Technicians and Support Services; Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services; Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies; Education; and Natural Resources and Conservation. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 87%. (https://www.usnews.com/.../clark-university-massachusetts...)

College of the Week: Centre College

For students who attend Centre College, three things are definite: If they want, they will be able to study abroad, complete an internship and graduate in four years. The school, located in Danville, Kentucky, guarantees that all students who follow academic and social guidelines will be exposed to each of the three key college experiences.

The student-faculty ratio at Centre College is 10:1, and the school has 72% of its classes with fewer than 20 students. The most popular majors at Centre College include: Economics, Other; Psychology, General; Biology/Biological Sciences, General; International/Globalization Studies; Behavioral Neuroscience; Political Science and Government, General; History, General; Sociology and Anthropology; Computer Science; and Environmental Studies. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 89%.(https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/centre-college-1961)

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College of the Week: Bucknell University

Bucknell University, located in the small town of Lewisburg, Pa., is conveniently situated about three hours from New York, Washington and Philadelphia. Nearly 90 percent of undergraduates live on campus in traditional residence halls, substance-free housing or small house communities, among other options.

The student-faculty ratio at Bucknell University is 9:1, and the school has 53.8% of its classes with fewer than 20 students. The most popular majors at Bucknell University include: Economics, General; Political Science and Government, General; Psychology, General; Accounting and Finance; Biology/Biological Sciences, General; Mechanical Engineering; Chemical Engineering; Computer Engineering, General; Marketing/Marketing Management, General; and International Relations and Affairs. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 92%.(https://www.usnews.com/best.../bucknell-university-3238)

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College of the WeeK: Birmingham-Southern College

Birmingham-Southern College prepares men and women for lives of significance. The College fosters intellectual and personal development through excellence in teaching and scholarship and by challenging students to engage their community and the greater world, to examine diverse perspectives, and to live with integrity.

The student-faculty ratio at Birmingham-Southern College is 10:1, and the school has 76.7% of its classes with fewer than 20 students. The most popular majors at Birmingham-Southern College include: Business Administration and Management, General; Biology/Biological Sciences, General; Psychology, General; Accounting; Computer and Information Sciences, Other; Communication and Media Studies, Other; Fine/Studio Arts, General; and Mathematics, General. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 80%.. (https://www.usnews.com/.../birminghamsouthern-college-1012)

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College of the Week: Beloit College

Beloit College, located 90 miles northwest of Chicago and about an hour south of Milwaukee, is nestled on a 40-acre, New England-style campus situated on river bluffs and surrounded by American Indian mounds.

The student-faculty ratio at Beloit College is 10:1, and the school has 75.5% of its classes with fewer than 20 students. The most popular majors at Beloit College include: Social Sciences; Physical Sciences; Psychology; Biological and Biomedical Sciences; English Language and Literature/Letters; Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics; Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies; Visual and Performing Arts; Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; and Education. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 83%. (https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/beloit-college-3835)

College of the Week: Austin College

Austin College is a small, private school in Sherman, Texas, about 60 miles north of Dallas. Students at Austin College study a liberal arts curriculum and can choose from more than 40 academic majors.

The student-faculty ratio at Austin College is 11:1, and the school has 65.9% of its classes with fewer than 20 students. The most popular majors at Austin College include: Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Psychology; Social Sciences; Health Professions and Related Programs; Biological and Biomedical Sciences; English Language and Literature/Letters; Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics; Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs; History; and Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 80%. (https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/austin-college-3543)

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