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PRESCOTT COLLEGE NAMED AS ONE OF NATION'S LEADING COLLEGES THAT ENCOURAGES
CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT
PRESCOTT - Prescott College has been recognized for leadership in the field
of student character development in "The Templeton Guide: Colleges that
Encourage Character Development," a guidebook released nationwide today.
Designed for students, parents and educators who believe that character
matters, "The Templeton Guide" recognizes programs that represent
the best practices in the field of character development during the college
years. The guide contains profiles of 405 exemplary college programs in ten
categories.
Prescott College's Wilderness Orientation program was recognized for helping
students define their personal values and emphasizing service learning. The
three-week backpacking expedition introduces new students to the Southwest,
other students and new ways of learning.
Part seminar in small group living and wilderness travel and part an introduction
to experiential education, Wilderness Orientation helps students find a balance
between self-fulfillment, service to others, and sensitivity to the natural
environment. The program has been in place since Prescott College's inception
in 1966.
"Prescott College is very proud to have been included in this book
for its Wilderness Orientation program. Character development is a lifelong
process, and we feel this program serves students well beyond their college
years," said Prescott College President Neal Mangham. "Ninety-nine
percent of our incoming students report that they are significantly more
prepared for their educational journey as a result of the program. They not
only have a greater sense of responsibility for the earth, but a better understanding
of themselves and how to be productive and positive members of a group."
The John Templeton Foundation's College and Character Initiative encourages
colleges and universities to do as much as they can to reinforce the
positive values instilled by parents, such as honesty, compassion,
self-discipline, and respect. To learn more about the College and Character
Initiative
and
the "The Templeton Guide," visit www.collegeandcharacter.org/.
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