Oglethorpe has been recognized by Colleges of Distinction,聽a national guide to colleges that highlights innovative learning opportunities at top schools, for the 2019-2020 academic year, and its growing business program has earned the school further recognition among the nation鈥檚 top schools.
are multidisciplinary in nature and loaded with practical experiences for students to engage the wider world of聽business. Oglethorpe is one of only seven schools in Georgia to receive the designation.
The opened in fall 2019 and and encouraging valuable real-world experiences, such as internships, study abroad and civic engagement, via its Atlanta Laboratory for Learning (A_LAB).
To be designated a 鈥渃ollege of distinction,鈥� a school鈥檚 curriculum must emphasize such core competencies as critical thinking, writing, oral skills, research, and global perspectives. They must also offer dynamic out-of-classroom learning and study abroad programs.
Schools must demonstrate results across the Four Distinctions鈥擡ngaged Students, Great Teaching, Vibrant Community, and Successful Outcomes. High school counselors and educators make nominations and each school is evaluated on key indicators including student engagement, student empowerment, and curricular innovation. Colleges that have distinguished themselves in each of the Four Distinctions and that have demonstrated dedication to enriching student outcomes through innovative learning opportunities are then invited to join Colleges of Distinction.
