Considering the state of the economy, it was evident that this decision was not an easy one. In a recent letter to the entire undergraduate student body, President Alexander announced the 2009-2010 costs and outlined the College's focus on providing additional aid dollars to assist families where necessary. President Alexander wrote, "this year, we increased our budget for institutional aid 21%." He added, "next year, we expect once again to budget for an increase in institutional aid and to work diligently with our students and their families to assist them in making a Lasell education affordable."
After sincerely acknowledging the potential impact any increase may have, President Alexander took a unique approach in his letter, he explained why.
"Lasell College is committed to investing in areas that directly improve our academic programs, student services and campus facilities. This past year, Lasell added twelve new full-time faculty members; we are now searching for additional faculty in Art, Communication, Hospitality and Event Management, and English. This year, we expanded undergraduate course offerings and the opportunity to begin graduate work in the senior year through a blended semester in both our Management program and our new Master of Science degree in Communication program."President Alexander's message was realistic yet hopeful. In spite of the economic uncertainly, Lasell is not only moving forward but growing, and continuing to do what the College has done for the past 158 years - provide the highest quality education to our students.
"In the fall, we will open 2 new student residence halls, incorporating environmentally friendly technology and improved energy efficiencies. In conjunction with the opening of these new facilities, we are adding 30 additional parking spaces for students and a new fitness facility in McClelland Hall, nearly doubling the on-campus workout space for our students."
"In the coming year, track and field - currently a club sport - will become a varsity sport for both men and women. Our home tuition model for study abroad, allowing students to take their financial aid with them, will enable even more students to study overseas in such places as Italy, England, Spain, Ireland, Hungary, and Australia."
"Currently, we are refurbishing the Wolfe Hall lobby with new lighting, computer terminals, and lounge furnishings."
"As we look to the year ahead, we renew our pledge to provide an academic experience of the highest quality and an education that is perhaps the best value of any private college in the Boston area. At Lasell, we work to give our students the opportunity to gain experience every day. Through our project-based and problem-based approach to teaching and learning, we are dedicated to preparing our students for the real world in a way that makes Lasell College distinctive among its peers."
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