Services

The B.E.S.T. Lives Center (BLC) is a state-of-the-art learning hub that centers military families, former foster care, formerly incarcerated, and adult learners while remaining true to the mission of the College. The BLC addresses ongoing concerns regarding educational access, innovation, equity, connectivity, social mobility, workforce development, and employment. The BLC supports students who enter Benedict College with similar background characteristics and levels the playing field for all students, regardless of the pathway they took into the College.  

The B.E.S.T. Lives Center will provide: 

• Workforce Training and Job Opportunities
• Educational Success Services (tutoring, academic advising, academic accommodations, and co-curricular opportunities)
• Life Skills (financial literacy, conflict resolution, advocacy)
• Leadership Opportunities
• Job Shadowing, Internships and Apprenticeships
• Mentoring (professional and personal)
• Crisis Support and Counseling