In 1993, the Scanlan Learning Center was created through the creative energy, initiative, strong support and encouragement of Robert and Ann Scanlan in memory of their son, Scott ‘76. This program was founded as a statement of ongoing commitment to students who require extra or special attention to attain their goals of academic success. The Learning Center is not a fee based program for the students who use this important resource. The program continues to grow, develop and offer invaluable assistance to make the Viator experience available to these students.

The objectives of the Scanlan Center are to:

• Develop independent, life-long learning skills.
• Implement strategies, skills and tools that can be incorporated into learning as a way to maximize success in the academic curriculum.
• Develop an understanding of oneself as a learner through the analysis of personal learning differences, learning strengths and learning styles.
• Develop self-advocacy skills that promote proactive involvement in one's educational process.
• Develop communication skills appropriate to an educational setting.
• Explore college level special needs programs and resources.
• Develop a respect for diversity and differences as learned from the Gospel message.
• Develop an increased sense of pride, self-worth and self-confidence.

During the 2008-09 academic year, approximately 80 students will use this valuable resource. 

We are grateful for the consistent, ongoing devotion of time, energy and resources by Robert and Ann Scanlan and their family in support of this unique, successful and in many cases, life-changing program which continues to hold such promise for our students.

For more inforamtion on the Scanlan Center, please contact the Scanlan Center staff at (847) 392-4050 ext. 271 or via e-mail at scanlancenter@saintviator.com.
 

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