The Verrazano School The Verrazano School at CSI is a
selective, four-year baccalaureate honors program that offers motivated and talented students a unique high- quality undergraduate experience.
Charles Liu, PhD Engineering Science and Physics Director of the Verrazano School.
The Verrazano School offers smaller classes, constructive contact with full-time faculty and personalized academic advisement. In addition, career preparation and academic, social and cultural learning opportunities inside and outside the classroom offered through Verrazano help contribute to a positive, memorable and valuable college experience.
Deryn Cro Second Year | The Verrazano School
Making a home away from home When she arrived on campus from her hometown of Clinton, New Jersey,
Deryn Cro knew no one. As a member of the Verrazano School, however, she joined a tight-knit community of exceptional students.
“Being from out of state, I didn’t know anyone from Staten Island,” recalls Cro, a Dean’s List student. “The Verrazano program has been a great way for me to connect and make friends.”
Designed for high-performing students, the Verrazano School guides students on career exploration, internships, community service and opportunities to study abroad. Cro is pursuing a double major in History and English with a minor in Art History. Among the classes she has especially enjoyed is History 320, which delves into the Middle East and Europe.
“We have great discussions and everyone participates,” the sophomore says. “I walk out of that class every day feeling like I’ve learned something new.”
Outside of class, Cro has thrown herself into all that CSI offers.
“I love it here,” Cro remarks. “Coming from New Jersey, I didn’t know much about the school. The academics are great and the people are so helpful. My Verrazano adviser, Katie Geschwendt, will go to the edge of the earth to help me.”
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