Student Stories
Baking Up A Bright Future
Sweet Success: Baking Up A Bright Future Life can be full of unique challenges, but for one Shepherds College student, her journey is a testimony to determination, independence, and love…
Seth: Garden, Greenhouse & God
“Never give up. Believe in yourself, give your best, and have an ‘I can’ attitude”—this is the advice Seth Hess, Class of 2022, offers to Shepherds College® students. Seth, who…
Called To Brazil: Lessons Learned
Update on the Mission to Brazil 2024 Fundraiser “And my God will supply every need of yours according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.”Philippians 4:19 We are so…
The Culinary Calling
At Shepherds College®, the commercial kitchen is more than just a place where meals are made; it’s a hub of joy, camaraderie, and spiritual purpose. A recent message of affirmation…
Our Partnership With St. Iakovos
In the first semester of Shepherds College® classes, all students take a six-week introductory class to each of the three majors. At the end of the first semester, the students…
Jessica’s Journey: One Life Changed By Faith
One of the greatest joys A parent experiences is when their child says their first words. We often hear parents discussing this important milestone, but we seldom hear stories about…
Emma’s Empowering Hot Pot Experience
One Life, One Meal. When Emma, Class of 2026, walked into the Female Dorm as a first-year student, she was a shy girl who seemed unsure about many things. She…
Maggie: Changing the Culture for People with Disabilities
In the realm of education, there exists a profound journey that transcends mere academic achievements—a journey marked by resilience, perseverance, and the unwavering spirit to overcome challenges. Maggie, a second-year…
Life On Top: One Imperfect Life
Do you ever feel like you can’t do anything right? Maybe you feel pressured about joining Shepherds College® as a first-year student, or perhaps you’re a recent graduate about to…
Cultivating Growth in the Greenhouse
Nestled within the center of the Shepherds College® campus lies a bustling hub of growth and opportunity—the greenhouse. More than just a facility for nurturing plants, it serves as a…
Embracing Purpose Beyond Disabilities: Steven’s Story of Faith and Resilience
I’m a first-year student at Shepherds College®, a school for young adults with disabilities. I have several disabilities, including ADHD, ADD, and OCD. I want to talk to you about…
Growing Together – A New Partnership with Milaeger’s
Our partnerships with Occupational Experience (OE) sites provide valuable opportunities for Shepherds College® students. One of our newest sites for Horticulture is Milaeger’s, a nursery and gardening center located in…
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Admissions & Enrollment
A Life-Changing Opportunity: Enroll at Shepherds College This January 2025!
Start Your Journey to Independence in January 2025! Why wait until fall to begin your life-changing experience at Shepherds College? For the first time ever, we’re offering a January 2025…
Recruitment: The Moment of Impact
Start Your Journey to Independence in January 2025! On the Admissions team, we have the privilege of seeing the impact of our role in recruitment through the first impression. While…
Donor Stories & News
Weidner Cares! Enhancing Shepherds College Through In-Kind Support
In-kind, or non-cash, giving plays a crucial role in the growth and success of Shepherds College, allowing us to enhance our campus and student experience without straining our financial resources…
Why We Give To Shepherds – A Donor’s Story
Jimmy Mahoney is a young man with autism who works as an Assurance Senior at Plante Moran, an audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firm in Schaumburg, Illinois. When he…
SFI – Partners For Change
Support Shepherds College! Join Partners for Change by making a recurring gift today. Empower students with intellectual and developmental disabilities by making a recurring gift to Shepherds College. Your monthly…
Shepherds Foundation
Honoring Our Calling – Advancing The Mission of Shepherds College
It is an honor to assume the role of President of Shepherds Foundation, Inc. (SFI). Our purpose at SFI is to fuel and fund the mission of Shepherds College (SC)…
Empowering Young Adults with IDD – Investing in the Shepherds College Scholarship Fund
Education is the cornerstone of progress and the key to unlocking one’s potential. However, the access to education and the rising costs of providing such education have become significant barriers…