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Beloit ranked #5 most innovative college in America by U.S. News

Today U.S. News & World Report has recognized what our faculty, students, and staff already know: that Beloit is one of the most creative and unconventional colleges in America.

Beloit ranks #5 in the annual U.S. News list of Most Innovative Schools (National Liberal Arts Colleges)— the top ranked college in the Midwest.

This honor highlights the bold steps we have taken through the Beloit Action Plan to transform our curriculum, advising, career connections, facilities, and financial support in the face of a global pandemic.

Students studying in the Powerhouse.

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The Beloit Experience

Josie drew her own roadmap to career success

Josie Griffin’21 has built her Beloit experience from a wide range of ingredients: three majors (anthropology, sociology, and classic civilizations), student activities, and off-campus involvement. It’s a recipe that’s taken her to some great places already (like the U.S. Virgin Islands) and has prepared her for an exciting future after graduation.

With repurposed fabric, a strong sense of fashion, and a sewing machine, Qurat ul Ain’20 brought sustainable clothes and bags to Beloit to raise awareness about the waste of the fashion industry.

A future in sustainable innovation

A Fashion Statement that Speaks Louder than Words

Qurat ul Aain’s interest in sustainable fashion led her to start a business with the support of Beloit’s Entrepreneurship Center and the Theatre Department’s Costume Shop.

The turtle is Beloit’s unofficial mascot

career channels at beloit

Professional experiences ‘right in your own backyard’

In a recent panel discussion of internships and other opportunities with local companies, our students explored the vital relationship between the city of Beloit and the college.

As part of the panel, executives Tim McKevett’86 (president and CEO of the Beloit Health System), and Michael O’Neill, (president and CEO of Kerry, a global food and beverage company) shared advice and expertise.

Tim McKevett'86 (right)

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