The Ithacan

Letter to the Editor: Aging studies is undervalued

By Marissa Levenson • May 5, 2017

The Aging Studies program is an undervalued and misunderstood program at Ithaca for many of the reasons

Aging studies faces low enrollment due to stigmas surrounding field

By Nicole Pimental, Staff Writer • May 2, 2017

She said she believes ageism is something that deters students from majoring or minoring in aging studies. “There’s, I guess I have to call it an ‘ick factor,’” Erickson said.

Age on Stage project brings together young and old

By Celisa Calacal, Life & Culture Editor • April 20, 2016

Age On Stage, an intergenerational project founded by Ithaca College associate professor Elizabeth Bergman, brings students and older adults together through plays written by Titus Towers resident, Jim Tyler.

Women dominate certain majors at Ithaca College

By Rachel Langlitz and Sophia Tulp • April 12, 2016

Women make up the majority of students at Ithaca College and tend to dominate care-related and media majors at the college and in the workforce. However, some students and experts agree that this majority can cause negative stereotypes and implications for female workers.

Ithaca College celebrates 15-year partnership with Longview

By Mark Prowse, Contributing Writer • November 5, 2014

On Oct. 29, Ithaca College celebrated its 15-year partnership with Longview. The program helps bridge the gap between students and older generations.