College History
Landmark College (est. 1983) has a unique and vibrant history that can be traced from its roots in Prides Crossing, Massachusetts, to its scenic location in Putney, Vermont, where it first opened its doors to students in 1985.
Founder Dr. Charles “Chad” Drake: Landmark College’s Origins
"We cannot be a whole people, we cannot be a thriving people if we aren't a reading people." Charles Drake, Interview with NBC, 1985
Windham College: How Landmark Came to Occupy the Former Windham Campus
The history of the Landmark College campus begins with the history of Windham College (1951-1978)
Earliest Years: Pioneering an Entirely New Postsecondary Vision
Founding administrators of Landmark College laid a solid foundation the first college in the nation to serve students with learning disabilities.
The Vision Evolves: Fine Arts, Growth, and Development
Landmark College's 2nd president, Gene Cesari, Ph.D., led the College through a brief but important growth period.
The Vision Matures: Completing the Campus and Creating a Research Institute
Landmark College's 3rd president, Dr. Lynda J. Katz, Ph.D., guided the maturation of the College during her 17-year tenure.
The Vision Renews: STEM and a New Beginning
Landmark College's 4th president, Dr. Peter A. Eden, led the College in pursuing its mission in new degree programs and a renewed focus on the fields of science and technology.