“I’ve learned in U.S. History that it’s okay to be loud and passionate with one’s knowledge and beliefs. I’ve learned in literature that I love writing poetry without worrying about how it will be received. I’ve learned in Art History to spend as much time looking at something as you need, and that what is meaningful to us can also be meaningful to others. In Philosophy there are many ways of seeing the world and that learning new ways can be enjoyable. In Critical Thinking and Writing that challenge is necessary but also exciting... What I’ve learned from Odyssey is that for me, personally, there’s joy in being a messy work in progress while in community, and not distant and searching for perfection apart from others.” —Kenneth, Odyssey alumnus

In a recent interview, Odyssey alumna Aiesha West shared her story of finding community and a renewed commitment to education. 

Last academic year, local news station WCIA featured the Odyssey Project in two stories. The first focused on a remarkable Odyssey student, Nico, who spoke about her journey from homelessness to a new job, Odyssey classes, and maintaining an active presence in the community.

WCIA followed up in May to witness Nico's graduation alongside her talented cohort of Odyssey classmates.