Willowbrook on Staten Island in Richmond County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Isolation to Inclusion
Willowbrook Mile
In 1993, the College of Staten Island/CUNY (CSI) moved onto 204 acres of the former Willowbrook State School site. A comprehensive college in The City University system, CSI offers programs from pre-college through the doctoral level, including training professionals in the fields that address the needs of persons with disabilities. In recognition of the Willowbrook legacy, it also has programs that serve students of differing abilities, including the Melissa Riggio Higher Education program, which offers college experience to persons with varying disabilities. CSI's presence and mission demonstrate the powerful transformation of educational opportunity at the Willowbrook site from institutionalization and isolation to integration into society. Having emerged from a painful period of stifled growth, this site now continually strives to offer hope and opportunities for an enriched life for all.
Erected 2022 by College of Staten Island, City University of New York. (Marker Number 5.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Education. In addition, it is included in the New York, Staten Island, Willowbrook Mile series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1993.
Location. 40° 36.059′
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Exposing Conditions at Willowbrook (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Consent Judgment (about 600 feet away); A Promise Fulfilled (about 600 feet away); Halloran Hospital (approx. 0.2 miles away); Willowbrook Archives (approx. 0.2 miles away); Connelly Center (approx. 0.2 miles away); Baby Unit (approx. ¼ mile away); Building 19 (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Staten Island.
Regarding Isolation to Inclusion. The grounds of the notorious Willowbrook State School are now home to the College of Staten Island campus of CUNY.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 11, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 9, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 64 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 9, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
