Both publications highlighted the school’s notable industry alumni, including Disney CEO Bob Iger ’73, actor David Boreanaz ’93, and TV writer and producer Liz Tigelaar ’98.
The Hollywood Reporter pointed out Park’s “emphasis on independent production,” empowering young filmmakers like alumnus Philip Thompson ’21, recently named one of Filmmaker Magazine’s “new faces of independent film.”
The Hollywood Reporter also praised Park’s Special Opportunities for Students fund that helps students present their works at film festivals and connects them to other opportunities
TheWrap cited the Park’s diverse array of course offerings that affords students the opportunities to major or minor in different types of film, as well as the millions of dollars of film equipment available for them to use.
TheWrap also emphasized Park’s Ithaca College Los Angeles Program, an internship that provides junior and senior communications students the opportunity to gain professional experience in their chosen fields while taking industry-related courses at the James B. Pendleton Center, located minutes from Burbank and Hollywood.
TheWrap acknowledged the IC’s financial commitment to students as well: A full 100% of Ithaca College students receive some form of financial aid.