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Community Life

The small size of Castle Rock groups makes attention to issues of community and group dynamics central to life at the Institute. Students share a great deal of common experience-- eating meals, taking classes, going on outdoor trips, studying and preparing for class, just hanging out. Consequently, it is important that everyone choose to act responsibly, make decisions that benefit the group as a whole, and be honest in their interactions with others.

Building a sense of community, and realizing the kind of positive relationships this entails-- the friendship, support, encouragement and trust --helps improve every other aspect of life at Castle Rock.


Life at CRI
A semester at the Castle Rock Institute is often described as an intense personal, intellectual, and physical experience. It demands a great deal from students, but promises significant rewards as well. It proves to be a form of fully engaged college education. Read more...


A Typical Day
A typical day at the Castle Rock Institute blends discussion-class learning, group meals, opportunities for experiencing the outdoors, and free time for individual study and hanging out. Read more...


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