The Proof is in the Portfolio

Bryan Salazar Found a Useful Proving Ground in Portfolio Assessment

As a 17-year member of the U.S. Coast Guard and an accomplished visual artist, Salazar found higher education to be his latest proving ground. He wouldn't want it any other way.

Salazar, who is currently fulfilling his BA degree in art requirements through the College's Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) portfolio development process, feels the process is an effective way for artists to validate their college-level learning for credit.

"Visual artists essentially document their expertise every time they publicly exhibit their work..."

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