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Teen Diary: Ricky

Producer Joe Richman's series of audio diaries from teenagers around the country continues. This month's entry is from 14-year old Ricky Sherman of Buffalo Grove, Illinois. Ricky's dad says God is make believe; his mom is an agnostic. But Ricky thinks the possibility of God is an appealing one. (12:30) CUTAWAY 1C 0:59 1D 6. LANDMARK COLLEGE -- Tatiana Schreiber (tah-CHAH-na SHRY-bur) reports on the only accredited college in the U.S. exclusively serving students with learning disabilities. She attends a recent graduation ceremony to talk with students and teachers.

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