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Center Research Returns to the National Stage at ASHE 2025

Researchers from the National Disability Center will present new work at the Association for the Study of Higher Education (ASHE) Annual Conference in Denver this November. Their studies explore accessibility and the lived experiences of disabled students in higher education.

Mytra BerryOctober 13, 2025

Building an Accessibility Mindset: Dr Stephanie Cawthon’s Keynote at Ohio State

Dr. Stephanie Cawthon’s keynote at the Ohio State University highlighted the importance of an “Accessibility Mindset”, urging campuses to move beyond compliance and towards building systems that prioritize student success at every level.

Mytra BerryOctober 8, 2025

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Fall’25 Townhall: Faculty Accessibility Measure

At the Fall 2025 Townhall, the National Disability Center released preliminary results from the Faculty Accessibility Measure and hosted a panel who explored faculty confidence, institutional support, and the impact of lived experience on accessibility.

Mytra BerrySeptember 26, 2025

Research Assistant Spotlight: Dalton Kendrick

Meet Dalton Kendrick, whose passion lies in advocating accessibility in the transition to higher education and building systems that help disabled students thrive.

Mytra BerrySeptember 24, 2025

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Year Two Review: From Expanding Research to Building Community

The National Disability Center’s second year marked major research milestones, national partnerships, and expanded outreach, all focused on understanding and improving the experiences of disabled college students.

Mytra BerrySeptember 17, 2025

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Back to School Tips for College Students with Disabilities

The start of a semester is a chance to set strong foundations. From self-advocacy to energy management, small strategies can make a big difference in staying motivated and feeling supported. These student-tested tips highlight practical ways to balance academics and well-being.

Mytra BerryAugust 22, 2025

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Syllabus and Accessibility Tips for Faculty

Back-to-school planning is a key opportunity to ensure your syllabus supports all learners. This blog shares accessible, flexible strategies that faculty can use to design more inclusive classrooms.

Mytra BerryAugust 22, 2025

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Human Development Institute at Kentucky: Model for Disability Inclusion

Johnny Collett of the Human Development Institute outlines Kentucky’s innovative steps to embed disability inclusion into education, employment, and statewide policy.

Mytra BerryJuly 15, 2025

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No Research About Us Without Us

Disabled students and faculty at Binghamton University led a research project examining how campus environments support disabled college students.

Mytra BerryJune 6, 2025

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Meet Social Media Coordinator Preksha Pankaj Welankiwar

The National Disability Center welcomes Preksha Welankiwar to the Communications Team. As the Social Media Coordinator, she brings a creative, data-driven approach to digital storytelling and platform engagement.

Mytra BerryMay 23, 2025

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