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Faculty Cadre Member Jen Moon Appointed Vice Provost
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Faculty Cadre Member Jen Moon Appointed Vice Provost

Faculty Cadre Member Jen Moon Appointed Vice Provost

Dr. Jen Moon has a new senior leadership position in recognition of her visionary teaching.
September 20, 2024 Read More
Student Fellows Open to UT Austin Undergrads; Apply by Sept. 30
Student Fellows Open to UT Austin Undergrads; Apply by Sept. 30

Student Fellows Open to UT Austin Undergrads; Apply by Sept. 30

Applications are now open for two Student Fellows.
September 4, 2024 Read More
Year One Review: From Center Launch to Research Breakthroughs
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Year One Review: From Center Launch to Research Breakthroughs

Year One Review: From Center Launch to Research Breakthroughs

A look back at the first year of accomplishments and impact (and exciting plans for Year Two).
August 22, 2024 Read More

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Student Fellow Spotlight: Lily Alvarez
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Student Fellow Spotlight: Lily Alvarez

Student Fellow Spotlight: Lily Alvarez

Lily Alvarez: Championing Disability Research and Advocacy
August 15, 2024 Read More
Vote to Put Disability Research on Stage at SXSW EDU
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Vote to Put Disability Research on Stage at SXSW EDU

Vote to Put Disability Research on Stage at SXSW EDU

Our Student Fellows can be in the SXSW spotlight — with your help. Vote for their panel by August 18!
August 8, 2024 Read More
Accessible Assessments of Disabled Students is Focus of Cawthon-Moderated Panel
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Accessible Assessments of Disabled Students is Focus of Cawthon-Moderated Panel

Accessible Assessments of Disabled Students is Focus of Cawthon-Moderated Panel

Executive Director Dr. Stephanie Cawthon will moderate a panel at 2024 NCSA on ASL as a test accommodation.
June 7, 2024 Read More
Team Spotlight: Ryan Mata, Doctoral Research Affiliate
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Team Spotlight: Ryan Mata, Doctoral Research Affiliate

Team Spotlight: Ryan Mata, Doctoral Research Affiliate

Meet Ryan Mata, Doctoral Research Affiliate.
May 29, 2024 Read More
Townhalls Debuted in April; Reducing Ableism is Top Issue
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Townhalls Debuted in April; Reducing Ableism is Top Issue

Townhalls Debuted in April; Reducing Ableism is Top Issue

Townhalls launched in April with stakeholder surveys, a panel discussion, and a dive into early disability research findings.
May 23, 2024 Read More
Team Accolades: Spring 2024
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Team Accolades: Spring 2024

Team Accolades: Spring 2024

A celebration of the impact and accomplishment of our Student Fellows, Faculty Cadre, and Leadership Team.
May 16, 2024 Read More
Cawthon Presents Disability Research at Children’s Hospital Colorado
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Cawthon Presents Disability Research at Children’s Hospital Colorado

Cawthon Presents Disability Research at Children’s Hospital Colorado

Dr. Cawthon will present at Children's Hospital on disability research and student-centered approach.
May 13, 2024 Read More
Meet Our New Digital Marketing Manager, Mytra Berry
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Meet Our New Digital Marketing Manager, Mytra Berry

Meet Our New Digital Marketing Manager, Mytra Berry

Mytra, a Houston, Texas native, joins us with extensive experience in marketing, strategic planning, and user engagement.
May 8, 2024 Read More
Collaborative Development of a Logic Model [Guest Post]
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Collaborative Development of a Logic Model [Guest Post]

Collaborative Development of a Logic Model [Guest Post]

A logic model was developed to track progress and ensure everyone understands the project's goals and how their work contributes to its success.
April 17, 2024 Read More

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