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Pia Gilgen
Jul 292 min read
What can a Student Do if their Approved Accommodations ARE NOT PROVIDED
IF you are having trouble with responsiveness from a professor, it would be wise to document the incident with an email to the Disability...
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Pia Gilgen
Jul 296 min read
Inclusive Higher Education
Little-known and less understood, the Office of Disability Services is an integral part of providing an inclusive learning environment...
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Mitch Blatt
Jul 276 min read
Alex Foos: Little Person, Big Impact
Quotes in this article have been edited for clarity There’s a recent Hollywood movie, The Boys In The Boat, that draws strong emotions...
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Mitch Blatt
Nov 15, 20235 min read
Making Generational Waves: disability stigma throughout my life
In the current year, people with disabilities are still striving to have the equal rights & social treatment enjoyed by able-bodied...
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Mitch Blatt
Dec 1, 20224 min read
Neurotribalism: the Controversy of Neurodiversity, and a Path Forward
In 1998, Australian sociologist Judy Singer came up with the term “neurodiversity,” a way to say that neurological differences are...
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Scott Hatley
Oct 7, 20227 min read
Hockey...on Wheels? An International, Inclusive Sport
When you hear the word "hockey," many thoughts likely come to mind. it could be positive memories of the winter Olympics or your favorite...
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Mitch Blatt
Jul 31, 20228 min read
Hood to Coast: running toward leadership
by Mitch Blatt Life can be kind of a funny teacher—we have an experience, and learn what to do or what not to do in that experience next...
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Mitch Blatt
Sep 30, 20216 min read
Playtime at Harper’s Playground
Summer is a great time for play. There are even articles by psychologists attesting to play’s mental benefits—a Psychology Today article...
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Mitch Blatt
Jan 1, 20217 min read
What Is It Like To Hear Voices?
Imagine you meet someone on the street. This person is holding a conversation with...the air, talking about their day, or maybe saying “I...
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Mitch Blatt
Dec 30, 20207 min read
The Big Questions
Like every parent, Marci Bennett wants the best for her teenage son, Hayden. Hayden has high-functioning autism, and Marci had some...
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Mitch Blatt
Dec 30, 20205 min read
This Halloween, are Social Fashion Laws in Vogue?
Recently in the US, there’s been what seems like a lot of talk about cultural appropriation, but what is it? Where did it come from? Why...
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Mitch Blatt
Dec 30, 20207 min read
The Mail that (Maybe) Never Fails...to Get People into Office
It’s 2020, and it’s just about time to vote for the next President of the United States. There are accommodations for people with vision...
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The Understanding
Aug 3, 20201 min read
Wheelchair Ramp Over International Waters
Do you like the idea of traveling abroad, but are worried about disability accommodations and accessibility?
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The Understanding
Aug 3, 20201 min read
20/20 Ambition
When employers and HR departments want to make their cultures more inclusive, motivational speakers like EMILY PURRY are called upon to help
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The Understanding
Aug 3, 20201 min read
Activate a Better Workplace
In today’s times, many employers are interested in being inclusive and hiring people from different walks of life.
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The Understanding
Apr 30, 20204 min read
Myths of Dissociative Identity Disorder
Myths and misconceptions can breed stigmas, prejudice and even discrimination.
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The Understanding
Mar 11, 20201 min read
Reach for the Stars
Whether by educating dentists about how to help people with disabilities, helping people with disabilities get jobs, providing them with ass
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