Upcoming Projects of the Neurodiversity Initiative
These are the Projects that the Neurodiversity Initiative are currently working on around Campus
Neurodiversity Professional Development: Aims to design and implement a training program for faculty and staff about inclusive pedagogy and how to adjust curriculum for neurodivergent students. This program will empower participants with the necessary skills, knowledge, and awareness to create learning and working environments that support the success of neurodiverse students.
Neurodiversity Employer Professional Development: Is designed to enable companies and businesses to enhance their workforce by integrating neurodiversity support into their hiring, onboarding, and employee management processes. By aligning with inclusive hiring practices, improving employee retention, and fostering a positive workplace culture, this professional development addresses both business needs and the unique strengths of neurodiverse employees. The result is a more dynamic, innovative, and high-performing team.
Topics Include:
- What is Neurodiversity?
- Strength Based Approach
- Universal Design
- Neurodiversity at Work & Spaces
Student Coaching: The Student Coach helps to work on the College’s belonging initiative, with a particular focus on Neurodiversity. This position provides aid to enhance the experience of Neurodivergent students in the COE (College of Engineering). The program focuses on developing students’ adaptive capabilities in all settings of life, enhancing their sense of belonging on campus, and fostering an inclusive environment.
Neurodiversity Co-op Development: Encouraging and guiding neurodiverse students through the process of experiential learning and how to succeed within co-op programming. The Initiative connects with existing corporate neurodiversity hiring programs in order to broaden their concepts of belonging. The Initiative works with employer partners to develop Neuro-affirming practices.
Pathfinders: The Neurodiversity Initiative’s student group is called “Pathfinders” The Initiative wants to build a community of students to keep their voices prominent within our mission. We offer many student events throughout the semester to engage, encourage fun, and creating a safe place for students.