Join us for a helpful webinar about empowering college students with intellectual disability. It’s important for educators, family members, and advocates to support students in making their own choices and becoming more independent. Allowing students to take reasonable risks—like trying new things or facing challenges—can help them grow and fully enjoy their college experience. We will also discuss how to ensure that students with disabilities are included in all aspects of campus life. This part of the session will provide practical tips for educators and families on how to help students get more involved in campus activities. During this session, we will cover practical strategies to:
• Promote Self-Determination: Learn how to support students in solving problems and making decisions in their daily lives on campus.
• Encourage Independence: Discover ways to help students develop skills for living on their own, participating in classes, and joining social activities.
• Support Active Campus Involvement: Find out how to motivate students to join clubs, organizations, and events.

Real-Life Examples:
• Hear stories from students who took reasonable risks and became more independent as active members of their campus.
• Learn about strategies used by staff to encourage students’ independence, such as attending classes on their own, using public transportation, and managing their time between classes.

For more information, contact Sheila at sheila.johnson@umb.edu or visit ThinkCollege.Net