PM Session: A student’s ability to integrate themselves into their postsecondary community and find a sense of belonging can often be difficult; this can be particularly challenging for neurodivergent students. Neurodivergent students may struggle to navigate social interactions with their peers and/or mentors and to form and maintain meaningful relationships on campus, impacting their postsecondary experience. This session will look at how Accessibility Services can support in providing spaces for these students to build community, engage in peer led discussions that address the needs of those in the school community, and to support in the removal of barriers in these environments through accommodations.
Room J125
PM Breakout Session: 12:45 – 1:55pm
Presenters:
Brittany van Beilen is an Accessibility Advisor on the Neurological Team at University of Toronto, St. George Campus. With a background in Behavioural Science, Disability Studies and Education she has over 15 years of experience supporting diverse student and client populations. She is committed to providing ongoing student-centered support to both undergraduate and graduate students registered with Accessibility Services.
Sabrina Paglia is an Accessibility Advisor on the Neurological Team at the University of Toronto (St. George Campus). She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Waterloo in Psychology and Sexuality, Marriage, and Family Studies and went on to Western University for her graduate studies in Education. Sabrina has supported adults, adolescents, and children with a range of neurodevelopmental and mental health concerns for almost a decade. In her current work, she provides ongoing support to students with complex academic, social, and/or behavioral needs across undergraduate and graduate studies.