AUCD-AAIDD Trainee/Early Career Professional Partnership
About the AUCD-AAIDD Trainee/Early Career Professional Partnership
Collaboration between the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) and the Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) will strengthen the future of the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities through investments in the leadership development and careers of students and early career professionals.
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| A trainee presents her poster at a conference |
Trainees meet with staff of Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) |
Read the AUCD-AAIDD Cooperative Agreement [
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Upcoming AUCD-AAIDD Events
AIR-P Research Day at Autism CARES Meeting 2024: Translating Research to Community Impact
Monday, July 22, 20242:00pm ET - 4:30pm ET
Location: Zoom
The Autism Intervention Research Network on Physical Health (AIR-P) will be hosting its 7th semi-annual Research Day on July 22, 2024, in conjunction with the 2024 Autism CARES Meeting. This virtual event is an opportunity to highlight research related to the physical health and overall well-being of autistic individuals. The 2024 theme is "Translating Research to Community Impact" and will feature poster presentations from across the nation. This virtual event is open to all.
Past AUCD-AAIDD Events
Medicaid Education 101 for Trainees: Learn About Medicaid and Home and Community Based Services
Thursday, September 21, 20233:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Location: Webinar
AUCD hosted an educational webinar for trainees to learn about the structure and financing of the Medicaid program and Home and Community-Based Services. The speakers provided an overview of the Medicaid program and its structure and financing. The webinar also provided an overview of what is happening in Congress and the Administration regarding the Medicaid program.
AUCD-AAIDD Event at the 2008 AUCD Annual Meeting & Conference
Changing Demography of the Disability Field, the Role of Associations, and Opportunities for Students and Young Professionals
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| David Braddock, PhD conversing with Early Career Professionals |
Panelists Included:
- Joe Caldwell, PhD; Policy Analyst; AUCD
- Tammie Picklesimer, Doctoral Candidate, HI - Center on Disability Studies & AUCD Policy Fellow;
- Glenn Fujiura, PhD, IL - University of Illinois UCE;
- Bill Kiernan, PhD, MA - Institute for Community Inclusion;
- Karrie Shogren, PhD, American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities;
- Shea Obremski, KS - Kansas University Center on Developmental Disabilities;
- Tracy Mann, MA - AUCD/NCBDDD Fellow
Newsletters
- AAIDD Student and Early Career Professional Newsletter
This newsletter was created to connect and share information with students and early career professionals in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities. The newsletter highlights student research, provides a forum for students and early career professonals to ask questions and learn more about AAIDD, and shares information about ongoing activities within AAIDD.- Volume 1, Issue 5 [
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- AUCD Digest
This newsletter connects members at the UCEDDs, LENDs, and IDDRCs within AUCD's network. This includes students, trainees, and professionals. - LEND Links
LEND Links strives to feature news, events, resources, and success stories from LEND programs and trainees throughout the AUCD Network. It is an excellent resource for learning about the exciting work LENDs are doing and provides opportunities for information sharing and connecting.
Funding, Fellowship, and Employment Opportunities
- Funding Opportunities
On this page you will find funding opportunities relevant to the work of the AUCD network. - Employment Opportunities within AUCD Network
In addition to positions available at the AUCD National Office, this section includes job opportunities within the AUCD Network and at other organizations within the disability community. - AAIDD Career Center (AAIDD Membership required)
The AAIDD Career Center lists positions within the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities. - AUCD listing of Mid-Career Fellowships in the Field of Disability 2008 [,108KB]
This document provides a comprehensive list of Fellowships available in the field of Disability including: a summary, link to the website, and a list of former Fellows that are available for contact.
Annual Meetings and Membership
- AAIDD Student Membership [,2,021KB]
This document details the student membership to AAIDD. This membership will provide many opportunities to start your career in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities. - AUCD Annual Meeting
This page will provide more information about AUCD's Annual Conference. Trainees receive discounts! - AAIDD Annual Meeting
More information about AAIDD's Annual Meeting, including discounted rates for students.
Social Networks
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- Facebook Fan Page: AUCD Trainees and Early Career Professionals
Become a Fan of AUCD Trainees on Facebook and connect with other students and early career professionals in the field of Disability. Members are able to share resources, research, news, and event information - you'll get updates right in your news feed.
Resources
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Legacy of a Leader Video Series
by Dr. Peter van Dyck
Before retiring as Associate Administrator for Maternal and Child Health at the Health Resources and Services Administration on July 29, 2011, Dr. Peter van Dyck offered three gifts to the MCH Community: three videotaped presentations that we call the "Legacy of a Leader" series. In each presentation he reflects on his life and his experiences as an MCH leader.
- Getting Published and Having an Impact: Turning Rehabilitation Research Results Into Gold
