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Project

Think College Inclusive Higher Education Network

Center:

MA-Institute for Community Inclusion/Boston Children's Hospital, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2024

Contact Information:

Meg Grigal
[email protected]
617-287-4300

Project Description:

The Think College Inclusive Higher Education Network is a national technical assistance and dissemination center, funded by the US Department of Education, Office of Postsecondary Education in October, 2021. In collaboration with the Think College National Coordinating Center, The Network disseminates research and best practices related to improving inclusive postsecondary education for students with intellectual disability, helps colleges and universities develop and expand postsecondary education programs; promotes positive academic, social, independent living, and self-advocacy outcomes for students with ID; and supports faculty, campus service providers, and families to meet the needs of students with ID.

Keyword(s):

Intellectual disability, college, postsecondary ed, inclusive higher ed

Core Function(s):

Developing & Disseminating Information

Area of Emphasis

Education & Early Intervention, Employment-Related Activities, Other

Target Audience:

Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees), Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Adults with Disabilities, Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN, Legislators/Policy Makers, General Public

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Specific Groups

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

National

Funding Source:

Federal

COVID-19 Related Data:

N/A

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