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We are so looking forward to the Inclusive College Fair at this year's ! This is a FREE community event open to anyone interested in exploring over 40 college programs for students with intellectual disability across the country. Join us Tuesday October 27 from 5:30-7:30pm at UC Davis - learn more and register at https://taishoffcenter.syr.edu/sota/college-fair/. Lawrence B. Taishoff Center for Inclusive Higher Education

🎙️ Episode 4 is here - the final episode in our 4-part collaboration with the Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education podcast!

In this episode, our directors Meg Grigal and Clare Papay join Tim Villegas to talk about the field of inclusive higher education, why seeing a college program in person can change expectations, the impact of peer relationships, how educators can help make sure college is part of the conversation for students with intellectual disabilities, and so much more. As Meg puts it: “Seeing is believing.” 👏

Listen to the episode and explore this powerful series with Think Inclusive at https://mcie.org/think-inclusive/!

? 🎓 Because we know how much college can set students up for success — and we have the data to prove it! 📊

For students with intellectual disability, college can open doors to new opportunities, skills, connections, and careers. In fact, employment outcomes for students with intellectual disability are 3 times the national average. 📈

College is more than a next step - it can be a pathway to what comes next. We're proud to celebrate today, and every day! Learn more about the impact of postsecondary education for students with intellectual disability www.thinkcollege.net.

Class is in session! 📚️ Students with intellectual disability are in the classroom at colleges across the country, and our latest Annual Report offers a closer look at how students are experiencing college coursework along with data on academic participation, credentials, employment, and other student outcomes.

These numbers are part of 15 years of data showing the growth and impact of inclusive postsecondary education! 📊 Explore the full report and dive into more academic data: https://thinkcollege.net/resource/program-evaluation-student-outcomes/annual-report-of-the-cohort-3-tpsid-model-3

Thinking about college for a young adult with intellectual disability? You’re not alone — and there are more options than ever. Our Family Resources page was created to help families get started, and it answers some of the most common questions people have when they first learn that students with intellectual disability are attending colleges and universities across the country.

Whether you're just beginning to explore or looking for your next step, these resources are designed to help you better understand what college can look like.💡 Pro tip: Families and students love exploring programs through our College Search, where you can browse inclusive college programs across the U.S.! Start exploring today at https://buff.ly/tvsaeQR and let us know what other questions you have along the way - reach out to us any time at [email protected]!

"I want everyone in the world to know that I'm capable of living by myself." 💪👏 Check out this wonderful student spotlight from our friends at the ACE-IT in College program at Virginia Commonwealth University, Tyler! Tyler gives an amazing glimpse into his life as a college student living independently in his own apartment:

Spotlight Virginians: Tyler – Independent Living Spotlight Virginians: Student Success Stories is a video series tha...

🎓 What does it actually look like to get a postsecondary education program for students with intellectual disability ready for accreditation?

Join Think College and the Inclusive Higher Education Accreditation Council for a behind-the-scenes look at the process, featuring Mary Judge-Diegert, EdD, who chairs our Accreditation Workgroup, and Martha Mock, PhD, Executive Director of IHEAC, along with panelists Julie Harmon (University of Colorado - Colorado Springs), Bill Loyd (University of Iowa), and Amy Williamson, PhD (University of Alabama) — all bringing direct experience and perspective from the accreditation process.

They'll dive in to what readiness really means, how programs can spot strengths and gaps, what kind of evidence matters, and how to start building a plan for accreditation.

If you're curious about accreditation for your program, come hear from people who know the process and leave with practical next steps.

🔗 Learn more today and register to join us at https://tcollege.me/4wPTCxD.