Workshop: 'Understanding Neurodivergence in Higher Education', Sept. 16

UA Disability Support Services will present the "All Access" neurodiversity workshop series this fall. The first workshop, "Understanding Neurodivergence in Higher Education", will be held on Sept. 16. This session is designed for University of Alaska faculty and staff across roles and campuses. All are welcome.

Participants in this 90-minute interactive workshop will have the opportunity to share experiences, ask questions and learn to better understand and communicate with neurodivergent people. We will identify current practices you are already using and answer questions you have coming into the workshop, as well as those that arise throughout. We will explore neurodivergence as a culture, including communication tools for culturally responsive interactions. Participants will be better able to recognize and respond to communication patterns and needs of neurodivergent people, along with common barriers experienced by this population, and will come away with tools to apply best practices in their daily lives. Resources for future learning will also be shared.

Before the session: You will be invited to complete a pre-session survey when you receive your confirmation email.

Event location - Zoom
Event date - Sept. 16, 2026
Event start time - 2 p.m.

Online registration