Center for Disabilities Studies

CDS associate director to students with intellectual disabilities, families: college is an option Audience members at the Williams Syndrome Association national conference learned how UD’s Career and Life Studies Certificate prepares transition-age students for adulthood.

New law creates tuition assistance for students with intellectual disabilities in college programs Gov. John Carney today ensured that students with intellectual disabilities will gain greater access to postsecondary education by signing into law a bill creating the Delaware Advance Scholarship Program. It defrays tuition costs for college programs that enable students to hone the skills they need for a successful transition to adult life. 

Education strategy uses accommodations to create flexible learning environment for all students Universal Design for Learning encourages educators to proactively identify and eliminate barriers students may face.

Disability community leaders celebrate grassroots activism, call for continued vigilance Disability advocates from across the country gather in Washington, D.C. to review public policy and lobby their lawmakers.

People with disabilities and UD student volunteers bond at inclusive art festival The pairings created paintings and sculptures with accessible tools at the 11th Artfest event hosted by CDS and Art Therapy Express.