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BINGHAMTON, NY -- The following information was released by Binghamton University (SUNY): In the pursuit of academic excellence, Binghamton University recognizes the importance of fostering a supportive campus environment for [...]

Byline: Matthew Reed On Tuesday, April 2, ETSU students gathered online to have an open discussion about disability. The meeting was led by students and offered students a better understanding [...]

Grand Valley State University's Recreation and Wellness program offers several adaptive intramural sports programs where disabled students can enjoy team sports by playing various adaptive versions. The programs are open [...]

Many students struggle to get through college while dealing with mental health issues that may hinder their academic performance or quality of life. By applying for disability accommodations through the [...]

Kent State University Counseling and Psychological Services administers between 10 and 15 tests for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder each year, and while many students inquire about ADHD testing, going straight [...]

Byline: Olivia Emerson Student organizations like the Residence Hall Association and GW Reproductive Autonomy and Gender Equity distributed sexual wellness kits in Kogan Plaza Thursday that included free condoms, pregnancy [...]

Byline: Samantha Moilanen DePaul's Office of Health Promotion and Wellness hosted their first panel in a month-long series raising awareness for victims of sexual assault who are often overlooked for [...]

Byline: Katie Langley A group of current and former Quinnipiac University physician assistant students and their families published a letter May 13, urging the Department of Justice to investigate discrimination [...]

In Tennessee, where the governor allows families to ignore school mask mandates, some parents are making excruciating calculations each morning about whether to send their children to school. FRANKLIN, Tenn. [...]

Byline: Samantha Moilanen DePaul's Office of Health Promotion and Wellness hosted their first panel in a month-long series raising awareness for victims of sexual assault who are often overlooked for [...]

Last Monday, the Rare Disease Day Panel hosted by the Disability Activism Student Organization featured three undergraduate students with rare medical conditions. The panel consisted of freshmen Kate Ketelhohn and [...]

The Connors Family Learning Center at Boston College must clarify the requirements to receive learning accommodations and provide resources to help students through the process. There must also be greater [...]

Byline: Rylan Dawson Introduced in October, the seven-year project of the Student Health and Wellness building is drastically larger than its predecessor, the Elson Student Health Center. The new Student [...]

Dan Icaza (daicaza@ursinus.edu) The introduction of therapy support dogs has Wellness and Disability services excited for the future of the Ursinus community. With the help of Danielle Wagner, a staff [...]

WASHINGTON, DC -- The following information was released by the Administration for Community Living (ACL): ACL is announcing a number of new grants to University Centers for Excellence in Developmental [...]

Byline: Christopher Ying The Health Opportunity Fund, or HOF, will cover $350 in medical costs for eligible students this academic year. According to University Health Services, or UHS, spokesperson Tami [...]

Byline: Shannon Stocking Ann Arbor Public Schools' virtual learning disproportionately affects students with disabilities Tuesday, February 23, 2021 - 9:01pm . Buy this photo Tess Crowley/Daily Shannon Stocking Daily Staff [...]

Charlottesville, VA -- The following information was released by the University of Virginia: Every student's experience of the University of Virginia is unique. For some, accessibility and inclusion are key [...]

ST. LOUIS, MO -- The following information was released by the Washington University School of Medicine: Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have received a two-year [...]

Byline: Julia Shanahan I was diagnosed with bipolar II disorder a little over a year ago, just a month before the most important academic and professional year of my life. [...]

Byline: Sarah Brill By Sarah Brill, Science and Technology Editor There has been a debate recently as to whether or not elementary, middle and high schoolers should return to the [...]

Byline: Tara Lonsdorf and Emily Kopchick - Image from pixabay Hi - we are two high-achieving Rowan students who are active in clubs, participate in research and have plans for [...]

Byline: Elizabeth 'Betsy' Kim Years of advocacy by the Stanford disability community culminated in the unveiling of the Interim Disability Community Center on Feb. 29. After years of asking the [...]

Byline: Susanna Fravell Whenever people hear the word 'diversity' they typically think of race, gender, sexual orientation, or religion, however, disabilities are also considered part of diversity. A recent study [...]

Byline: Brigitte Lossing I am writing in response to the Oct. 22 story published in The Daily Californian, 'Shutdown of Recreational Sports Facility's No Limits program leaves disabled students with [...]

content'> Campus Wellness Accommodations for Mental Health Related Issues Students with varying disabilities or diagnoses may be eligible for accommodations through CSU's Center for Accommodations and Access. Paige Adams, Reporter|October [...]

Since 2015, the University of Minnesota has invested significantly on behalf of students with mental health issues and related stigma. It has held multiple convocations on the issue and significantly [...]

Byline: Megan Cardona Johnathan Johnson, assistant vice president for Student Affairs, stands on the indoor track July 2 at the Maverick Activities Center. Johnson started his new position on June [...]

Byline: Rosemary Montalvo The number of students with autism pursuing post-secondary education is increasing. He sits at his desk waiting for his 2 p.m. English 1A support class to begin. [...]

Byline: Rocio Hernandez Jonathan Johnson, assistant vice president for Health And Wellness candidate, gives a presentation at the Open Forum Q&A on March 22 in the University Center. Johnson is [...]

Charlottesville, VA -- The following information was released by the University of Virginia: Jane Kelly The University of Virginia's planned new student health center will be a cutting-edge facility that [...]

Byline: Christina Bedard After finding out that he failed six of his classes last April, Didier Chelin, a blind student from the McGill Faculty of Law, decided to file a [...]

Byline: Nik Popli The University Board of Visitors' Buildings and Grounds Committee met in the Rotunda Wednesday to approve the schematic designs for the Student Health and Wellness Center, along [...]

By Karen Liu, News Editor September 6, 2018 Filed under Around Campus, Campus Life, News, Showcase, Top Stories Every morning, as the sun hits his eyes, Aaron Brannen is ready [...]

A new Student Affairs assistant vice president position has been created to oversee health and wellness on campus. The first of two candidates, Libby Skiles, presented her platform Monday. The [...]

Byline: Molly McLendon For students on campus who have any kind of disability, Texas Tech offers various services. Heidi Brady is the co -director of the Therapeutic Riding Center. 'In [...]

Health and safety issues in Georgetown University student housing go unaddressed by the Office of Planning and Facilities Management for far too long. To address the deplorable conditions of its [...]

Hunter Searle is a BYU student who was diagnosed with bipolar disorder after returning home early from his LDS mission. After learning how to manage his own mental health, he [...]

Byline: Anita Sahgal By Dr. Anita Sahgal, director of the Wellness Center and Student Disability Services Editor's note: This letter is in response to an article that ran in The [...]

Officials hosted a groundbreaking ceremony to announce state-of-the-art facility for students and adults with autism CHICAGO, Sept. 27, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Easterseals publicly kicked off Building a Healthier Tomorrow, a [...]

Byline: Samantha Moffett The U.S. school system needs to prioritize the mental health needs of its students, or children with psychological disorders will continue to fall through the cracks. There [...]

CHICAGO, Jun 06, 2017 (Xinhua via COMTEX) -- At least 60 adults and children were sickened after attending a disabled children's event in the U.S. state of Wisconsin, local media [...]

EAST LANSING, Mich -- The following information was released by Michigan State University: College women with mental health or behavioral disabilities are experiencing sexual violence and intimate partner violence that [...]

TRENTON, NJ -- The following information was released by the office of the Governor of New Jersey: Continuing her commitment to autism awareness and empowerment, First Lady Mary Pat Christie [...]

Byline: Hannah Kloppenburg Student encounters difficulty seeking CSAS accommodations 15 November 2016 TU student Kaitlyn Counter says she has negotiated with the Center for Student Academic Support for months in [...]

During October, which is designated as National Dyslexia Month, Texas Tech sets aside a week to celebrate what is called Disability Awareness Week. It is hosted by Student Disability Services. [...]

Byline: Mackenzie Cummings Last week, the Associated Students of Pomona College created a new position for the 2016-2017 school year: Director of Disability and Mental Health Advocacy. Samantha Borje PO [...]

Is Adderall a harmless study drug, a useful tool for students with learning disabilities or something much worse? Senior staff columnist Madison Hopkins and staff columnist Kelly Gardner debated the [...]