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Dr. Andrea Pewitt from Lipscomb University and Bailey Smith from the University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical will discuss the program models form Lipscomb University’s IDEAL Program and UAPTC’s 3D Program. They will then take time to answer audience questions. You can submit questions upon registration or you can ask live. Preferential treatment will be given to questions submitted via registration.
Panelists:
Dr. Andrea Pewitt currently serves as the Program Director for IDEAL, Igniting the Dream of Education and Access at Lipscomb University in Nashville, TN. Andrea has a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a specialization in Special Education, and an Education Specialist degree in Administration and Supervision from Austin Peay State University.
Bailey M. Smith is the Director of the University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College’s 3D Program. She is a Henderson State University alumna with a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Education. She has five years of experience teaching adult learners, three of those as a part of the 3D Program. She is a participating member of the Arkansas Alliance on Inclusive Post-Secondary Education and the Southeast Post-Secondary Education Alliance. Bailey is passionate about learning and teaching, as well as providing access to inclusive postsecondary education and employment for all.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, in-person campus involvement for students with intellectual and other developmental disabilities across the nation has been greatly impacted. Now more than ever, it is important for these college students with disabilities to stay engaged socially and be provided inclusive recreational opportunities. The Higher EDucation for All pilot postsecondary program has been partnering with the STEP UP to Leadership student organization to promote engagement. Applications such as Discord and Zoom are used as a means for providing socialization and various recreational events while promoting inclusion. This presentation will review the use of these platforms including a live demonstrations.
Presenters:
Alyssa Danielle Parks, LMSW, currently serves as a Transition Specialist with the Institute for Disability Studies at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM). Danielle received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from The University of Southern Mississippi.
Scott Mullins, LMSW, currently serves as a Transition Specialist at the Institute for Disability Studies at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM). Scott grew up in Wesson, MS where he graduated from both Wesson High School and Copiah-Lincoln Community College. Scott received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Social Work from USM and graduated as a Phi Alpha Honor Society member.
Objectives
1. Participants will be able to identify the importance and benefits of inclusive social engagement and recreational activities for students with intellectual and other developmental disabilities in the postsecondary education setting.
2. Participants will learn and participate in live demonstrations of virtual platform options that may be used to provide social engagement and recreational activities.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, in-person internships and job coaching for students with intellectual and other developmental disabilities across the nation has been greatly impacted. This webinar will feature three panelist who have expertise in virtual internships and job coaching. They will each share their experiences, top advice, and resources.
Objectives:
Panelist:
Alyssa Danielle Parks, LMSW, currently serves as a Transition Specialist at the Institute for Disability Studies (IDS) at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM). Danielle received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Social Work from The University of Southern Mississippi. During her time at IDS, Danielle has served as the first two-year LEND trainee; served as a in-person and virtual trainer for the Transition of Teens to Adult Life Program; served as Mentor to the inclusive STEP UP to Leadership Council; provided technical assistance for university students with disabilities and was chosen as a 2018 AUCD Emerging Leader. In addition, as a LEND Alumni, she now serves as a Mississippi LEND Junior Faculty Advisor.
Benjamin Dell, (they/them/their) has been working with the IDEAL Program at Georgia State University as a Peer Mentor and Job Coach since 2017, and joined community provider Price Support Network as a Career Developer and Job Coach in January of 2020. They have recently received their Association of Community Rehabilitation Educators (ACRE) certification, and are excited to continue to learn and grow in this work by supporting people to find meaningful employment. Job coaching in 2020 has certainly looked different than expected, and Ben is excited to discuss the triumphs and challenges of being a virtual Job Coach.
Tami Johnson had a long career with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts which included time as a Career Path Mentor and Corporate Trainer. Additionally, she was one of the few county substitute teachers who worked exclusively in the K-12 ESE classrooms. After retiring Tammi had an opportunity to work with the Inclusive Education Services program at University of Central Florida where she focuses on students developing real world employment skills, career path choices, genuine confidence, and career readiness, resulting in productive meaningful employment.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, in-person campus involvement for students with intellectual and other developmental disabilities across the nation has been greatly impacted. Now more than ever, it is important for these college students with disabilities to stay engaged socially and be provided inclusive recreational opportunities. The Higher EDucation for All pilot postsecondary program has been partnering with the STEP UP to Leadership student organization to promote engagement. Applications such as Discord and Zoom are used as a means for providing socialization and various recreational events while promoting inclusion. This presentation will review the use of these platforms including a live demonstrations.
Presenters:
Alyssa Danielle Parks, LMSW, currently serves as a Transition Specialist with the Institute for Disability Studies at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM). Danielle received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from The University of Southern Mississippi.
Scott Mullins, LMSW, currently serves as a Transition Specialist at the Institute for Disability Studies at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM). Scott grew up in Wesson, MS where he graduated from both Wesson High School and Copiah-Lincoln Community College. Scott received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Social Work from USM and graduated as a Phi Alpha Honor Society member.
Objectives
1. Participants will be able to identify the importance and benefits of inclusive social engagement and recreational activities for students with intellectual and other developmental disabilities in the postsecondary education setting.
2. Participants will learn and participate in live demonstrations of virtual platform options that may be used to provide social engagement and recreational activities.
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