Webcast Details

Transitioning to college introduces a host of new procedures and support structures, especially for students with disabilities. This presentation is designed to empower students and their families to understand the significant differences between high school and college and navigate the path to success.

We provide practical preparation tips and expert insights to build confidence in exploring college options.

Key Takeaways:

• Understand the Differences: Clarify the shift in disability support models from high school to higher education.
• Decode College Jargon: Learn key vocabulary and understand campus resources.
• Get Expert Advice: Hear directly from college students with disabilities and professional staff.
• Build Your Plan: Gain the knowledge necessary to confidently choose a school and create a personalized success strategy.

Presenters:

Chloe Sutterfield is a JMU graduate student studying communications and advocacy.She is also a musician, public speaker/advocate, actress, writer/published author, and she plays lots of adaptive sports. She is also the owner of Bug of All Trades, which is a consulting company. 

Jan Shea has been with the Center on Transition Innovations for a little over a decade. Currently, she serves as the Program Coordinator at VCU's ACE-IT in College program, where we support students with intellectual disability accessing college. In her spare time, she wears many hats: wife, mom, friend, advocate, and doctoral student – essentially, a professional plate-spinner.