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Hispanic Heritage: Luminaries with Disabilities
It's not just Frida Kahlo who has changed the world
September 15th marks the beginning of National Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrating those whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.  September 15, 16...
September 16, 2021 · 3:12 PM
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Welcome Back Retrievers of All Abilities!
In-person and online, we are stronger together
Welcome Back Retrievers!  Accessibility and Disability Services (ADS) and Student Disability Services (SDS) are operating both in-person and virtually for support.  Masks are required in our...
September 2, 2021 · 6:43 AM
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Transitioning to college from high school and home
Freshman is ready to go solo. Mom/parent not so much.
Transitioning to college from high school is a big shift, for students and parents.  Anna Sales speaks with Miguel Llapa, a rising college freshman with a disability. "As I got older, I started to...
August 11, 2021 · 12:22 PM
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The Americans with Disabilities Act at 31
Accessibility and Disability Inclusion Matter
The anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities reminds us, as a campus, to  celebrate all persons with visible and invisible disabilities, and remain committed to their equitable inclusion....
August 3, 2021 · 9:08 AM
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PTSD Awareness in June
June is also Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Month - take a moment to learn more about it here from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI).   June 27th is National PTSD Day - it...
June 29, 2021 · 11:01 AM
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Celebrating National LGBTQ+ Pride with Disability Awareness
~5 million disabled people under the LGBTQ+ umbrella
June marks National LGBTQ+ Pride Month and offers the nation the opportunity to reflect on the incredible contributions of the LGBTQ+ community. Our nation is at its best when it welcomes,...
June 4, 2021 · 12:19 PM
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Global Accessibility Awareness Day
Because every user deserves a first-rate digital experience
May 20, 2021 marks the tenth anniversary of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). This annual event is designed to engage people around the world in talking, thinking and learning about...
May 20, 2021 · 12:58 PM
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Mental Health Awareness Month: You Are Not Alone
Self-Care, Dignity, Inclusion, and Resources
Each year, millions of people navigate the lived experience of mental illness.  UMBC's Office of Accessibility and Disability Services joins the movement  with its many departmental...
May 6, 2021 · 2:31 PM
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Welcome Retrievers of All Abilities from ADS and SDS
Happy College Signing Day, especially for new students
Welcome new Retrievers from Accessibility & Disability Services and Student Disability Services.  We look forward to meeting you - and working with new students with disabilities! Our...
May 1, 2021 · 1:04 PM
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Managing Vaccines, Change and Mental Health
Mental Health in the Community + UMBC Resources
With vaccines now widely available to new and UMBC community members,  and Fall 2021 planning and recent announcements  - these positive changes inspire questions and concerns. Many of the...
April 22, 2021 · 3:24 PM
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