In this episode of We’re Not Stumped, host Mike Bolland welcomes Dr. Stephanie W. Cawthon, a disabled author, speaker, and researcher, to discuss her groundbreaking new book, Disability as Human. As a professor at the University of Texas at Austin and the founder of the National Disability Center for Student Success, Stephanie wears many professional “hats” in her mission to advance accessibility and disability inclusion.
Beyond individual experiences, Stephanie and Mike explore the importance of systems-level work in accessibility. Stephanie highlights the need for proactive and sustainable solutions that bring disabled students into the heart of decision-making. She also delves into the challenges and rewards of driving meaningful, large-scale change.
Join us for an insightful discussion that redefines how we view disability and inclusion in education and beyond!
Links:
Dr. Stephanie W. Cawthon, PhD website: https://stephaniecawthon.com/
Disability Is Human: The Vital Power of Accessibility in Everyday Life: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1954233299?ref=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_XTM4YH10Y3CJTZ2KQ2VX
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In this episode of "We're Not Stumped," host Mike Bolland sits down with the members of The Resilient, a band composed of talented musicians who have turned their personal challenges into powerful music. The Resilient is an American rock band primarily composed of severely wounded U.S. combat veterans, whose focus is writing and performing music that reflects the inspirations and hardships they've experienced in both their civilian lives and military careers.
In this powerful episode of "We're Not Stumped," hosted by Mike Bolland, we share three remarkable stories of resilience, determination, and triumph. Join us as we explore: The story of a man who lost both legs but continues to inspire others, woman born without arms now driving and Atlantic City police officer with limb loss threw out the first pitch at a Phillies game.
Join us for an inspiring episode of "We're Not Stumped," hosted by Mike Bolland, as we welcome two incredible guests: Dan Moses, a bilateral below-knee amputee, and Rachael Simukonda, a left below-knee amputee. In this episode, we dive into the importance of peer support and adaptive living for the disabled community. Dan and Rachael share their personal experiences and discuss how these initiatives are making a real difference in the lives of amputees and others with disabilities.
