Jun. 25, 2021
We have been focused on preparing for fall and the arrival and return of new students, staff and faculty. We will be providing orientation and training opportunities around DEI as we arrive on campus. Send us an email if you have any needs or suggestions relative to diversity, equity and inclusion education and training opportunities and the return to campus.
Crip Camp is an award winning documentary about Camp Jened, a camp for individuals with disabilities in the early 1970s. A World Health Organization report noted that one in seven people worldwide have a disability. A recent global report from WHO and this CDC infographic note that 26% of adults living in the United States have some kind of disability. The film follows the story of a group of individuals from different communities and economic groups who attended camp together, formed a cohort, and went on to change the future of millions of people through the disability rights movement. This documentary continues to show the power of committing to accessibility for all.
As we reflect on themes from the film, we are exploring how to dismantle barriers for disabled students, faculty and staff on campus. Following from Dr. Stephanie Cawthon’s ideas, captured in this infographic, we note six ways to get started in supporting individuals with disabilities on campus.
We must continue to build on the important achievements of the disability rights movement. We pledge to make SCS a place that empowers all individuals to have fulfilling research and educational experiences.
CMU Office of Disability Resources
Access Computing
FISA Foundation