UNC GOAL

UNC GOAL is a pilot project at the University of Northern Colorado providing students with intellectual/developmental disabilities a supportive college experience. UNC supports students in an environment that helps them grow personally and professionally by attending classes and living with their peers in campus residence halls. Our program provides academic enrichment to support the student’s career and independence goals. Students enrolling in UNC GOAL will audit at least two, three credit academic courses each semester. Additionally, they will take a UNC GOAL course to build skills in academic, social, independent living, and career domains.
We offer opportunities to socialize and participate in recreation opportunities to enhance independent living. We also focus on building self-determination and self-advocacy skills through student directed person-centered planning. All students seek on-campus integrated work experiences as well as off-campus internships while at UNC. Student live in the residence halls with their peers as roommates and supported, as needed, by a Residence Life Mentor. Students are encouraged to participate in clubs, organizations and other social activities alongside their classmates. Upon completion of the UNC GOAL students will participate in graduation ceremonies and receive a “Credential of Completion.”