The purpose of this study was to explore the perceptions and experiences of peer mentors who served in a mentor role for students with intellectual disabilities in a university-level educational...Read more
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Amy Dwyre discusses how job developers can take advantage of the college setting in their job development efforts....Read more
This Think College Transition Student Profile features Pete, a student at Bristol Community College, and how the decision not to attend the traditional transition program offered through his high...Read more
Looking for a job can sometimes feel overwhelming and frustrating. There are some key strategies that can make the process easier and get you a job offer faster. Research has shown that careful...Read more
Think College Insight Brief #18 describes a project that sought to find effective and low-cost ways to improve secondary and postsecondary professionals’ job development skills....Read more
This video shows you the ways that mentors and coaches help students manage their coursework, activities, and other activities students do on campus. Watch the video above or follow the...Read more
Access to paid employment while in college for students with ID is critical to preparing students to enter careers upon graduation. Inclusive college program staff play a vital role in students...Read more
College programs for students with intellectual disability frequently engage peer mentors to promote students' social connections on campus. The qualitative study discussed in this article was...Read more
In 2013, California enacted an Employment First policy that prioritized competitive integrated employment as the first option and preferred outcome for adults with developmental disabilities....Read more
Guide created by Dr. Missy Jones of Northern Kentucky University that is used at that university to train peer mentors. Includes information about getting started, and responsibilities of mentors...Read more