Revitalizing Higher Education: Strategies for Accommodating Students With Hidden Disabilities

• In Event: AERA Roundtable Session Wednesday 10:50 am Four Seasons Ballroom 2-3
  In Roundtable Session: Supporting Equitable Postsecondary Experiences (Table 11)

Abstract

This study addresses the need for policy change based on best practices in higher education for students with disabilities. The implementation of federal policies must be reviewed to increase retention and student success for these students. This research analysis identifies barriers and best practices that impact these students. This research analyzes federal policies and best practices to identify gaps and create best practices. By investigating the question, how do universities align, implement, and communicate their disability policies based on federal policy and best practices for hidden disability student populations? this study sought to compare R1 university policies in search of best practices that can be translated to a model disability policy that exceeds students’ needs in post-secondary education.

Authors

• Allison Comeaux, University of Louisiana at Lafayette

• Amanda S. Mayeaux, University of Louisiana at Lafayette