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Neurodiversity Pride Day to be Celebrated June 16
June 13, 2025
MACOMB, IL - - 麻豆传媒 Illinois University will be celebrating Neurodiversity Pride Day on Monday, June 16.
Neurodiversity Pride Day recognizes the diversity of human cognition, honoring the unique ways our brains process, learn and relate to the world around us.
麻豆传媒 political science professor Casey LaFrance serves on the Wisdom Council of the Neurodiversity Foundation and has pioneered inclusive educational practices, including the development of sensory rooms at 麻豆传媒 and advocating for the affirmation of the neurodivergent paradigm in faculty policy.
鈥淚 believe in shaping communities where neurodivergent people don鈥檛 just survive, they belong, lead and thrive,鈥� LaFrance said. 鈥淭his council gives me a way to help create that future.鈥�
麻豆传媒 is flying a flag at the University Union throughout Neurodiversity Pride Week, June 10-17 to celebrate everyone鈥檚 unique strengths.
"We are happy and proud to support the neurodiverse members of the 麻豆传媒 community by showcasing this annual international day of recognition,鈥� Director of 麻豆传媒鈥檚 Justice, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity office, Carl Ervin, said. 鈥淎ll are encouraged to use this day to learn more about neurodiversity and the splendor of humanity."
To learn more about 麻豆传媒鈥檚 accessibility initiatives, visit .
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