Best of Core Forum: Neurodiversity in the Academic Library

CHICAGO—Join Core for the webinar "CHICAGO—Join Core for the webinar "Best of Core Forum: Neurodiversity in the Academic Library" on June 11, 2025, at 1 p.m. CT. Neurodiversity within the librarian professional is often neglected as a subject of scholarly conversation. With higher rates of neurodivergent students approaching traditional college-age, it is more important than ever to embrace neurodivergence within the academic library. This starts with fostering an inclusive environment for library staff, faculty, students, and patrons. Hiring a neurodiverse library staff creates a safe space for neurodivergent students through example. Neurodivergent library staff can also work with library administration to incorporate inclusive mental and physical spaces within the library. The concept of the library as a safe-space for college students is a familiar narrative, and this sentiment should be extended to library staff as well..

Best of Core Forum: Neurodiversity in the Academic Library

Live Webinar: Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 1 - 2 p.m. CT

Presenters:

Corin Sowers, Access and Systems Librarian, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, IA
Olivia Davison, Head of Media Services, St. Ambrose University, Davenport, IA

Registration Fees:

Core Member: $57.67
ALA Member: $71.10
Nonmember: $79.00

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