8th Annual Inclusive Postsecondary Education Symposium
Inclusive Postsecondary Education Transitions: Students, Families, Systems
August 8, 2023 at The Penn Stater Conference Center
Join Pennsylvania Inclusive Higher Education Consortium’s 8th Annual Symposium for a day of thought-provoking speakers and discussion sessions exploring inclusive postsecondary education transitions for students, families, and systems

Please share this information widely: 2023 Symposium Agenda
Our Speakers:



- Jennier King

- Karen Salomon
Schedule:
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- 9:30am Registration
- 10:00am Welcome
- 10:15am Keynote Address with Dr. Michelle Nario-Redmond
- The Many Faces of Ableism: From Fear and Hostility to Pity, Envy, and Inspiration
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- 11:45am Systems Transitions with Dr. Nakeiha Primus
- Redefining norms for radical IPSE success
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- 12:15pm Small Groups
- 1:00pm Lunch
- 1:45pm Families Transitions with Jennifer King
- So, what IS the parent role when their child goes to college? Letting Go of the IEP Mindset
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- 2:15pm Small Groups
- 3:00pm Students Transitions with Matthew Schwabs
- kNOw Inclusion, kNOw Employment
- 3:30pm Small Groups
- 4:15pm Synopsis
- 4:30 Closing Remarks
- Students attend for free
- Scholarships available
Please share this flyer and information widely: Symposium 2023
Keynote Address:
The Many Faces of Ableism: From Fear and Hostility to Pity, Envy, and Inspiration
- Dr. Michelle Nario-Redmond
Speakers:
- Matthew Schwabs
- Dr. Nakeiha Primus
- Students attend for free.
- Scholarships available for families and professionals
For lodging options, please visit The Penn Stater Hotel & Conference Center
Stay near the Penn Stater and attend PaTTAN’s Transition Conference!
The 2023 PA Community of Practice Transition Conference on August 9 and 10, Our Voice, Our Plan, Our Future, is designed to expand the capacity of youth, family members, schools, and community partners regarding specific issues related to effective employment and postsecondary educational practices, developing healthy lifestyles; and the utility of assistive technology, resources, supports and services available to youth and families. For more information, please visit the conference website.
In Partnership with PACE at Saint Joseph’s University
If you are not a member of the Pennsylvania Inclusive Higher Education Consortium, click here to become a member!
For more information, questions, and resources, please email us at pennsylvaniaiheconsortium@millersville.edu or pihecusa@gmail.com.