October 14-18, 2024
During the week we will Remove Barriers and Build Community through different events on campus!
Interactive Tables and Simulations
Monday, Oct. 14, 11:30am-1:30pm
SDR invites all students, faculty and staff to visit this event. Engage with interactive tables designed to help you understand, acknowledge, and consider the challenges, rights and needs of individuals with disabilities. Experience hands-on simulations and learn about free resources on campus. We are proud to collaborate with academic programs on campus that are dedicated to preparing students for careers supporting and empowering individuals with disabilities. Visit their tables to learn more about the programs! This event is an opportunity to foster empathy, raise awareness, and promote a more inclusive and accessible campus community.
Support for Accessibility and Accommodations
Wednesday, Oct. 16, 11:30am-1:00pm
The Student Disability Resource Office along with the Center for Teaching Excellence (CTE) offers a professional development opportunity for faculty and staff. Come hear directly from students about their experiences here at Penn State Harrisburg!
Plaza Pathways: Sensory Path to Balance and Calm
Friday, Oct. 18, 11:30am-1:30pm
Join us for a guided walk through Vartan Plaza, where you can visit a series of sensory stations designed to help you connect with your senses and practice self-regulation. Discover the calming effects of mindful walking along the sensory path and engage with the sensory stations to explore sound, touch, sight and more. This interactive experience will leave you feeling refreshed and centered.