Humans of the U: Adam Janisieski-Chacon
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“Because I am a native American Sign Language user, I live and breathe my language.”
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Humans of the U: Sophie Post
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“Through disability studies, I learned how far people have come. When I look at my own life, I see how people can do hard things, no matter their disability.”
Read MoreBrain shunt trial restores walking, independence in older adults
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A first-of-its-kind trial proves surgery restores mobility for iNPH, a condition causing balance, memory, and bladder control problems in 1.5% of people in their late 60s and one in 13 over age 86.
Read MoreNeurodiversity: Think outside the box
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Join 2025 Neurodiversity & Disability Awareness Week for insight into student experiences, practical strategies for better web accessibility, meeting new friends and learning how the U can get you accommodations.
Read MoreDiscrimination toward children with disabilities
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Discrimination against children with disabilities may lead to substandard medical treatment, which could contribute to poor health outcomes.
Read MoreHumans of the U: Jenisy Nelson
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“I’ve always been interested in how people work and why people are the way that they are.”
Read MoreWords matter
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The U’s new Inclusive Style Guide aims to provide communicators with a deeper understanding of diverse communities.
Read MoreHumans of the U: Sammie Serrano
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“I didn’t want students who are neurodivergent at the U to be subject to the same struggle that I had.”
Read MoreFirst cohort to complete unique interdisciplinary special education program
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The program prepares teachers of students with visual impairments alongside school psychologists.
Read MoreU to train adapted physical education and speech-language pathology professionals with $1M grant
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U.S. Department of Education grant funds interdisciplinary training for professionals who support children experiencing disability.
Read MoreNothing about us without us
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The U creates a research team for students who identify as having a disability.
Read MoreBionic breakthrough
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U mechanical engineering assistant professor Tommaso Lenzi received two grants to further advance the “Utah Bionic Leg” technology, a self-powered prosthetic limb with a computer processor and motorized joints in the ankle and knee that enable an amputee to walk with more power and vigor, as well as better balance.
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