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… Mercyhurst christens new Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity Thursday, June 09, 2022 In honor of one of the nation’s best-known advocates for college students on the autism spectrum, Mercyhurst University announced Monday, June 13, that it will establish the Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity on its Erie campus. The announcement kicks off a fundraising campaign to endow the new center, which expands the award-winning Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst (AIM), headed by McGarry since 2014…
… Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst: Transformative experiences beyond campus Wednesday, April 17, 2024 (EDITOR’S NOTE: April is Autism Acceptance Month) A signature component of Mercyhurst University’s program for college students on the autism spectrum is providing them with new experiences beyond campus. During the 15-year history of the Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst (AIM), students have traveled to New York City; Washington, D.C.; Seattle, Washington; and the Grand Canyon, as well as some…
… Mercyhurst extends AIM’s mission through innovative IGNITE program Thursday, March 13, 2025 Continuing its outreach to neurodivergent high school students, the Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst (AIM) announces the launch of IGNITE, a summer college preparedness camp for rising sophomores and juniors on the spectrum. The new program extends the higher education experience to a younger segment of the high school population, capitalizing on AIM’s 15-year success with CREATE, a summer program for…
… math instruction, athletic and health education, and art, music, and dance activities to encourage creativity and emotional and social development. Mercyhurst Early Learning Innovation Academy Teach progressive and intentional arts, wellness, and other academically rich activities to K-2 students. Modeled after the Carpe Diem Academy, MELIA provides extended academic enrichment at Northwestern School District, a rural, economically disadvantaged school district in Erie county. City of Erie…
… Mercyhurst expands opportunities for neurodiverse students with transformative grant Wednesday, December 18, 2024 Image Mercyhurst University is breaking new ground with two innovative programs aimed at empowering young people on the autism spectrum. Thanks to a generous $293,600 grant from the Edith L. Trees Charitable Trust, the university’s Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst (AIM) is set to revolutionize access to education and career readiness for both high school and college students. “We…
… Mercyhurst mourns passing of Brad McGarry, former AIM director and international advocate for people on the autism spectrum Monday, December 11, 2023 On Sunday, Dec. 10, Mercyhurst University lost one of its most beloved community members and the world lost a tireless advocate for children and adults on the autism spectrum. Brad McGarry, director of the Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst (AIM) for nearly a decade, died of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.…
… Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst (AIM) Academic Summer Programs IGNITE Summer Program The Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst (AIM) is pleased to announce the launch of IGNITE – a one-week summer program for rising high school sophomores and juniors, who are considering college among their post-secondary options. The program will run June 22-28, 2025, and held on the Mercyhurst University campus. Students will live in the residence hall, eat in the dining facilities, as well as hear from faculty,…
… EDUC 502: Educational Research: Single Case Research (three credits) EDUC 536: Professional, Legal, & Ethical Practices (three credits) EDUC 640: Concepts & Principles of ABA I (three credits) EDUC 645: Behavior Interventions II (three credits) EDUC 650: FBA & Behavior Interventions III (three credits) EDUC 660: Concepts & Principles of ABA II (three credits) EDUC 673: Internship: Special Needs or EDUC 675: Capstone Clinical EDUC 676: Special Education Thesis One EDUC three-…
… Applied Behavior Analysis Post-Graduate Certificate The seven-course sequence of the Applied Behavior Analysis post-graduate certificate focuses on integrating research, basic principles, and specialized coursework with fieldwork in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, and behavioral health. Prospective students will have a choice to complete (a) the certificate alone, if they already have completed a graduate degree in a related field, or (b) as a concentration…
… Mercyhurst's CREATE program: Pioneering college preparation for neurodivergent students Monday, June 03, 2024 While still shuffling through last-minute applications and interviewing prospective students, Mercyhurst University already has 19 high school students accepted for CREATE, a college simulation program for neurodivergent students designed to evaluate their readiness for college life. Led by Amanda Mulder, director of the Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst (AIM), CREATE typically…