Dr. Jess Block Nerren Reappointed as Faculty Fellow for Disability Inclusion at California State University San Bernardino
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Dr. Jess Block Nerren's reappointment as Faculty Fellow for Disability Inclusion at California State University San Bernardino highlights the university's leading role in fostering inclusive education.
The Faculty Fellow for Disability Inclusion role involves mentoring, coaching, and resource provision to enhance faculty support for students with disabilities at California State University San Bernardino.
This initiative promotes a more inclusive academic environment, ensuring students with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed and thrive at California State University San Bernardino.
Discover how California State University San Bernardino's innovative Faculty Fellow for Disability Inclusion program is setting a benchmark for disability inclusion in higher education.
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Dr. Jess Block Nerren has been reappointed as the Faculty Fellow for Disability Inclusion at California State University San Bernardino, marking a continued effort to enhance disability inclusion awareness and action within the university. This role, now in its third year, was pioneering within the California State University system when first established in 2023. The system, being the largest and most diverse in the United States, serves over 461,000 students, making the fellowship's impact significant.
The Faculty Fellow for Disability Inclusion plays a crucial role in providing faculty-to-faculty mentoring, group learning opportunities, and tailored resources to accommodate students with disabilities effectively. Dr. Nerren's work is instrumental in bridging the gap between Faculty Affairs and Student Affairs, ensuring full participation from key university units such as the Services to Students with Disabilities office, which supports over 2,000 disabled students.
Taking over from Dr. J. Chad Sweeney, the 2024-2025 fellow, Dr. Nerren acknowledges the foundational work laid by her predecessor in elevating disability inclusion topics and expanding neurodiversity spaces on campus. Dr. Nerren's reappointment underscores the university's dedication to creating an inclusive academic environment that empowers students with disabilities to achieve their full potential.
For more information on Dr. Jess Block Nerren's contributions and the Services to Students with Disabilities, visit Dr. Nerren's profile and the Services to Students with Disabilities webpage.
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