Disability Symposium

On November 24, 2015, Slippery Rock University held the 1st ever President's Commission for Disability Issues (PCDI) Disability Symposium. The event was held in the Smith Student Center Ballroom from 8:00am to about 2:15pm. The symposium was held by Dr. Dallas Jackson and Dr. Johnathan Anning and provided participants with professional development, educational opportunities, and contexts within which to increase their advocacy and awareness of issues pertaining to quality of life for individuals with disabling health conditions. The symposium consisted of many guest speakers and demonstrations, as well as the keynote speaker; Aaron 'Wheelz' Fotheringham. The symposium was a fun, educational, and important event that students should attend next year.