Shawn lost a brave 18-month battle with brain cancer in 2011, at just 34 years of age. Although he isn't physically here, his legacy continues as an embodiment of Spartan leadership.
Andrey Tikhonov was diagnosed with Retinoblastoma at just 18 months old, and became fully blind soon after. Despite doctors and teachers saying he would have a limited future, Andrey had a different plan.
With the presence of Michigan's harsh winters, the State News took an opportunity to highlight some of the many accommodations the RCPD provides for mobility disabilities.
Sara Sherman's commitment to excellence drove her to a national hockey championship, academic success, and a positive outlook on life, despite the challenges of learning disabilities and a traumatic brain injury.
Rachel joined the Tower Guard Organization in 1950 and remarked, “The very best part of Tower Guard was that I met Bill McCready.” She spent the next 61 years reading to him.
Jordan exemplifies a true Spartan spotting opportunity and taking action to achieve it. His trip to Europe for the World Saxophone Congress was a special opportunity made possible by private gifts toward the Michael J. Hudson Emerging Opportunities Endowment.
The RCPD is committed to improving the lives of students and staff across campus and beyond, and we are looking for additional individuals who share our passion and dedication.
The Exceptions Journal, an MSU Student Organization,hosted the communities’ first ‘Accessible Art Exhibit’. Several community and campus partnerships were instrumental in the success of this inclusive event.
This dinner explored the concepts involved in presenting an overall professional image. Students learned how to make a good first impression and how to develop strong communication with a potential employer.
Hundreds of reception attendees joined in celebration of exceptional students, faculty and staff, scholarship recipients, and the generous donors supporting continued advancement.
Hundreds of energized runners braved a chilly Saturday morning to compete in the 15th annual Shamrock 5k “Run-Walk-Roll”. No matter the style of finishing, excited supporters greeted the contenders with cheer.
On a Saturday afternoon, the Council of Students with Disabilities brought a different kind of athletic activity to Michigan State University’s campus. Adaptive Sports Day energized IM Circle and eager athletes and community members joined to amplify ability.
Every year, RCPD secures funding and challenges engineering students to create feasible universal solutions and showcase them at the renowned Engineering Design Day.
Following the missions of the Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities, the BOND program maximizes ability and opportunity for students on the autism spectrum.