Conference Presentations

No two individuals are 'wired' to process information or stimuli in their environment in the same way, yet the design of campus environments often focuses on the 'norm'. Meeting diverse needs on a spectrum of neurodiversity is an emerging concern for educational planning and design. We'll explore how physical environments can impact the educational experience by planning for neurodiversity and identify planning considerations that support equitable, inclusive campus environments to meet diverse social, emotional, and cognitive needs. This session aims to increase awareness, fluency, and sensitivity to assist planning efforts addressing neurodiversity that positively impact the built environment and the holistic experience and wellbeing of the campus community.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify common traits of neurodiversity and neurodivergence and the related challenges that you can address through thoughtful, inclusive design.
2. Keep the campus experience and wellbeing of neurodiverse students, staff, faculty, and visitors in mind, and engage them in the design process.
3. Consider how planning and design can contribute to a more inclusive campus environment and accommodate the needs of diverse users.
4. Apply evidence-based design strategies to meet specific needs of neurodiverse individuals and help the campus community flourish overall.

Presenters:

Winston Bao, Associate, LPA, Inc.
William Franklin, Vice President, Student Affairs, California State University-Dominguez Hills
Debra Hammond, Executive Director, California State University-Northridge
Kimari Phillips, Research Manager, LPA, Inc.

Delivered 07/23/2024.

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