| dc.description.abstract | This project aims to understand the socialization of neurodivergent graduate and professional students at Big State University (BSU), a prominent, public institution that is dedicated to academic excellence, an international research reputation, and fostering inclusive learning environments. We implemented a mixed-methods study to understand the experience of neurodivergent graduate and professional students at BSU, especially through the lens of the faculty. Through the triangulation of BSU’s own student data as well as our designed Faculty Climate Survey and corresponding faculty focus groups, we built upon BSU’s findings and recommendations with unique data. Our findings expose barriers to faculty members’ ability to create inclusive learning environments as well as variables that may predict faculty beliefs about and willingness to accommodate neurodivergent graduate and professional students. Recommendations for improvement and future research are made. | |
