"One of the most powerful things I have learned as a teacher, is that there are many different paths to the mastery of concepts and the acquisition of knowledge. For example, some of us learn new things best when our teacher is able to make between a new idea and something we are already familiar with. Others of us need to do things (draw pictures, build prototypes, design experiments, write) in order to understand things. 

Such differences in learning, and as well as those associated with ADHD, dyslexia, discalculia, and the autism spectrum, because they are differences, are valued not only here at the University, but also in the professional world. 

If you are interested in learning more, think about finding time for the event below."

Susan Dwyer

Executive Director

Honors College

Anne Arundel Hall

3915 Campus Drive

College Park | Maryland 20742

tel 301.405.6771 | fax 301.405.6723

http://www.honors.umd.edu/

Be Yourself, Make a Difference: Neurodiversity

Thursday, October 11, 2018

5:00pm - 7:00pm

University Career Center  3rd floor Hornbake Library, South Wing

RSVP:  https://go.umd.edu/accenture18

Join leaders from Accenture Federal Services in an interactive workshop to help you define and embrace your authentic self to make a difference in the workplace and your life. 

Neurodiversity is a relatively new term that refers to a new dimension of diversity and inclusion at work. It includes conditions such as autism (including Asperger’s syndrome), dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, learning style differences, ADHD, and mental health issues. Increasingly employers are looking for neurodiversity to increase productivity and market share and to spark innovation and creativity. Come meet Accenture staff who welcome neurodiversity, and learn to embrace your authentic self and succeed.