About this episode

This episode features a discussion on the role of academic advisors in supporting students with disabilities.

In this thought-provoking episode of Adventures in Advising, guest host Dr. Gerron Scott sits down with Brandi Byers, academic advisor at the University of South Carolina and chair of NACADA’s Advising Students with Disabilities Community. Together, they explore disability identity, accommodations, accessibility, and the critical role advisors play in supporting students through their educational journeys. This conversation highlights the importance of advocacy, mentorship, and meeting studen...

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Gerron Scott

Guest: Brandi Byers

Topics covered

• disability identity
• accommodations
• accessibility
• advocacy
• mentorship
• academic advising

Keywords

• disability identity
• academic advising
• accessibility
• advocacy
• mentorship

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: University of South Carolina, NACADA

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