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Raymond Wos, Jr. stands in a "Inclusion isn't a Choice" t-shirt. - Photo / Raymond Wos, Jr.

Wos: The impact of Judy Heumann on my life

Raymond Wos Jr. March 22, 2023

What is Section 504? What is IDEA? What is ADA? What is the UN Convention of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities? Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is the first ever civil rights law...

Judy Heumann and others pose in front of the Rowan seal before she spoke at the 2019 Rowan Commencement. - Photo via @judithheumann on Twitter

Letter to the Editor: A Tribute to Judy Heumann

Letter to the Editor March 22, 2023

Judith E. Heumann was born on Dec. 18, 1947, and contracted polio at 18 months which required her to become a wheelchair user for the rest of her life. Over time, she became known as an American pioneer...

Student panel gathers to talk about the advantages and disadvantages of having hidden disabilities, Oct. 24, 2017 -Staff Photo/Jaryd Leady

Students discuss hidden disabilities at Access and Inclusion panel

Sierra Morrison October 25, 2017

Rowan University is hosting Access and Inclusion week Oct. 20-27. The week of events focuses on disability awareness and rights. The event is sponsored by the Academic Success Center and Disabilities Resources...

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