For years, FAMU’s Learning Development Evaluation Center has delivered a helping hand to students who face unique challenges in the classroom and on campus. This, month, in recognition of its expanding range of services, the center received a new name: Center for Disability Access and Resources (CeDAR).
We chose CeDAR as our acronym and we did a little bit of research on the cedar tree,” Director Danette Saylor told The FAMUan. “We found that many indigenous tribes of Africa and also many Native American tribes used cedar bark as a healing tool," "Sometimes when students come here, they may need healing and we want to be the place to provide that healing.”
During the past three years, FAMU united its all programs for students with learning, physical, and psychological disabilities under this single department. The name change provides a more accurate description of what the center does.
Days after CeDAR unveiled its new name, President James Ammons led the university’s Disability Awareness Month recognition activities. As part of this effort, Ammons engaged in a sensitivity activity; he spent a portion of his day in a wheelchair to experience first hand how accessible FAMU’s campus is for those who must use this mobility device.
We chose CeDAR as our acronym and we did a little bit of research on the cedar tree,” Director Danette Saylor told The FAMUan. “We found that many indigenous tribes of Africa and also many Native American tribes used cedar bark as a healing tool," "Sometimes when students come here, they may need healing and we want to be the place to provide that healing.”
During the past three years, FAMU united its all programs for students with learning, physical, and psychological disabilities under this single department. The name change provides a more accurate description of what the center does.
Days after CeDAR unveiled its new name, President James Ammons led the university’s Disability Awareness Month recognition activities. As part of this effort, Ammons engaged in a sensitivity activity; he spent a portion of his day in a wheelchair to experience first hand how accessible FAMU’s campus is for those who must use this mobility device.
I remember taking part in a project involving ADA sensitive programs at FAMU in the College of Eduction. Good stuff.
ReplyDeletei think it was dr. dannette saylor who spoke during the University's faculty forum at the beginning of fall semester, before classes began. she was very good, quite knowledgeable, and very informative. i think CeDAR will greatly prosper under her leadership.
ReplyDeleteAwesome news!
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