LCC is committed to creating an inclusive, supportive learning environment for all students, including those who are neurodivergent. To that end, we have brought together 60 internal and external stakeholders to focus on three areas of improvement:

1. Building Professional Development Pathways, including incorporating neurodivergency training in onboarding for new faculty and staff
2. Social Integration, Inclusion and Community Building, including fostering a sense of belonging, reducing stigma, building trust and strengthening campus relationships
3. Sensory-Friendly Environments, including designing common spaces and sensory breakrooms

These priorities emerged from a report by some of the best researchers in the field, from Landmark College’s Institute for Research and Training. These experts reviewed our policies, talked to our students and employees, and visited our spaces to provide recommendations.

Now, our workgroups are carrying the work forward. They began meeting Feb. 3, with the goal of presenting one or two concrete recommendations to the college by May 2026. Stay tuned for details!

In addition, a team of high school and college educators and student support professionals will attend the Landmark College Summer Institute in June 2026 to present, learn and observe best practices for educating and championing neurodivergent students.