Institute for Disability Research, Policy & Practice

09/04/2026

During the summer semester, Anya interned at Aggie Ice Cream through the internship program at the EmployAbility Clinic. Thank you Aggie Ice Cream for giving Anya the opportunity to work with you!

The EmployAbility Clinic is a function of the Institute for Disability Research, Policy & Practice that focuses on assisting individuals in preparation for and obtaining of meaningful employment.

Read more about internship opportunities on the EmployAbility Clinic website: https://idrpp.usu.edu/services/employability-clinic

09/03/2026

Thank you! We are glad to be apart of the network!

Celebrating 55 Years of AUCD

For 55 years, AUCD and its network have advanced leadership, strengthened partnerships, driven progress, and expanded possibilities for people with disabilities and their families.

Today, we celebrate the people and partnerships that have shaped our work and the lasting impact of the AUCD Network across the country.

Thank you to our members, partners, advocates, and supporters for being part of this journey. Together, we continue building a future where everyone belongs, participates, and thrives.

Here's to 55 years of impact and the possibilities yet to come.

https://www.aucd.org

ID: Graphic celebrating AUCD's 55th anniversary. The center features a blue background with the text "Leadership • Partnership • Progress • Possibility" at the top and "55 Years of Impact" in large white lettering. Below, text reads, " Celebrating the people, partnerships, and progress shaping a better future " The AUCD logo and the full name, "Association of University Centers on Disabilities," appear at the bottom. Along both sides of the graphic are photographs depicting disability-related programs, community engagement, healthcare, advocacy, education, and support activities. The overall design highlights 55 years of leadership, collaboration, and impact in advancing inclusion for people with disabilities and their families.

09/03/2026

"Hi! My name is Maleni. I am the social media intern for the Institute for Disability Research, Policy, and Practice (IDRPP). I’m really excited for this internship. Look out for some highlights from our interns this year on our Instagram page."

IDRPP Instagram: .institutefordisability

We are excited to have Maleni working with us! Find Maleni on Instagram: .sotelo

09/03/2026

09/02/2026

LEND stands for Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities. On this episode of the Developmental Disabilities Network Journal Author Insights Podcast, Matthew Wappett sits down with LEND directors from across the United States to discuss LEND programs. This episode features Marcia Moriarta, Director of New Mexico LEND; Jenny Miller, former Director of Alaska LEND; and Rachel White, Director of Alaska LEND.

Listen to the full podcast and read the associated blog: https://idrpp.usu.edu/blog/2026/ddnj-author-insights-21-lend-programs

08/31/2026

This is Ethan. Over the summer, Ethan worked at Aggie Print as part of the EmployAbility Clinic Paid Internship program. The EmployAbility Clinic is a function of the Institute for Disability Research, Policy & Practice that focuses on assisting individuals in preparation for and obtaining of meaningful employment.

Read more about internship opportunities on the EmployAbility Clinic website: https://idrpp.usu.edu/services/employability-clinic

08/28/2026

Researchers Aubrey Snyder and Tim Riesen share what they have learned from participating in international research conference in Bhutan. There are so many opportunities to learn about the perspectives on disability from across the world. We here at the IDRPP are constantly striving to increase our understanding and effectiveness when it comes to disability research.

08/28/2026

08/27/2026

Meet Tristanne! Tristanne interned at the USU Campus Store on the Utah State University campus over the summer.

Tristanne was able to participate in this internship through the Employability Clinic program here at the IDRPP.

Learn more about Employability Clinic and look for future internship opportunities on their website: https://idrpp.usu.edu/services/employability-clinic