Students With Disabilities

Welcome to the Students with Disabilities Community at the University of Florida! This community is built to support your career development, ensuring you have the tools you need to thrive during your time at UF and beyond.

Access information, including blogs, articles, and guides for navigating your career journey. Learn about accessibility resources, get involved in supportive student organizations, and connect with alumni who share similar experiences. Real-time labor market data and career pathways resources are available to help you make informed career choices.

Students with Disabilities Resource

The Disability Resource Center (DRC) works with over 7,000 Gators with disabilities. We go beyond access, remove barriers, and engage with faculty and staff to promote an accessible campus community for all.

5 Tricks I Use to Manage My Career As a Chronically Ill Person

Managing an autoimmune disorder can feel like a second job â€” albeit a job that has zero pay and terrible benefits.

Just after my 15th birthday, a doctor diagnosed me with Juvenile Dermatomyositis (JDM) — an autoimmune disorder that causes muscle tissue …

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If You Have OCD and Struggle With Your Career — Try These 15 Jobs

Those who suffer from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) have many challenges when it comes to working in many traditional office settings. Among other challenges, those who suffer with OCD may have challenges meeting certain expectations at work, dealing with coworkers or …

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Interview Tips for New Grads on the Autism Spectrum

You have worked really hard to get to this point. You are just about ready to graduate and take the next big step. But are you really ready? Interviewing for a job can put the best of us on edge …

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Navigating the Workplace with a Disability

Many factors contribute to professional success. Having the necessary skills for your job is a universal requirement. However, if you have a disability, there are additional considerations to keep in mind.

Utilize these strategies to ensure your success in the …

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Bringing My Authentic Self to Work: A RTX Leader on Balance and Leadership

A neurodiverse leader, Alison Faye Johnson values the support she receives at work. The Global Trade Sr. Manager at Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, is empowered by a culture that supports inclusivity.

“I don’t have to hide any aspect …

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Presentations

Improve your ability to communicate big ideas to clients, teams, and execs by honing your presentation skills! Gain access to…

Networking & Outreach

Utilize practical exercises and advice from successful professionals to grow your network, build your professional community, represent your organization, and…

Clarifying Expectations

What questions do you need to ask to get the job done correctly? Improve your ability to communicate with your…

Goal Setting

Setting relevant and precise goals is a recipe for career success—but where do you start? Learn how to choose which…

Giving & Receiving Feedback

Feedback is a two-way street — this course helps prepare you to thoughtfully give and receive constructive feedback with team…

LinkedIn Overview

Learn how to harness all of LinkedIn’s features in order to optimize your job search, expand your network, and maximize…

Informational Interviews

Careers aren’t built alone! Informational interviews are a key tool in your professional toolbelt: learn how to leverage the peers…

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Explore the essential roles and functions you’ll be collaborating with at top companies, then dive into best practices for leading…

Requesting Time Off

Nervous about requesting time off from work? Not sure how to ask your manager? Get the essential information and templates…

Career Exploration

Finding your career path doesn’t have to be a headache! Learn the difference between constructive and overwhelming questions to ask…

Cover Letters

When used correctly, a cover letter can be a valuable companion to your resume. This course will provide the samples…

Interviewing

Prepare to ace the interview! Dive into interview fundamentals, secrets to making a great first impression on employers, and how…

Professional Writing & Organization

Take a deep dive into the unspoken dos and don’ts of professional communication with coworkers, customers, managers, and more! Then,…

Presence & Professionalism

Whether you’re in the office, joining a remote meeting, or attending a work event, how you show up matters! Demystify…

Getting to Know Your Manager & Team

Navigating a new workplace is a challenge. Start your new role with confidence by asking the right questions on (and…

Hiring Process & Offer Evaluation

Upgrade your hire-ability by demystifying the hiring process from application to offer.

Resumes

Get seen by employers and put your best foot forward in the application process by unlocking key hacks and tips…

Alumni Connections

Ronald Torres

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Div Manickam

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Jamie Dennis

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Bill Kurland

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Angeli Arndt

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Seth Wilson

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Briar Harvey

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  • Founder Neurodiversity Media Network
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Mary Heer

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  • Senior Product Designer Audible
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Soren Hamby

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  • Senior Manager of UX and Digital Design Benjamin Moore
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Angela Martin

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  • Staff User Experience Designer Lenovo
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Ben Holland-Arlen

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  • Staff Product Designer ServiceNow
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Kazumi Terada

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Contact & Location

Phone
352-392-1601
Address

J. Wayne Reitz Union
Suite 1300
PO Box 118507
Gainesville, FL 32611-8507

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm

We are located on Level 1 of the Reitz Union.