Neurodiversity and Higher Education

Today we are joined by Amy Kopelman, founder and CEO of Pathlitics. As you will hear, Pathlitics is an incredible resource for neurodivergent students and tehri families entering the college search process. Amy has 20+ years of product management experience, and is putting that experience plus her own lived experience to work to help neurodivergent learners and their families navigate the transition into higher education.A couple of times in this episode we request your feedback - contact us at [email protected] with any questions or suggested topics and speakers!Resources Mentioned:Pathlitics:https://www.pathlitics.com/Amy Kopelman on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/akopelmanAbout the Show:Neurodiversity and Higher Education Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581610651045 Neurodiversity and Higher Education Instagram page:  https://www.instagram.com/neurodiversityhigheredpodcast/  Neurodiversity and Higher Education Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MercyhurstNeurodiversity  About Mercyhurst University’s Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity:Mercyhurst University’s Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity: https://www.mercyhurst.edu/neurodiversity Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/brad-mcgarry-center-for-neurodiversity-at-mercyhurst-university/   Mercyhurst AIM Program website: https://www.mercyhurst.edu/aim

Show Notes – Episode Eight – Season One Recap & Season Two PreviewThis episode of the Neurodiversity and Higher Education offers a recap from season one of the podcast (did you know there were seasons? Neither did we – until recently!). We’ll share some successes, some challenges, and lessons learned. Then we’ll dive into what’s ahead for season two! We’ll close by sharing five goals (and one bonus) that we’ve set for this coming season.A couple of times in this episode we request your feedback - contact us at [email protected] with any questions or suggested topics and speakers!Resources Mentioned:Neurodiversity Podcast:https://neurodiversitypodcast.com/ About the Show:Neurodiversity and Higher Education Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581610651045  Neurodiversity and Higher Education Instagram page:  https://www.instagram.com/neurodiversityhigheredpodcast/   Neurodiversity and Higher Education Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MercyhurstNeurodiversity  About Mercyhurst University’s Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity:Mercyhurst University’s Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity: https://www.mercyhurst.edu/neurodiversity  Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/brad-mcgarry-center-for-neurodiversity-at-mercyhurst-university/   Mercyhurst AIM Program website: https://www.mercyhurst.edu/aim 

Show Notes – Episode Seven – Emily Kircher-Morris LPCThis episode of the Neurodiversity and Higher Education welcomes Emily Kircher-Morris, LPC, the host of The Neurodiversity Podcast. The podcast explores the psychological, educational, and social needs for enriching the lives of neurodivergent people. She is the author of several books for parents and educators related to supporting neurodivergent learners. Her most recent book, Neurodiversity-Affirming Schools: Transforming Practices So All Students Feel Accepted and Supported, was released in January 2025. She started her career in education and now works as a mental health counselor in private practice outside of St. Louis, Missouri, specializing in supporting neurodivergent people of all ages. There are lots of great resources listed in our show notes or grab a pencil and paper to jot them down! Contact us at [email protected] with any questions or suggested topics and speakers!Resources Mentioned:Neurodiversity Podcast:https://neurodiversitypodcast.com/ Emily’s Website:https://www.emilykirchermorris.com/ Emily Kircher-Morris on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/emilykirchermorrisAbout the Show:Neurodiversity and Higher Education Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581610651045  Neurodiversity and Higher Education Instagram page:  https://www.instagram.com/neurodiversityhigheredpodcast/   Neurodiversity and Higher Education Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MercyhurstNeurodiversity  About Mercyhurst University’s Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity:Mercyhurst University’s Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity: https://www.mercyhurst.edu/neurodiversity  Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/brad-mcgarry-center-for-neurodiversity-at-mercyhurst-university/   Mercyhurst AIM Program website: https://www.mercyhurst.edu/aim 

Show Notes – Episode Six – Matt Gunter from Inclusive AcademiaThis episode of the Neurodiversity and Higher Education welcomes Matt Gunter from Inclusive Academia and author of “Manager to Consultant: Parenting Your Neurodivergent College Student.”Matt Gunter became interested in the topic of neurodivergent student college readiness while exploring college options with his son. Matt collaborated with the College Autism Network (CAN) to create two workbooks for neurodivergent high school and college students and their families. In 2024, he published "College Readiness for Neurodivergent College Students." In February 2026, Matt and CAN released a second workbook entitled, "Manager to Consultant: Parenting Your Neurodivergent College Student." Matt hosts Inclusive Academia, a YouTube channel for neurodivergent high school students and their families who are exploring their educational and career options. Matt's also developing a mobile application called Routine Success that supports executive functioning and independent living skills. You can contact Matt at [email protected] are lots of great resources listed in our show notes or grab a pencil and paper to jot them down! Contact us at [email protected] with any questions or suggested topics and speakers!Resources Mentioned:Inclusive Academia:https://www.youtube.com/@InclusiveAcademia College Readiness for Neurodivergent Students:https://www.college-ready.com/ Matt Gunter on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-gunter-1946b96/About the Show:Neurodiversity and Higher Education Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581610651045  Neurodiversity and Higher Education Instagram page:  https://www.instagram.com/neurodiversityhigheredpodcast/   Neurodiversity and Higher Education Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MercyhurstNeurodiversity  About Mercyhurst University’s Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity:Mercyhurst University’s Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity: https://www.mercyhurst.edu/neurodiversity  Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/brad-mcgarry-center-for-neurodiversity-at-mercyhurst-university/   Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst website: https://www.mercyhurst.edu/aim 

Show Notes – Episode Five – Brandon Slade from Untapped LearningKey Executive Functioning Strategies for Prospective College StudentsThis episode of the Neurodiversity and Higher Education podcast Brandon Slade from Untapped Learning. Brandon is founder and Chief Innovation Officer at Untapped, and has many years of experience working directly with neurodivergent children and adults. Untapped Learning is committed to empowering students and unlocking their full potential. In this episode, Brandon shares key observations from his experience and offers many tips and strategies to help students who are currently enrolled in college or are soon to enter higher education.  There are lots of great resources listed in our show notes or grab a pencil and paper to jot them down! Contact us at [email protected] with any questions or suggested topics and speakers!Resources Mentioned:Untapped Learning:https://www.untappedlearning.com Brandon Slade on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-slade-efAbout the Show:Neurodiversity and Higher Education Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581610651045  Neurodiversity and Higher Education Instagram page:  https://www.instagram.com/neurodiversityhigheredpodcast/   Neurodiversity and Higher Education Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MercyhurstNeurodiversity  About Mercyhurst University’s Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity:Mercyhurst University’s Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity: https://www.mercyhurst.edu/neurodiversity  Brad McGarry Center for Neurodiversity LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/brad-mcgarry-center-for-neurodiversity-at-mercyhurst-university/   Autism Initiative at Mercyhurst website: https://www.mercyhurst.edu/aim