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Disability Staff Network Podcast: Neurodiversity with Dr Daniel Poole

In this episode of the Disability Staff Network Podcast, we present the full recording of our discussion with Dr Daniel Poole. We covered a range of topics relating to Neurodiversity, including…

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What is neurodiversity?

This is the first episode of a new series of podcasts created by the Staff Disability Network. In this episode we explore neurodiversity. We hear from Dr Daniel Poole, Dr Sarah Hale and Dr Tim…

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Thinking differently, naturally – Bev's story

Dr Bev Gibbs, Senior University Teacher in Engineering Management and Director of Learning and Teaching Strategy in Mechanical Engineering, was diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder…

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Thinking differently, naturally – Tim's story

Dr Tim Dolmansley, University Teacher in Mechanical Engineering, discusses how dyslexia is a completely different way of thinking and the great creative advantages it brings to his work at the…

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Think differently, naturally – Maddy's story

Maddy Corr, Global Opportunities Assistant, describes how she felt a massive relief when she was diagnosed with dyscalculia in 2019. Maddy's story is part of the Thinking differently, naturally…

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Thinking differently, naturally – Jonny's story

Jonny McQuillin, Finance Manager, explains how dyspraxia has taught him that there is no proper way of thinking. Jonny's story is part of the Thinking differently, naturally video series,…

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Thinking differently, naturally – Jack's story

Digital Content Editor Jack describes how his dyslexia results in a colourful approach to work at the University. Jack's story is part of the Thinking differently, naturally video series,…

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Thinking differently, naturally – Esther's story

Esther-Mariam T Matthew, Business Analyst for the Student Lifecycle Project, shares her journey of learning to be open rather than ashamed of living with dyslexia. Esther's story is part of the…

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