Newt Shepard
Newt was born and raised among the tall pines of Washington State, where they later earned a Bachelor’s in Linguistics from Western Washington University. Along with a minor in Philosophy and serving as president of Western’s longest-running poetry club, the Poets and Lyricists Society (PALS), Newt deeply values each person’s story and the curiosity and compassion needed to gain perspective. Seeking deeper personal and professional growth, Newt completed a Wilderness First Response certification from the School of Remote Medical Training in Bellingham, WA. They then moved to Eugene, Oregon, with their partner to continue their education at the University of Oregon. Earning a Master’s in Language Teaching Studies, Newt aims to use their expertise and background to improve the educational experience for those taking the brave step toward higher education.
Executive dysfunction can make things like planning, organizing, and task-starting feel extra hard.
For many neurodivergent people, this is can be part of how the brain works, not a personal failure.
At Mansfield Hall, we help students learn what works for them and build tools that support their success.
Busy week for us at Mansfield Hall!
Madison students braved the cold to get out and grill for local Madison non-profit Savory Sunday. One of our students event went on 5 local radio stations to promote Savory’s upcoming fundraiser: Grilling For Peace!
Rest and relaxation were pivotal as students took time to unwind during our Chill Hour: spa edition.
Burlington students found time in between studying to hang out and play some Uno (a rematch will be ensuing to challenge the current victor).
And students continued to brave the chilly temperatures to get to classes- six more weeks of winter folks- we`ve got this!
Mansfield Hall still has limited availability at our Eugene location for a Spring enrollment (late-March arrival)!
Mansfield Hall is super dorm offering full wrap-around support and coaching for college capable neurodiverse learners
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A Little bit of work & A little bit of play this week.
With special guest feature from our VP of Enrollment, Steph Welch, who traveled down to Texas to represent Mansfield Hall at the @gatewayacademyhouston education fair!
Time blindness- common in those with neurodivergence- is difficulty perceiving the passage of time.
College shakes up the systems we`ve come to know in high school, and can create some unanticipated difficulty.
We get it, and we`re here to help our students find solutions that work for them. Read more at the link in our bio!
This week was a mix of cozy treats and athletic feats.
Students rocked out at the climbing gym, shredded down our local mountain, enjoyed ice cream (across campuses), and so much more- it`s good to be back!
