Category College integration
ADHD Tips for Students Heading to College: How to Succeed with ADHD
Succeeding in college with ADHD is possible. Whether people with ADHD do well in college or struggle in college depends on how they prepare for the changes and challenges that come with college life. Keep reading to learn how to…
5 Key Differences Between High School and College & How to Prepare When You Have Learning Difficulties
There’s a lot to think about when transitioning from high school to college. It can be exciting and a little bit scary at the same time. But don’t worry, you’re not alone. Keep reading to learn the main differences between…
College After Covid – 6 Things To Consider When Returning to In-Person Learning
Many college students will be entering a classroom for online learning for the first time since March of 2020. This includes students who finished their senior year of high school online due to the pandemic, as well as students who…
All College Support Models Are Not Created Equally
At Mansfield Hall we are firmly committed to advancing the cause of inclusion on college campuses, and to broadening both access and success for students with aspergers, autism, and other learning disabilities. We know that college can be a great…
4 Common College Accommodations for Students With ADHD and Other Learning Differences
Many students with ADHD or other learning differences receive some type of extra help or support in high school via their Individualized Education Program (IEP) or a 504 Plan. Leaving high school means leaving behind these academic support plans –…
How Does Autism Affect Students in College?
Making the decision to go away to college is an exciting opportunity, and it provides students with the opportunity to be exposed to new ideas and perspectives, new people, and new chances to grow as an independent young adult. As…
College Success Can Not Be Faked
A supported start in an authentic college experience provides real rewards...
Accessing College Courses For Students With ASD And ADHD
Not Admitted? Not a Problem! Non-matriculated courses provide an alternate start to college. Mansfield Hall students have the option of starting courses at local colleges as either matriculated or non-matriculated students. This variety of starting points provides students multiple ways…
Succeeding in College with Asperger’s Syndrome
Succeeding in college with Asperger’s Syndrome can be challenging given the novel set of social norms, expectations, and hidden rules. Learning, but more importantly, understanding this complicated web of expectations can be a challenging goal for students with Asperger’s Syndrome.…
Colleges for Students with Learning Disabilities
College should, and can, be a place where all types of students can learn, grow, and thrive – including students with identified learning disabilities and/or learning differences. Making the transition from home and high school academics to college and independence…
Feeling overwhelmed in college- but not sure why? you’re not alone.
The key isn’t just “pushing through”, it’s learning to recognize what’s happening before you hit that wall, and having systems to reset.
That might look like:
• stepping outside for a walk
• box breathing between classes
• putting on a guided meditation
• reaching out to someone you trust
Small supports = big difference over time.
At Mansfield Hall, we help students build the awareness and tools to regulate, recharge, and navigate college in a way that actually works for them.
What’s one thing that helps you reset when you’re overwhelmed?
#CollegeLife #StudentMentalHealth #ExecutiveFunction #StressManagement
Excellent week across the board!
People Ops team member Jo touched down in Madison, receiving a warm welcome with coffee and a trip to see the Capitol building. VP of Program Ops Hayley grounded herself and took in the beauty of the Statehouse. Pancakes were served, and Burlington student Nikhil took the stage to perform with his choir.
A great week to zoom out and back in- and reflect on all the things we have to be grateful for!
#collegesupport #neurodiversity #worklifebalance
College can be energizing… and draining.
If you’ve ever felt socially exhausted, you’re not alone.
Understanding your limits (and what helps you recharge) can make all the difference.
#CollegeStudents #Neurodiversity #StudentWellbeing
Hangin` in there until spring weather kicks in!
This week at Mansfield Hall our Eugene, OR students did some rock climbing, Burlington, VT connections students took an outing to the bowling alley/arcade, while others took a trip to a local sugar house to learn about all things maple syrup. Students in Madison, WI continued their endeavors to learn about all things maintenance...and they make it look fun!
Happy Friday Friends- enjoy the weekend.
Mansfield Hall had the joy of hosting some professionals at our Madison, WI location recently, which included a student panel.
One of the questions asked was: What do you like about Mansfield Hall?
The answer: how inclusive it is.
No one gets to choose the brain they have, but we do get to choose the world we create. We choose to accept, celebrate, and work toward a world that’s more inclusive of every brain and the incredible things they can do.
Happy World Autism Awareness Day. We see you, and we celebrate you for all that you are and all that you can be!
❤️MH
#autismawareness #neurodiversity #collegesupport
Sensory overload happens when your brain receives more sensory input than it can comfortably process.
Our nervous systems are constantly taking in information, but when there’s too much coming in (or it’s coming too fast) our systems can become overwhelmed.
We get it, and it can be managed with small, intentional supports like reducing input, creating predictable routines, and building in quiet recovery time.
