SEED Scholar Program: Get a full college experience at UCD: classes, dorm life, support, internships

Описание: If you’re a parent, educator, or young adult exploring inclusive college options for autism and learning differences, this episode is a concrete look at what’s possible.

Blake (now in his third year) talks about choosing courses across UC Davis (including a favorite quarter studying the geology of national parks), plus two very different internships and what he’s learning from each. Ishaan (in his second year) describes dorm life, the peer mentors and tutoring support, and his internship role supporting the volleyball teams.

In this episode you’ll hear:

-What “full college experience” means day-to-day in Redwood SEED
-How students choose classes (including foundational courses + electives)
-The role of peer mentors, tutors, and campus supports
-How internships work and what students gain from them
-Why UC Davis has been a strong match for both students

Program mentioned: UC Davis Redwood SEED Scholar Program (ages 18–23; autism + other learning differences)

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00:00 Intro + Redwood SEED overview
02:25 Blake’s story: arriving, dorms, independence
12:10 Blake's job
12:38 Blakes highlights
12:55 Blakes Challenges, Learnings & Tips
14:00 Meet Ishaan - community college, tips and advice
17:17 Ishaan's dorm life experiences

UC Davis Redwood SEED: A Full College Experience for Autistic Students (Blake & Ishaan)
(Episode 51)