Comments on: Instructor Brita Clothier overcomes obstacles in making biology classes more accessible

By: Linda Ann Fergusson-Kolmes

Linda Ann Fergusson-Kolmes — Sat, 10 Jul 2021 07:01:02 +0000

Brita was also an amazing organizer who helped coordinate the course shell so colleagues could work together to build an interactive biology lab course on short notice. It is a pleasure to work with her!

By: Shoshana Timm

Shoshana Timm — Thu, 08 Jul 2021 18:35:42 +0000

I was wondering if there are ways PCC is involved with addressing learning around neurodiverse individuals-like Autism, intellectual differences, and even some things considered to be mental health issues but are actually more about being neurodiverse such as anxiety and bipolar. As more accessibility is being won for all to enter the workforce, does PCC work to help with education and training? How about awareness and acceptance? I would love to know what is going on in these regards at PCC. Thank you!

By: Laura Horani

Laura Horani — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 16:05:29 +0000

Brita is an exemplary instructor, and I am absolutely thrilled her hard work and dedication are being recognized. Her focus on accessible, culturally responsive instruction is providing the opportunity for institutionally marginalized students to be retained and succeed in STEM. It was amazing to have the opportunity to work with Brita as her interim dean for the past almost two years. Congratulations, Brita!!