#066- Disability is Human with Dr. Stephanie Cawthon

In this episode, Brendan is joined by Stephanie Cawthon, an internationally renowned author, researcher, and consultant who brings relatable insights and real-world skills to her mission that—when we tap the power of accessibility—we ensure disabled people can thrive and succeed. She is the Author of Disability is Human: The Vital Power of Accessibility in Everyday Life, which will be released this Fall.

Dr. Cawthon earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Stanford University and her doctorate from the University of Wisconsin at Madison. Her groundbreaking research has been funded by over $50 million in federal and other grants. In 2023 she founded the National Disability Center for Student Success at The University of Texas at Austin, where she is a tenured Professor of Educational Psychology. She also brings a lived experience to h ...