Special education students at CSU East Bay denied commencement walk

Special education students left out of Cal State East Bay's commencement

"Everyone should feel like they belong, that they are included," said Vogel-Campbell from CSUEB's Center for Disability Justice Research.

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CSUEB commencement controversy leaves special education students frustrated

A group of special education students are frustrated and disappointed after Cal State East Bay informed them they will not get to walk across the stage during this weekend’s graduation ceremonies. The college said the students did not meet graduation requirements. “They were told that they are graduating and would have a ceremony,” said Anita Ng, a parent of one of the students. “That makes them feel like they are included in the community. Now …

Special education students at CSU East Bay denied commencement walk

The first cohort of students graduating from California State University, East Bay’s intellectual disability program will not walk at the college’s commencement ceremony this weekend, officials confirmed, sparking backlash from advocates who say the school is failing to live up to its mission of inclusivity. Related Articles Older people in crosshairs as government restarts Social Security garnishment on student loans …