Posts tagged special education

Podcast No. 122: Andrew Blackard of the Union EDGE Program

Of Tennessee’s five postsecondary education programs for students with intellectual disabilities, Union University’s EDGE Program is the only residential option, and for four years they’ve been preparing those with special needs and disabilities for the workforce. Today on our podcast, Kevin Adelsberger interviews Assistant Director Andrew Blackard about this unique program and how it’s changing our community for the better.

Kevin AdelsbergerSeptember 3, 2019Jackson TN, Tennessee, Kevin Adelsberger, Andrew Blackard, Memphis TN, Union University, Union University EDGE Program, Jennifer Graves, education, special education, special needs, disabilities, employment, Christian

Podcast No. 86: Dr. Fonsie & Lesley Guilaran

Adoption isn't an easy journey for any family, and today on our podcast Kevin Adelsberger sits down with Union University professor Dr. Fonsie Guilaran and his wife Lesley to hear about their especially unique story of bringing their children home. Find out how special needs, health, and international culture shifts play a huge role in creating a family.