HomeProgramsCEL Student Scholars Through the Eyes of the Student Scholars Share: Section NavigationSkip section navigationIn this sectionCEL Student Scholars Meet the Scholars Through the Eyes of the Scholars Current Research Teams 2025-2028 Research Focus 2024-2027 Research Focus 2023-2026 Research Focus Past Research Teams 2022-2025 Research Focus 2021-2024 Research Focus 2021-2023 Research Focus Application Information Read blog posts by CEL Student Scholars and their faculty/staff partners. Why Is It So Different In College?: Individualized Education Plans vs. Accommodations A common point of confusion in the world of special education, with a shoutout to transitioning from a K-12 system to higher education in the US, are the differences between an individualized education plan (IEP) (often discussed alongside 504 plans), and… CEL Student Summer Experiences This was my first summer participating in the Center for Engaged Learning student scholar experience. In late spring, I applied to be part of the CEL Student Scholar program. For those who may not know, the program consists of a… Learning Disabilities, Meet Learned Helplessness I am currently undertaking the course Educational Psychology here at Elon. While I was reading a section of my course textbook, I came across a statement that has been stuck in my head all week: “Students with learning disabilities might… Reflecting on my Experience as a Neurodivergent Learner I recently started my role as a CEL Student Scholar for the 2024–2026 Research Seminar on Affirming and Inclusive Engaged Learning for Neurodivergent Students. As a neurodivergent student myself, I was able to provide an important perspective for the participants,… Building Trust in Mentoring Relationships Mutual trust is widely recognized as a significant component of effective mentoring relationships because emotional and psychological safety allows both mentors and mentees to use their energy for learning and productivity rather than self-protection. Unfortunately, limited research exists on building… The Importance of Asking for Help There is a saying that I’m sure many of you have heard, “The squeaky wheel gets the grease.” It means that in order to get what you need, you have to fight for it; it won’t simply be given to… The Power of a Voice (as a Neurodivergent Learner) There is nothing more powerful than a voice in the world of education. I was diagnosed with a learning disability, dyslexia, when I was in first grade. I was lucky in that they spotted my dyslexia at a young age…. Fluttering into Change: A Journey of Metamorphosis through Mentorship The life cycle of a butterfly, spanning from 30 to 200 days, often passes unnoticed by many, who focus solely on the standout moments within that time frame. While three or four memories stand out, for butterflies, each day is… 1 2 3 4 >