Amy Domenique Gadsden

Dr. Amy Domenique Gadsden is a Professor at Brandon University, specializing in Educational Psychology with a focus on students with learning disabilities (SLD) in higher education. Her research explores inclusive pedagogy, universal design for learning (UDL), and the social-emotional challenges faced by SLD students. She teaches courses like 03.253 Inclusive Education and Childhood Disabilities and 04.750 Theories of Inclusive Education.

Education:

• Ph.D., Educational Psychology, University of Alberta
• Master of Education, Nipissing University
• Bachelor of Education, Nipissing University
• Bachelor of Fine Arts, Mount Allison University

Research Focus: Dr. Gadsden investigates how institutional practices and pedagogical approaches impact SLD students' academic success, trauma experiences, and identity development. Her work highlights systemic barriers, discrimination, and the need for equitable policies. Recent articles emphasize trauma in educational settings and the 'hidden scholars' phenomenon among SLD students.

Awards/Grants: No specific awards or grants are listed in the text.

Advocacy: She advocates for inclusive teaching frameworks like UDL and collaborates on projects to improve instructor awareness of SLD students' needs. Her upcoming research (2025) examines self-efficacy and identity formation among graduate SLD students.

Labs/Teams: No formal lab affiliations are mentioned, though her collaborative projects suggest involvement in interdisciplinary education research networks.