Emily Jo Tarconish

Emily Jo Tarconish is a Teaching Assistant Professor affiliated with Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES) in the College of Applied Health Sciences at the University of Illinois. Her research focuses on improving educational experiences for students with disabilities, particularly in higher education settings. Key areas of interest include self-determination strategies, accessibility in STEM education, and the impact of remote learning during the pandemic.

Her work addresses challenges faced by college students with disabilities, including policy tool efficacy, grading system perceptions, and utilization of disability services. She collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to explore enabling practices in physics education and graduate student support needs.

Recent research highlights include studies on pandemic-era instructional adaptations and the unique needs of twice-exceptional learners. While no awards are listed, her contributions emphasize practical solutions for inclusive education through policy development and pedagogical innovation.