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Dr. Jodi Duke is an Associate Professor and Academic Program Coordinator in Special Education at George Mason University's Helen A. Kellar Institute for Human Disabilities, part of the College of Education and Human Development. Her work focuses on disability inclusion in higher education, autism spectrum disorder, and mental health support for students with disabilities. She holds an EdD from Johns Hopkins University.
Research Interests: Dr. Duke explores college transition challenges for students with disabilities, accommodation decision-making processes, and the intersection of mental health and disability in academic settings. She emphasizes systemic barriers faced by students with co-occurring disabilities and mental health needs, advocating for holistic support frameworks.
Her recent work highlights disparities in social participation among autistic adults, parent experiences of young adults with dual diagnoses, and the professional challenges faced by disability resource personnel. She has contributed to conceptual frameworks like "Be Ready, Be Well" to improve college student well-being.
Affiliations: Helen A. Kellar Institute for Human Disabilities; Academic Program Coordinator roles in Special Education: Autism and General Curriculum.
