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Idaho Employment Capacity Leveraged through IPSE ECLIPSE: Employment Capacity Leveraged through Inclusive Post-Secondary Education

What a great week in New Orleans! ⚜️Members of the ECLIPSE team attended and presented at the Division on Career Develop...
10/20/2026

What a great week in New Orleans! ⚜️

Members of the ECLIPSE team attended and presented at the Division on Career Development and Transition (DCDT) International Conference, sharing research and practical strategies to support students with disabilities in higher education and employment.

Our team presented on Reverse Career Fairs, highlighting how these student-centered events provide opportunities for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities to showcase their skills, interests, and work experiences while connecting with potential employers.

In another session, Dr. Jeremy Ford and Dr. Peighton Pratt joined Boise State University doctoral candidate Julia Gorman to share findings from a statewide study exploring the experiences of college students with disabilities, including disability disclosure, accommodations, accessibility, and sense of belonging.

It was a great opportunity to share our work, connect with colleagues, and continue conversations about advancing inclusive postsecondary education and competitive integrated employment!

ECLIPSE 🤝 EAGLELast week, members of the ECLIPSE team joined our partners at to collaborate and plan for the upcoming ...
10/05/2026

ECLIPSE 🤝 EAGLE

Last week, members of the ECLIPSE team joined our partners at to collaborate and plan for the upcoming semester as they prepare to welcome students to the EAGLE program!

The application deadline is approaching!Idaho colleges and universities interested in developing a new inclusive post-se...
10/02/2026

The application deadline is approaching!

Idaho colleges and universities interested in developing a new inclusive post-secondary education (IPSE) program are invited to apply to partner with ECLIPSE!

Through this opportunity, institutions can help expand access to inclusive college experiences, work-based learning, and pathways to competitive integrated employment for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

🗓️ Application Deadline: November 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (PDT)

Interested in bringing an IPSE program to your campus? Learn more about the opportunity and application process:
https://tinyurl.com/ECLIPSEapplications

📧 Submit Applications: [email protected]
❓ Questions or Technical Assistance: Dr. Peighton Pratt at [email protected]

Learn more about ECLIPSE: https://idahotc.com/Eclipse

Vandal HARVEST is in the news!This University of Idaho project is creating opportunities for people with and without dis...
09/21/2026

Vandal HARVEST is in the news!

This University of Idaho project is creating opportunities for people with and without disabilities to work and learn alongside one another while gaining hands-on experience in hydroponic food production.

The story highlights how Vandal HARVEST came to life, the people behind the project, and its goal of expanding opportunities for competitive integrated employment.

Read the full story and learn more about what’s growing at Vandal HARVEST:
www.uidaho.edu/newsroom/vandal-harvest

📸 Photo credit: Hannah Ruth Pettyjohn

PEERS student, Cody, has been busy at his job at Negranti by Belong. Cody found this job on his own and started working ...
09/15/2026

PEERS student, Cody, has been busy at his job at Negranti by Belong. Cody found this job on his own and started working there over summer break!

Negranti by Belong is an ice cream shop that opened this location in April 2026 and proudly employs 15 adults with disabilities.

Way to go, Cody!🍦👏

School is back in full swing! We asked current IPSE students to share some of their advice for having a successful semes...
08/31/2026

School is back in full swing!

We asked current IPSE students to share some of their advice for having a successful semester and making the most of their college experience.

Wishing students across Idaho a great semester ahead!

Vandal QUEST students are starting the semester with some hands-on learning! 🌱Students and staff recently worked with Va...
08/28/2026

Vandal QUEST students are starting the semester with some hands-on learning! 🌱

Students and staff recently worked with Vandal HARVEST to learn about the hydroponic greenhouse project, including the germination and transplanting process. Together, they transplanted 80 plants that will eventually provide fresh food for the Vandal Food Pantry!

Student had the opportunity to learn more about the project and explore whether working with Vandal HARVEST might be something they’re interested in this semester.

What a great way to kick off the new school year!

ECLIPSE is continuing to grow inclusive post-secondary education (IPSE) opportunities across Idaho! We’re inviting Idaho...
08/28/2026

ECLIPSE is continuing to grow inclusive post-secondary education (IPSE) opportunities across Idaho!

We’re inviting Idaho colleges and universities to apply to partner with ECLIPSE in developing new IPSE programs for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Through this opportunity, institutions can help expand access to inclusive college experiences, work-based learning, and pathways to competitive integrated employment for students with IDD.

Interested in bringing an IPSE program to your campus? Learn more about this opportunity and how to apply: https://tinyurl.com/ECLIPSEapplications

🗓️ Submission Deadline: November 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (PDT)
📣 Anticipated Award Announcement: December 1, 2026
📧 Submit Applications: [email protected]
❓ Questions or Technical Assistance: Contact Dr. Peighton Pratt at [email protected].

🔗 Learn more about ECLIPSE: https://idahotc.com/Eclipse

Congratulations to Vandal QUEST alumnus, Brian Barnes, on his new role with ECLIPSE as a Participant Evaluator! Brian wo...
08/24/2026

Congratulations to Vandal QUEST alumnus, Brian Barnes, on his new role with ECLIPSE as a Participant Evaluator!

Brian works alongside our Evaluation Manager to strengthen ECLIPSE’s evaluation efforts by bringing the firsthand perspective of someone who has experienced an inclusive post-secondary education program.

Brian has helped revise surveys to better reflect student experiences, develop the Peer Job Coach Feedback Survey, and lead a focus group with Student Advisory Board members from the CONNECT Conference.

His work is helping ensure that student voices remain at the center of ECLIPSE’s continuous improvement efforts.

We’re excited to have Brian on the ECLIPSE team. Congratulations, Brian!

🌟 Student Spotlight: Morgan 🌟We're excited to spotlight Morgan from Boise State University's PEERS program!One of Morgan...
08/06/2026

🌟 Student Spotlight: Morgan 🌟

We're excited to spotlight Morgan from Boise State University's PEERS program!

One of Morgan's standout accomplishments this past semester was delivering an outstanding presentation in his Child Psychology course, where he co-presented alongside his professor in front of the class. More than just a class assignment, this opportunity highlighted Morgan's growth, confidence, and willingness to step outside his comfort zone.

Through the experience, he demonstrated increased confidence in public speaking, professionalism, and meaningful collaboration with faculty. These skills will continue to support his success in college and future employment!

Congratulations, Morgan! Keep up the great work!

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