Episode 332: Autistic Access—Universities' Refusal and the Path to True Inclusion

Today’s episode argues that despite research and personal testimonies clearly demonstrating the effective accommodations for autistic college students, universities consistently refuse to implement them. This refusal stems not from ignorance or a lack of evidence, but from a systemic resistance rooted in capitalist logic, where cost-benefit analyses prioritize efficiency and standardization over human-centric support. The author of the source article, Dr. Jaime Hoerricks, contends that accessibility is treated as a liability, leading to the rise of impersonal EdTech solutions and the dilution of accountability. Ultimately, Dr. Hoerricks calls for a "revolutionary optimism" to build new educational models centred on relationship, flexibility, and authentic human interaction, rather than continuing to seek reform within a fundamentally exclusionary system.Here’s the link to the source article: https://open.substack.com/pub/autside/p/when-evidence-isnt-enough-why-universitiesLet me know what you think.The AutSide is a reader-supported publication. To support my work, consider becoming a paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit autside.substack.com/subscribe