March is National Disability Awareness Month, and Ivy Tech Community College-Indianapolis' Disability Support Services has recommended eight books as essential reading to educate yourself on the life and experiences of individuals who have a disability.
- "More the Same than Different: What I Wish People Knew About Respecting and Including People with Disabilities" by Lorraine Cannistra
- "Disability Representation in Film, TV, and Print Media (Interdisciplinary Disability Studies) by Michael S. Jeffress
- "Positively Purple: Build an Inclusive World Where People with Disabilities Can Flourish" by Kate Nash
- The Flower That Went Mad: Bipolar Poetry by Yogesh Chandra
- "Taking Flight: The Guide to College for Diverse Learners and Non-Traditional Students" by Perry LaRoque
- "Unmasking Autism: Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity" by Devon Price
About Ivy Tech Community College
Ivy Tech Community College is Indiana's largest public postsecondary institution and the nation's largest singly accredited statewide community college system, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Ivy Tech has campuses throughout Indiana and also serves thousands of students annually online. It serves as the state's engine of workforce development, offering associate degrees, long- and short-term certificate programs, industry certifications, and training that aligns with the needs of the community. The College provides a seamless transfer to other colleges and universities in Indiana, as well as out of state, for a more affordable route to a bachelor's degree.
