disability awareness: on inclusion & academic support | deep talk radio w/ debbie forshee-sweeney

raising awareness for disabilities in education remains essential, and in this episode of deep talk radio, debbie forshee-sweeney of union adventist university (fka union college) shares how she supports students with learning limitations and fosters an inclusive academic culture.debbie reflects on the importance of valuing diverse learning needs, creating equitable opportunities, and integrating accessibility into the heart of higher education. listeners gain insight into practical strategies, thoughtful leadership, and advocacy for meaningful impact in academic settings.this episode is part of the deep talk radio archive, a long-running body of work now presented under the smartest animal. originally released under an earlier version of the show, this conversation has been intentionally preserved for continuity, context, and long-term discovery.deep talk radio, produced by the smartest animal, explores creativity, self-awareness, identity, relationships, and the inner work behind building meaningful things. episodes may include interviews with entrepreneurs, artists, musicians, and independent creators, alongside reflective discussions and original instrumental music.this project values depth over noise, consistency over trends, and long-term thinking over short-term attention.tagsdeep talk radio, the smartest animal, union adventist university, disability awareness, inclusive education, academic support, long form conversations, reflective podcast, self awareness podcast, independent creators, thoughtful interviews, accessibility in education, learning differences, culture and creativity, creative process