The Future of Special Education amid Federal Cuts, Conversations with the Dean

Join us for a timely Conversation with the Dean on the future of special education as federal funding and oversight face unprecedented challenges. Marking 50 years since the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), this webinar brings together researchers, educators, and advocates to explore what’s at risk—and what educators can do to protect equitable access for all learners.

Featuring:

Elizabeth Bettini, Associate Professor Special Education, BU Wheelock

Lindsey Chapman, Senior Lecturer and Director of the Special Education Program, BU Wheelock

Kathryn Meyer (SSW'14, Wheelock'15,'24), Postdoctoral Associate, Binghamton University

When 3:00 pm - 3:45 pm on 29 January 2026
Building Online/Zoom