Neurodiversity at the University of Vaasa: Diversity enriches the learning environment

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The University of Vaasa is creating a learning environment that supports a wide range of learners and promotes an understanding and appreciation of neurodiversity. Our university provides support and practical solutions to help our students achieve their best. We enrich our community through diversity.

The word “neuro” refers to the nervous system and brain function. The concept of neurobiome refers to the diversity of brain function, which can manifest itself in different ways of responding to stimuli, perceiving, perceiving, learning and interacting with other people. Neurobiome has traditionally referred to abnormalities in brain function, usually diagnosed as disorders such as ADHD, reading disability or autism spectrum disorder. They are disorders when they significantly interfere with life. At the same time, they can be superpowers when we understand how to exploit them.

– We at the University of Vaasa want to recognise and value these traits as part of our diversity, says Heini Pensar, University Lecturer in Management.

Pensar works at the University of Vaasa not only as director of the Master’s programme and as a teacher, but also as the face of neurodiversity in educational institutions and in working life

Article published on https://www.uwasa.fi/en/newshub/articles/   11 MAR 2025.

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