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EchoingU: An Alternate Path for Adults with Disabilities

EchoingU

Echoing University is a four year, post-secondary transition program for young adults with disabilities.  Some have recently graduated from high school but the school serves adults up to age 30 who aren't ready to attend a traditional college, and aren't yet prepared for full time competitive employment. It's an alternative to more traditional service models. On a recent visit to the EchoingU campus I spoke with Campus Supervisor Nichole Sturk to find out more....

Jerry began volunteering at WYSO in 1991 and hosting Sunday night's Alpha Rhythms in 1992. He joined the YSO staff in 2007 as Morning Edition Host, then All Things Considered. He's hosted Sunday morning's WYSO Weekend since 2008 and produced several radio dramas and specials . In 2009 Jerry received the Best Feature award from Public Radio News Directors Inc., and was named the 2023 winner of the Ohio Associated Press Media Editors Best Anchor/News Host award. His current, heart-felt projects include the occasional series Bulletin Board Diaries, which focuses on local, old-school advertisers and small business owners. He has also returned as the co-host Alpha Rhythms.