Baylor Center for Developmental Disabilities

The Baylor Center for Developmental Disabilities invests in research, training, outreach, and clinical services that promote the flourishing of people with disabilities, their families, and communities.

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Apr. 10, 2024
Guiding Baylor to Be More Accessible for Students With Disabilities

Brenna Colihan, a Senior at Baylor University living with multiple disabilities, has worked to ensure Baylor is accessible to all students across campus.

Apr. 2, 2024
Chemistry Graduate Student Levi Garza Works to Make Chemistry Accessible to Those with Visual and Mobility Impairments

Levi Garza is a second-year graduate student in the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Baylor University. He invests his time and effort into making chemistry accessible to the visually impaired and those with mobility issues to increase inclusivity in science. Levi wants all people to have the opportunity to study chemistry if they desire. He is putting in efforts to ensure that all individuals have access to a diverse range of commonly used and highly practical options.

Apr. 2, 2024
Meet Clinical Associate Professor Megan Flores: Impacting the Next Generation with Research on Neuromotor Disabilities in Children and Adults

Dr. Megan Flores is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy and a Center Affiliate. Dr. Flores received her master’s degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and her Ph.D. in Physical Therapy from Texas Woman’s University. Dr. Flores is an American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) Board-Certified Pediatric Clinical Specialist. She currently serves on the Nominating Committee for the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy and as Secretary for the Texas Physical Therapy Association. She also serves on the Robbins College Interprofessional Education (IPE) Committee. 

Mar. 22, 2024
Watch the KWTX News Report on BCDD's Day at Baylor Ballpark celebrating Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

As we celebrate Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month in March, Baylor Baseball featured the BCDD community members with disabilities and their families at the game on March 17. KWTX TV talked to BCDD's Dr. Kristen Padilla and shared community members throwing out the first pitch. Watch their report here.