University of Memphis Institute on Disability & the Tigerlife program

06/04/2026

🎉 We are honored to be a recipient of funding through the Carnival Memphis Children’s Charity Initiative (CCI)!

Yesterday, Dr. G represented the University of Memphis Institute on Disability (UMID) at the CCI check-signing ceremony. Established in 1999, the Children’s Charity Initiative supports organizations dedicated to improving the quality of life for children throughout the Memphis community.

This year, UMID was proud to receive funding alongside PURE Academy and Memphis Allies. We are grateful to Carnival Memphis and its Grand Krewes for their generosity and commitment to supporting children, youth, and families across our community.

Thank you for investing in programs that create opportunities, foster inclusion, and make a lasting impact in the lives of those we serve.

06/03/2026

🎉 TigerLIFE at the Sphinx Queen’s Luncheon 👑🐯

Dr. Chrisan Schiro-Geist along with Dr. Patrick Krolik and a few TigerLIFE students had a wonderful opportunity to attend the Sphinx Queen’s Luncheon, where they enjoyed an afternoon of community, celebration, and meaningful connections. Events like these provide valuable experiences that promote inclusion, engagement, and personal growth while allowing students to connect with others and represent the TigerLIFE program.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this special event possible. We are proud of our students for their participation and for representing TigerLIFE so well!

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05/26/2026

🎉 UMID Staff attended the 2026 SEPSEA Conference in New Orleans! ⚜️

We enjoyed connecting with professionals, learning about innovative practices in inclusive postsecondary education, and engaging in meaningful conversations centered on belonging, resilience, and justice. 🌟

Thank you to everyone who made this conference an inspiring and memorable experience! 🎷✨

05/18/2026

In April, the University of Memphis Institute on Disability (UMID) hosted a BRIDGE Project consultant meeting and workshop at the University of Memphis. Consultants traveled from different states to collaborate, share ideas, and discuss ways to strengthen the project and meet our goals.

The day ended with dinner and great conversations with our consultants. At the Institute on Disability, research is one of our core pillars, and we are proud to build meaningful projects with our amazing research staff and partners.

05/15/2026

End of the semester fun with our amazing staff! 🎳🍴
We enjoyed bowling followed by dinner and great fellowship together. Thank you to our staff for all your hard work and support this semester — we appreciate you all! 💙

05/11/2026

🎓 What an incredible day! TigerLIFE had a wonderful graduation ceremony at the FedExForum filled with joy, achievement, and unforgettable memories. We are so proud of all our graduates and excited to see what’s next for each of them. Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🐯✨

05/05/2026

Good morning!

We’re excited to share that Old Navy invited UMID to participate as a vendor at their Kids Safety Event on Saturday, May 2, 2026. It was a great opportunity to connect with families, share resources, and support community safety initiatives for children.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by and engaged with us!

05/05/2026

Good morning! 🎓

UMID is excited to share the IPSE Day Webinar hosted by the TNIHE Alliance! If you missed it, we encourage you to watch the recording and explore the resources shared during the session. 📺✨

This webinar highlights important work in Inclusive Postsecondary Education (IPSE) and offers valuable insights for students, families, and professionals.

As a reminder, if you would like to be added to the listserv for the TNIHE alliance, please email [email protected]

Stay connected for more updates! 💙

IPSE Day Webinar Link: https://vanderbilt.zoom.us/rec/play/UEwYbUVWiQCXynK4u3yfPLSNVg7cxbe857zQGmXvrBM4FJ7ZJD40loQzeX9HNwUOH3Fvhfv1Ap2PAM_Z.Vf4kxI81S7sKS-Ku?eagerLoadZvaPages=sidemenu.billing.plan_management&accessLevel=meeting&canPlayFromShare=true&from=share_recording_detail&continueMode=true&oldStyle=true&componentName=rec-play&originRequestUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fvanderbilt.zoom.us%2Frec%2Fshare%2FbGG6R9S8M9H1-7eIZjzEpKbnwhpbXh-M0vMwGCy-pXaOwsMM6dxGaxV_dTWS8g.QX8pvBQdnDzhQfwY

Presentation:
https://www.canva.com/design/DAHFjJ9GpqI/hQdXCUkgWs8Ghvfxp4u_7A/view?utm_content=DAHFjJ9GpqI&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h623fe64a40

Think College Video:
https://thinkhighered.net/

Check out this Presentation designed by Next Steps at Vanderbilt.

05/01/2026

We celebrated our TigerLIFE graduates yesterday at Gharibaldies! Families and staff came together to honor their achievements and congratulate the students on this special milestone. The graduates shared heartfelt personal testimonies, making the day even more meaningful.

We are so proud of each of them and wish them a bright and successful future ahead!

04/17/2026

🎬✨ TigerLIFE Movie Night Success! ✨🎬

TigerLIFE, along with our RSO Claws For Change, hosted our very first movie night—and it was a huge success!

👏 23 out of 40 TL students attended!

What makes this event more special? 💡
Most of the planning was led by our students—not staff. This is exactly the kind of leadership and engagement we’re excited to continue building for future events!

🙌 Thank you to everyone who came out and made the night so memorable.
If you missed it, we hope to see you at the next one!