February 9: ASK an Expert: Navigating Disability Services: A Comparison Between High School and College

The transition from high school to college is an exciting milestone.

 

Still, for students with disabilities and their families, it can also bring uncertainty about how supports and accommodations will change. Join Bill Lloyd, Director of UI REACH, for a webinar exploring the key differences between disability services in high school and those in a college or university setting. This session will clarify how legal responsibilities, student roles, and accommodation processes shift after graduation.

Participants will gain a practical understanding of what to expect in college, including how students access accommodations, communicate with disability services, and advocate for their needs. The webinar will also include a brief introduction to UI REACH, highlighting its programs, supports, and resources available to students. With actionable tips, helpful tools, and real-world guidance, this presentation is designed to help students and families feel informed, confident, and prepared for a successful transition to college.

Participants will…
✅ Understand how accommodations and supports for students with disabilities differ between high school and college
✅ Learn about UI REACH and what it offers
✅ Discover practical tips and tools to help students and families make a smooth transition to college

Join us on February 9, 2026 from Noon to 1:00 PM

 

Register here

 

Speaker Bio:

Portrait of Bill Lloyd, Director of UI REACH, wearing a light-colored suit jacket and patterned bow tie.

Bill Loyd
Director, UI REACH

Bill is a South Carolina native who moved to the Washington, DC area after graduating from the University of South Carolina to pursue his career in human services. He has over 25 years of experience managing programs and agencies that serve individuals of all ages with a wide range of disabilities across multiple states. His work has included early intervention, K–12 education, employment supports, residential and in-home services, senior services, and more than a decade in community development in underserved communities. Bill currently serves as the director of the UI REACH program at the University of Iowa, a nationally recognized college program supporting students with intellectual, learning, and developmental disabilities. He also teaches first-year seminars and serves on several university committees and councils.