Community Seminars

Marburn offers a series of seminars and workshops focusing on various topics related to learning and learning differences, such as ADHD, dyslexia, and executive functioning.

These free presentations serve as an introduction to topics most pertinent to the parents and caregivers of students with ADHD, dyslexia, and executive function difficulties. Join specialists from Marburn Academy as they guide participants toward a greater understanding of students who learn differently. Registration is required.

Marburn Academy Community Seminar 2025, 2026 schedule

Motivation Strategies for Your Neurodiverse Learner

January 28, 2026, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Virtual

Facilitated by Dr. Kristi Hofstadter-Duke, Ph.D. (READ BIO)

This seminar moves beyond one-size-fits-all solutions and dives into the why behind what drives motivation and how to maintain it over time. Students with learning differences show additional challenges with motivation, self-efficacy, learned helplessness, and engagement. Join us to discover practical, empathetic, and research-backed strategies based on what works.

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Preparing Neurodiverse Students for College Panel & College Fair

February 19, 2026, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
At Marburn Academy

Panel Discussion featuring

  • Dr. Denise Brown-Triolo, Executive Director of the Office of Student Disability Access; Director, Thrive Learning Center™ at Hiram College (Read Bio)

  • Dr. Hillary Adams, Director, The HELP Program at Marshall University (Read Bio)

  • Dr. Travis Brown, Director, Learning Commons and FLY Program

    at Bowling Green State University (Learn More)

  • Dr. Lindsay Carr, Executive Director of Disability Resource Services at Muskingum University - PLUS Program


This panel discussion is designed to help families of neurodiverse students navigate the college preparation and transition process. Join our select group of disability resource professionals from four different colleges and universities—Hiram College, Marshall University, Bowling Green State University, and Muskingum University—for a candid discussion on what families need to know when entering college. Topics include required documentation for college disability services, the process for accessing accommodations, the top skills parents can work on with their students at home to foster college readiness, and key things families should look for and ask about during college tours.

In conjunction with the panel, Marburn is hosting the Central Ohio College Fair for Students with Learning Disabilities. At the fair, families will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from various colleges and disability/accessibility services staff. Learn more about the college fair HERE.

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