Goldey-Beacom College Receives $19,500 Eagles Autism Foundation Grant to Enhance Campus Environment

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CONTACT:    Janine G. Sorbello, Dir. of Ext. Affairs                DATE: March 31, 2025

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Goldey-Beacom College Receives $19,500 Eagles Autism Foundation Grant to Enhance Campus Environment

 

Wilmington, DE – Goldey-Beacom College (GBC) is pleased to announce receiving a grant for $19,500 from the Eagles Autism Foundation for a Sensory Inclusive™ Certification and Sensory Room Enhancement at the College.

 

The Sensory Inclusive™ Certification and Sensory Room Enhancement project is an exciting step forward for the College to support, not only our neurodiverse students, but the entire college community.

 

This space is designed for students who experience sensory sensitivities or simply need a quiet, calming place to recharge. This initiative reinforces GBC’s commitment to student well-being, ensuring every student feels supported and has access to the resources they need to succeed. The College has partnered with KultureCity ® for both projects.

“As the dean of students, I am thrilled to share that we are officially moving forward with fulfilling our grant goals in partnership with KultureCity® through the Eagles Autism Foundation,” said Jocelyn E. Moses (Byers-Smith). “This initiative will bring a much-needed sensory space to our campus — one designed to support individuals with sensory processing needs, providing a welcoming environment for all.”

 

Moses (Byers-Smith) said, “This space will be a game-changer for, not only the students and the campus community, but also the greater Wilmington area.” She continued, “Sensory accessibility is essential to create the kind of learning environment that helps all students to succeed. We are honored to be a part of this transformative work.”

The $19,500 grant awarded to GBC is part of $8.1 million in funding awarded by the Eagles Autism Foundation in 2025 to support 53 innovative projects focused on advancing autism research and care. These grants were made possible through the generous contributions raised during the 2024 Eagles Autism Challenge, along with additional fundraising efforts led by the foundation throughout the year.

 

to Enhance Campus Environment

 

About the Eagles Autism Foundation:

About Eagles Autism Foundation

The Eagles Autism Foundation is dedicated to raising funds for innovative autism research and care programs. By providing the necessary resources to doctors and scientists at leading institutions, we will be able to assist those currently affected by autism, as well as future generations. The Foundation aims to inspire and engage the community, so together, we can provide much-needed support to make a lasting impact in the field of autism. Please visit EaglesAutismFoundation.org.

 

About KultureCity®:

KultureCity® is the nation’s leading non-profit organization focused on Sensory Inclusion. We believe that ALL individuals, regardless of their disabilities, deserve to be accepted and included. Our programs focus on helping people with PTSI, Autism, Down Syndrome, anxiety and other sensory needs.

 

The KultureCity® Sensory Inclusive Certification Program has grown from 20 venues to over 3,000 locations across 5 continents. KultureCity® is helping to bring a voice to the voiceless through our programs.

 

Founded in 1886, Goldey-Beacom College has approximately 1,300 students enrolled from 29 states and 65 nations. The College offers 48 degree options in its graduate and undergraduate programs with majors in psychology, economics, criminal justice, communication & media, human services, English, and all areas of business, including accounting, business administration, entrepreneurship and finance.

 

The College began accepting students into three new degree programs in spring 2024: Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management, Master of Science in Human Resource Management, and an MBA Major in Human Resource Management. The College also began offering fully online options for students in the following degree programs: MBA Analytical Track (STEM-designated), traditional MBA program concentration areas, and the MS in Human Resource Management. Additionally, the College offers 21 certificate programs.

 

The College is committed to connecting its graduates with careers in their respective fields. For over a decade, the College has achieved a 90% placement rate for graduates. Goldey-Beacom College is in Pike Creek Valley, a suburb of Wilmington, Delaware. The College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs.

 

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