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The Institute for Community Inclusion at UMass Boston supports the rights of children and adults with disabilities to participate in all aspects of society. As practitioners, researchers, and teachers, we form partnerships with individuals, families, and service agencies. Together we advocate for personal choice and self-determination.
We are dedicated to advancing the full inclusion of people with disabilities in all aspects of life. Our work encompasses research, program evaluation, training, consultation, education, policy analysis, and service delivery across four main areas of emphasis: Employment, Education, Community Life, and Health Care.
We have three national hubs: ExploreVR and ThinkWork, which focus on inclusive employment, and ThinkCollege, which focuses on inclusive higher education.
Projects
Our projects involve conducting state and national employment research, increasing access to higher education, supporting children with disabilities to plan for a fulfilling future, and much more.
Services
From expert consultation and technical assistance to online training for employment professionals, our services help agency leaders and disability staff to excel and thrive in their work.
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Matthew McClellan

Research Associate II

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD): Global Inclusion and Social Development, University of Massachusetts Boston
Master of Public Administration (MPA): The California State University, Bakersfield
Bachelor of Science (BS): Human Development and Family Studies, The Pennsylvania State University

Matthew supports inclusive postsecondary education (IPSE) across multiple Think College projects. He contributes to the IPSE team, supporting the National Coordinating Center and the Think College Network while assisting with the Think Data project alongside the Massachusetts Inclusive Postsecondary Education (MAIPSE) team. He holds a PhD in Global Inclusion and Social Development from UMass Boston, where his research focused on the rights and experiences of college students. He brings expertise in qualitative research and collaboration within higher education initiatives.

Email: matthew.mcclellan001@umb.edu