Independence Community College has announced that a new endowed scholarship aims to help neurodivergent students continue their education. Preference will be given to students with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism spectrum Disorder, or Sensory Processing Disorder.

The Scholarship is made possible by the gift of Dr. Jonathan Sadhoo and India Bennett. Bennett said as parents of neurodivergent children, they know how challenging it can be for them to feel supported and successful during their academic journey.

Dr. Sadhoo is currently the Vice President for Administration and Finance at ICC, and Bennett serves as the Veteran Student Success Program Coordinator. They have been involved in the Pirate community for the last 3 ½ years. The Sadhoo & Bennett Endowed Scholarship requires that students be enrolled full-time and keep a 2.75 GPA.