The Open Arms Community is a thematic living community that focuses on neurodiversity and disability. Open Arms is a place where students can “unmask” as a person with a disability without fear of judgement or discrimination, and make connections with other students with disabilities to both learn from one another and to bond through common experiences.
Students do not have to identify as neurodivergent or a person with a disability to join Open Arms. The community is also open to allies who would like to gain a better understanding of the experiences of individuals with disabilities and the neurodiverse community.
The Open Arms Community is located in Livingston Apartments A on Livingston Campus. Members of the community can enjoy events and programs related to neurodiversity and disability in the Livi-Well Room, a sensory-friendly space located in the Livingston Apartments. Members also benefit from connections to campus resources, and the opportunity to engage in advocacy projects on campus.
Applications for the 2024-2025 academic year are closed, but more information will be available regarding applications for the 2025-2026 academic year.
To learn more about the Open Arms Community, please contact Residence Life-Student Support at rlstudentsupport@rutgers.edu or 848-932-4371 (press 3).
