Meet the Speakers and Presenters at Beautiful Minds 2026!

Event Details

What: Beautiful Minds Conference
Date: April 14, 2026
Time:
- Conference: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Networking: 5-5:30 p.m.
- Performance: 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Location: University of Michigan North Campus Research Complex and online

A Sneak Peek Extravaganza

Take a peek at the inspiring lineup for the 3^rd annual Beautiful Minds Conference, dedicated to Elevating Neurodivergent Voices and Supporting Mental Health, Well-being & Belonging. The conference is offered in person and online.

The Beautiful Minds Conference will feature distinguished voices from across the University of Michigan community, all sharing their stories and how their lives, research, and work is touched by neurodiversity. Their journeys each a snapshot of the impact that neurodivergent minds bring to the table.

Genna Ashymov, graduate student, U-M School of Social Work
Dr. Jeramy Donovan, professor, University of Michigan-Flint
Erica Ervin, Ezra Landon, and Denise Leyton, U-M Libraries
Adam “Dutch” Hazlett, professor, Henry Ford College and Neurodiversity Advocate
Hira Jamshed, graduate student, U-M School of Information
Micheal Metzger, professor at Ross School of Business
The Neurodiversity Alliance Student Ambassadors and U-M Student Panel
Jessie Sanchez, co-founder and president, the Neurodiversity Alliance
Jessica Wynne, head coach of U-M Wheelchair Basketball

More speaker profiles, session highlights, and opportunities to connect coming soon. Join us as we celebrate neurodiversity, promote well-being, and create spaces where everyone belongs.

The Motor Visual Development Lab will be on site to share an interactive experience, the U-M therapy dogs will make a visit, and there will be 20 exhibitors on hand to share valuable resources and information that is available.