DCC Events

DCC events are designed to provide opportunities for students, staff and faculty to learn about and promote disability culture, identity, resources and community. The DCC also promotes disability-related events hosted by campus partners. Please read the event description and intended audience to find events that are a good fit for you.

New to the DCC or DCC events? Check out our page on What to Expect at DCC Events.

DCC Events

Campus Partner Events

Summer 2026 Recurring DCC Events

Wheelchair/Adaptive Tennis and Pickleball 

Mondays, June 8-July 27 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Whitaker Courts | RSVP by noon on Monday

Wheelchair/Adaptive Tennis and Pickleball is back this summer — in partnership with RecSports and Austin Adapted Sports. Open to all disabilities and skill levels. No experience needed, and equipment provided. RSVP by Mondays at noon.

Disability in the News 

Biweekly on Tuesdays, June 9-July 21 | 1-2 p.m. | Virtual | RSVP

Disability is always in the news, so let’s talk about it together. These virtual meet-ups are a space to dig into current events, from viral moments to policy shifts to whatever’s on your mind. Everyone’s welcome.

Disability Discussions 

Biweekly on Tuesdays, June 16-July 28 | 1-2 p.m. | Hybrid: Zoom and SSB 2.106C | RSVP

Join the DCC for weekly discussions on a variety of disability-related topics. Whether you want to learn from other disabled people or have experiences or resources you are willing to share, these Disability Discussions provide space to have conversations you may not have elsewhere. Let’s harness the power and expertise of the UT Disability Community — all are welcome! Topics include:

• June 16: Disability in the Media
• June 30: Disability in Familial Relationships
• July 14: Disability and Independence
• July 28: Disability and Friendships

Service Dog Meet-Ups

Fridays, June 12 and July 10 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Virtual | RSVP

Join fellow task-trained guide dog and service dog partners to swap tips, troubleshoot challenges and build community.

Campus Partner Events

Counseling and Mental Health Center Groups

The Counseling and Mental Health Center offers a variety of free groups for students with a variety of topics and formats. View their current list of offerings on the Groups page.

Longhorn TIES ND@UT Programs

ND@UT Programs, hosted by Longhorn TIES, provide social and skill building events and activities for neurodivergent students. Check out up upcoming events on their webpage.