I'm an Odd Duck: Navigating Collage as a Neurodivergent Student
What happens when you’re smart enough to succeed in college—but no one told you the rules?
In I’m an Odd Duck, Joel Kottman shares a raw, relatable, and refreshingly practical roadmap for navigating college as a neurodivergent student. From decoding unspoken social norms to self-advocating in academic spaces, Joel blends personal storytelling with actionable advice for students—and the educators and families who support them.
This book doesn’t sugarcoat the college experience. Instead, it offers what so many neurodivergent students need but rarely receive: real talk, real tools, and the reassurance that being different isn’t something to fix—it’s something to embrace.
Who this book is for:
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College and university professors, administrators, and student-life professionals committed to inclusion and accessibility.
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High school educators and counselors helping students prepare for college.
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Neurodivergent students and their families seeking real, practical strategies for academic and social success.
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Inside the Book
1
Encountering Neurodiversity
How students can find their voice, build support networks, and embrace self-advocacy.
2
Understanding the Neurodiverse Mind
Insights into common struggles, hidden strengths, and the impact of masking, burnout, and bias.
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Creating Inclusive Campuses
Tools and strategies for educators, administrators,
and institutions to reframe accessibility and build cultures
of belonging.
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✅ A “Thriving with Neurodivergence” toolkit
✅ Advocacy templates & communication tips
✅ College transition checklist for students & families