Michael Hudson Director (517) 884-1903

Biography

Michael Hudson serves as Director of the MSU Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities (RCPD). Recruited to MSU in 1992 by Judy Gentile (RCPD founding Director), he served for nearly 8 years as Blindness and Visual Impairment Specialist while simultaneously advancing MSU leadership in assistive technology and accessible textbooks. By the mid 1990s Michael expanded his focus to include students with chronic health and mobility disabilities, serving as specialist for these areas. He was named Director of the RCPD in 2000 following a national search and a prior one-year term of service as Acting Director.

Today, Michael remains passionate about MSU's status as a global leader in higher education and maximizing opportunity for persons with disabilities. His intensive focus on ability, skill development, and organizational efficiency aids his quest for excellence despite his own blindness. Hudson exclaims, "Disabilities need not limit achievement they merely mandate a greater level of creativity, commitment and a repertoire of compensatory techniques." 

He leads a team of 16 professionals, countless volunteers and numerous part-time employees on a mission of maximizing ability and opportunity for over 1,200 students and employees with disabilities. Collaboration with campus and community partners solidifies his belief that, given the proper team, nearly any challenge can be overcome once identified and understood.

Beyond work, Michael lives a full and rewarding life. His Masters in university administration and Bachelor's in Psychology helped prepare him for a life of impact. His family including a wife and two children enrich his perspective enhancing his concern and compassion for others.

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