In this episode, Rich Harvey from BIMM University discusses his experiences of being an academic with ADHD. Rich provides some fascinating insights into his initial diagnosis, how that impacted upon his wellbeing, and his subsequent approach to and engagement with his academic role, his colleagues and his learners. This is a truly fascinating and inspiring listen.

Rich Harvey is Associate Dean of Academic Staff Development at BIMM University where he has worked over

He works to support the development of teaching and learning staff in a range of functions across the University's 8 Campuses in the UK and Europe, and his current responsibilities include being the Course Leader for the PGCert in learning and Teaching Professional Practice, and overseeing the accreditation and delivery of Advance HE Fellowship award CPD programmes.  

Rich had a diagnosis of ADHD 2 years ago around the age of 40, and has found this to be an eye-opening experience in many ways. He is interested in using his own experience of adapting to the clearer awareness of his own needs post-diagnosis to better inform his ability to ensure the needs of staff at the institution are effectively met- especially where neurodivergence is at play.