The Autism Program (TAP) and the Illinois Neurodiversity Initiative (INI) have been busy! On Monday, October 16, we attended the 2023 UIUC Mental Health Fair where we interacted with students and faculty from across the campus. Many were interested in the TAP internship and several were given information about classes that will be offered next semester for neurodivergent UIUC students. 

October 17-20, Jeanne Kramer, Director of TAP/INI attended the College Autism Summit (CAS) in Nashville Tennessee. 

On Tuesday the 17th, UConn hosted a Neurodiversity Employment Symposium and INI was invited to speak about a summer work experience with Synchrony Financial in which seven INI students participated. We were honored to be there and made many connections with corporations who are doing important work in employment accessibility for neurodivergent individuals.

Wednesday through Friday was packed with informational sessions on college programming to support autistic and neurodivergent students in academic, social, emotional and employment success. We heard from several universities and employers who are leading the way in these efforts. We were also invited to share a poster on the Illinois Neurodiversity Initiative.

 

See the INI Report