Becky Bogoslavsky, writing faculty in the Department of Student Transitions, co-presented with Amy Baldwin to parents of students with autism at an event that highlighted postsecondary options for their young adults on the campus of the University of Arkansas-Little Rock on Saturday, April 28, 2018. Several colleges and universities provided information about their support programs for students on the autism spectrum and shared with the families what they can do now to prepare their students for going to college.
Becky talked about the department’s specially-designated Journeys to Success (ACAD 1300) course that focuses on neurodiversity and learning strategies for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as well as the forthcoming low-sensory lounge that will allow students to hang out and socialize.
Other presenters shared additional information about vocational and workforce training programs across the state. In collaboration with the Disability Resource Center, the Office of Student Success, and the Honors College, Becky has created a list of resources for parents and students and serves a contact person for ASD students who need additional support.