the blog
“Look for clubs, even under the couch.”
—Guillermo
the blog
“Look for clubs, even under the couch.”
—Guillermo
5 ways I used my gap year to my advantage
By Dominic Zullo
Everybody learns at their own pace, and moving at your own pace is crucial.
From frightened freshman to award-winning filmmaker—how getting help opened up my world
by Joshua Pitney
It was not until the summer of 2020 that I learned that I was autistic. I was applying for colleges, and one of the application questions asked was how I was unique…
Why “College Living Experience” is the right first step for me
By Eva Fetherman
I know that if I want to become a real actress I will need to have independence from my parents…
Self Advocacy 101 for school and beyond
by Caroline
Self advocacy means speaking up for your needs. And self advocacy may mean something different in context…
Occupational therapy for neurodiverse students—what’s that?
by Karen Keptner
Students on the spectrum may seek and be offered a range of supports to make college…
Diagnosis disclosure: courage & consequences
by Dr. Jan Blacher
Many students on the spectrum struggle with the disclosure question, espeially when completing college applications.
A certificate, or a program—what are you really looking for?
by Jessica Keefhaver
When a bachelor’s or associate’s degree is not your goal, students on the spectrum seeking a college experience…
4 tips for transferring from a junior college to a four-year university
by Jasmine
Maybe you lack the confidence to take the next step. I have been there, but I did it, and so can you!
How to come out of your shell and make friends in college
by Guillermo
Grind for grades, grind for connections, grind for recommendations…
Managing Anxiety 101
by Dr. Eric Endlich, Ph.D.
While many families worry about college admissions, autistic high school students and their parents may face even higher levels of stress…
5 ways to make dorm life more comfortable
by Aniella
When I went to college, one aspect I didn’t give much thought to was my living situation.
5 ways I used my gap year to my advantage
By Dominic Zullo
Everybody learns at their own pace, and moving at your own pace is crucial.
From frightened freshman to award-winning filmmaker—how getting help opened up my world
by Joshua Pitney
It was not until the summer of 2020 that I learned that I was autistic. I was applying for colleges, and one of the application questions asked was how I was unique…
Why “College Living Experience” is the right first step for me
By Eva Fetherman
I know that if I want to become a real actress I will need to have independence from my parents…
Self Advocacy 101 for school and beyond
by Caroline
Self advocacy means speaking up for your needs. And self advocacy may mean something different in context…
Occupational therapy for neurodiverse students—what’s that?
by Karen Keptner
Students on the spectrum may seek and be offered a range of supports to make college…
Diagnosis disclosure: courage & consequences
by Dr. Jan Blacher
Many students on the spectrum struggle with the disclosure question, espeially when completing college applications.
A certificate, or a program—what are you really looking for?
by Jessica Keefhaver
When a bachelor’s or associate’s degree is not your goal, students on the spectrum seeking a college experience…
4 tips for transferring from a junior college to a four-year university
by Jasmine
Maybe you lack the confidence to take the next step. I have been there, but I did it, and so can you!
How to come out of your shell and make friends in college
by Guillermo
Grind for grades, grind for connections, grind for recommendations…
Managing Anxiety 101
by Dr. Eric Endlich, Ph.D.
While many families worry about college admissions, autistic high school students and their parents may face even higher levels of stress…
5 ways to make dorm life more comfortable
by Aniella
When I went to college, one aspect I didn’t give much thought to was my living situation.