Neurodiversity at SU is a project to support autistic and neurodivergent matriculated students at Syracuse University. This pilot program, supported through a gift from Karen Colapietro Seybold G’92, provides greater research opportunities and direct support for degree-seeking autistic students at Syracuse University.
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Exploratory Research
This program is informed by and responsive to the specific needs of neurodivergent college students at Syracuse University. Please complete our survey so we can determine specific areas of needed focus.
College Skills Workshop Series
We host a series of workshops on topics including self-advocacy, time management and study skills, using campus resources, collaboration with peers, communication with faculty members, problem-solving, getting involved socially, and accessing supports.
Inclusive Social Events
We host social events that help neurodivergent students experience the campus community and focus on the development of team-building skills.
Resources
- Center for Disability Resources supports students by developing individual accommodation plans to mitigate environmental barriers and to provide equitable access to learning.
- Disability Cultural Center (DCC) coordinates campus-wide social, educational, and cultural activities on disability issues for students, staff, and community members with and without disabilities.
Previous Events
- Recording: Neurodiversity in the University Classroom: Empowering Faculty and Staff to Support Neurodiverse and Autistic Students (April 1, 2022)
- Recording: Neurodiversity at SU: Tips, Tools and Strategies for Success in College (April 18, 2022).
- Recording: Neurodiversity in the University Classroom: Facilitating a Supportive Classroom Environment (December 8, 2022)
- Recording: Nick Walker: Anti-oppressive Approaches to Teaching Neurodivergent Students (April 4, 2023)
- Download our Oct 3 Booklet from the DEIA Symposium
- Recording: Neurodiversity at SU: (Re) Designing Courses Based on Students’ Interests (October 10, 2023)
- Recording: Neurodiversity in the University Classroom: Understanding Mental Health through a Neurodiversity Paradigm (March 26, 2024)