Thursday, September 18

Belonging on Their Terms: Friendship Experiences of Autistic College Students
Students, Employees, Alumni
12:00 pm, Online Seminar

Meeting Link: https://pitt.zoom.us/j/94625574235

Presenters: Katie Tobin McDermott – Consultant; Dr. Karly Ball Isaacson – Michigan State University

College Autism Network: This presentation highlights autistic undergraduate college students’ perspectives on friendship using data from the PEACES project, a national, longitudinal, mixed methods study. We present key findings related to participants’ engagement in autistic spaces, practicing autistic authenticity, and bonding over shared interests. Drawing from these findings, we discuss strategies for higher education professionals and researchers to support belonging among this unique student group.

NOTE: This event is not hosted by, and is not associated with, any individual or group at UMBC.