Debut of Diversity: The Emerging Conversation about Autism and Higher Education

Know what to expect in college! The transition from high school to college can be challenging, especially for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families. DEBUT OF DIVERSITY: THE EMERGING CONVERSATION ABOUT CONVERSATION ABOUT AUTISM AND HIGHER EDUCATION seeks to ease this transition from both sides, the student and the institution, in order to ensure success. The author looks beyond plain statistics and traditional approaches to personalize the experience for each student, and also provides helpful information that can be used for all young adults starting college for the first time, on such topics as how to talk to your professor, set up appointments with administration, and manage your time efficiently.