The more closely your job application aligns with what the company is seeking, the more likely you will receive a call back from a hiring manager and move forward in the next steps of the hiring process. Tailoring your job search materials and applying for jobs takes time and energy, so it is essential to ask yourself…
RUN FOR AUTISM is thrilled to introduce our inaugural RUN FOR AUTISM ambassador cohort! Our RFA ambassadors will connect with our athletes and strengthen the RFA community. From our Facebook groups to their local communities, our ambassadors will unite our community to make a lasting impact. Our 2025 Ambassador Cohort Beth Caruso joined the RUN…
The Rehearsal has created buzz among autistic viewers, as well as others. In this HBO reality TV series, comedian Nathan Fielder creates life-like practice sessions with sets and scripts to help people prepare for important life events. In season 1, he helped someone confess to a friend that they did not have a master’s degree…
As the Marine Corps Marathon’s golden anniversary approaches this October, OAR is excited to have a team of runners taking on the marathon and virtual 10K in support of autism research. “I’m proud to be running my 6th Marine Corps Marathon in support of OAR—a cause close to my heart. Every mile is for advancing…
OAR staff members attended the 24th Annual Meeting of the International Society for Autism Research (INSAR) in Seattle at the beginning of May. The conference showcased the ongoing and latest scientific studies, elevating the field of autism research through interdisciplinary collaborations among researchers, self-advocates, and those who serve the autism community. Conference presentations, speakers, and…
Hire Autism welcomes its spring navigator cohort of nine talented volunteers. Congratulations to Joseph Clark, Christine Carey, Zayd Khoury, Michael Baum, Paula Moore, Cei Wendland, Kiera Bevilacqua, Aline Jesus Rafi, and Janet Wolan! These new navigators will offer invaluable support in refining resumes, crafting compelling cover letters, honing interview skills, and building confidence for job…
Ready…Set…Plan! by Crystal Sanford Ready or not…here comes summer! It’s almost time for family vacations, dipping our toes in the sand or pool, and savoring late-night sunsets. But for some, summer doesn’t bring excitement and anticipation. Unfortunately, for some parents of autistic children, summer only brings more anxiety and fear of the unknown. Autistic individuals…
In October 2024, OAR’s Board of Directors authorized funding for six applied autism research grants and one autism resource grant. The new research grants total $338,844, bringing OAR’s total research funding to $5.3 million since 2002. This article is the fifth of the previews to be featured in The OARacle this year. Over half of autistic students display challenging…
All parents worry about their children’s safety, especially when the family is out of the house for any reason, from a walk in the neighborhood to a 4th of July parade. Parents of children with autism may experience heightened anxiety and concerns due to their child’s lack of expressive and receptive language, focused interests, and…
