The OARacle is a monthly electronic newsletter that discusses research findings, resources, news from around the autism community, and perspectives from parents, professionals, and educators. Read our most recent issue, subscribe to the OARacle, or browse our archives below.
OAR Awards First Ever Synchrony Tech Career Scholarships
August 04, 2022
OAR is delighted to announce the first winners of Synchrony Tech Career Scholarships. Unlike the...
Off to College Ready for Campus Life
August 04, 2022
Going to college can be an exciting opportunity for students to discover new interests, live...
Mental Health Support Intervention Shows Promise
August 04, 2022
In 2021, Vanessa Bal, Ph.D., an associate professor and the Karmazin & Lillard Chair in...
Preparing for Adult Life and Work
August 04, 2022
Academic settings can be turbulent environments for autistic learners, especially in collegiate settings. For many,...
Myrtle Beach Strives to Be Autism Friendly
July 11, 2022
Autistic individuals and their families have an expanding number of vacation destinations and activities available...
The Marine Corps Marathon is Back!
July 11, 2022
After two years of being virtual, the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) is back to an...
What Are Communication Boards?
July 11, 2022
Communication boards are a form of augmentative and alternate communication that can be used in...
Supporting Autistic People with Significant Communication Needs
July 11, 2022
Because communication is integral to people’s ability to participate in their communities, the National Joint...
Helping Parents Reduce Challenging Behavior
July 11, 2022
In November, OAR’s Board of Directors authorized funding for five applied autism research studies in...
What We Have Accomplished With Your Help
May 31, 2022
Earlier this year, OAR laid out a set of ambitious goals to continue engaging community...
May 31, 2022
Communication is critical in many aspects of daily life to indicate our preferences, needs, and...
What We Need to Know About AAC Interventions
May 31, 2022
One of the most significant characteristics of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a “delay in,...
