Making the Most of Open-ended Interview Questions
The interview process is a critical component of a job application. It is an opportunity for you to connect one-on-one...
Creating an Environment Where All Can Thrive
Diversity, equity, and inclusion, or DEI, are trendy topics in today’s world. So, what do they mean? Diversity, equity, and...
Considerations Before Resigning from a Job
Much like the pursuit of a job, the decision to leave a role requires self-reflection, caution, and professional behavior throughout the process. No...
Driving Forward: Living Your Best Life as an Autistic Adult
This webinar took place on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, and was presented by Shea Belsky, Ember Glowing, Deborah Hammer, and...
2026 Postsecondary Scholarship Applications Open December 5
The 2026 OAR Scholarship Program opens for applications on Friday, December 5, 2025, and remains open until Monday, April 20,...
Press Release: OAR Announces 2025 Scholarship Recipients
ARLINGTON, VA, August 15, 2025 – The Organization for Autism Research (OAR) is pleased to announce the 2025 recipients of...
Build College Readiness and Independence
When families think about college preparation, it’s easy to focus on grades, test scores, and applications. But for autistic students,...
Networking Stinks. But It Could Be Better.
Networking stinks. Yes, I said it. Why? The Oxford English Dictionary defines networking as “the action or process of making...
Creating Autism-Friendly Campus Spaces
In October 2024, OAR’s Board of Directors authorized funding for five applied autism research grants and one autism resource grant. These new...
Network Successfully and Less Stressfully
Does the mere mention of networking make your heart race? If so, you’re in good company. Autistic job seekers often...
Succeeding in College as a Late-Diagnosed Autistic Person
The transition to college is a difficult time for any student, but being an unidentified autistic person made this transition...
Many discussions about autistic adolescents and young adults focus on skill development. Caregivers and professionals play an important role in...
