College and Mental Health: An Interview with Nyla Cooper
OAR interviewed Nyla Cooper, a 2022 Synchrony Family Scholarship winner, and member of OAR’s Scholars’ Society, about the impact of mental health on her…
In a recent Biospace article, John Ricco, the co-founder of Atlantic Group Recruiting, explained that autistic employees “often…
OAR Announces Synchrony Tech Scholarship Recipients
It is OAR’s pleasure to announce the two recipients of the first of two rounds of the 2023 Synchrony…
OAR Awards 55 Scholarships to Autistic College Students
OAR has awarded 55 students with scholarships for 2023, bringing the scholarship total to $1,717,500 provided to 558 autistic…
Preparing for the Transition to Adulthood
Adulthood brings increasing levels of independence, choice, and personal control. For students in special education, adulthood begins with what is known in the…
The Ever-Changing Path to Independence—Step by Step
Our 32-year-old son, Matt, has what I call “classic” autism. With limited communication and social skills — and generally unaware of danger —…
From Job Search to the First Day on the Job
You did it. Congratulations! You made the choice to find a job. Whether you are looking for your first job or a new…
Getting Involved on Your College Campus
As a new college student, it’s normal to feel both excited and nervous for life on campus. After all, you’re surrounded by new people,…
Advice for the Transition to College
When Ryan Neale went to UCLA, his dream school, he struggled in the first months of his freshman year…
Sexuality and Relationship Webinars Well Received
Throughout April and May, OAR teamed up with experts and researchers to deliver a four-part webinar series on the…
Fall Webinars Focus on the Workplace
Join OAR this fall for four live webinar events on autism in the workplace that will offer practical strategies, tools, and support plans…
Higher Education on the Spectrum
OAR strives to support autistic young adults in their transition to college and adulthood, a process that can be overwhelming as they leave…
