Supporting autistic students during graduation season
April 29, 2025 | UDaily
Assistant Professor Sarah Curtiss shares guidance for supporting autistic family members during graduation season and vocational transitions
Bridging the gap
April 25, 2025 | UDaily
Retired police captain and Blue Hen alumnus Jerry Turning provides autism training to first responders across the nation
Informational card titled "Blue Envelope" designed to assist first responders during interactions with individuals who have disabilities. It lists important vehicle documents—driver’s license, registration, and insurance—and provides guidance such as speaking calmly, using simple language, and avoiding physical contact. It notes possible behaviors like anxiety, non-speaking communication, and wandering, and advises calling 911 in emergencies. Logos from the University of Delaware Center for Disabilities Studies, DMV, and State of Delaware appear at the bottom.
Delaware’s Blue Envelope Program could become law
March 30, 2025 | Delaware Online
The Ride Ahead: Finding Power in Our Community | April 14, 2025 | 4:00-6:30 p.m.
The Ride Ahead: Finding Power in Our Community
March 25, 2025 | UDaily
UD’s Center for Disabilities Studies hosts film screening and Access:Ability Scholars celebration
A festive train adorned with colorful Christmas lights, glowing brightly against the night sky. The train features intricate decorations, including wreaths and illuminated patterns, creating a cheerful holiday atmosphere. A brick-paved platform is visible in the foreground.
For neurodiverse people, holidays can present difficult challenges
December 21, 2024 | Delaware Public Media
The holidays can be stressful for many, but for neurodiverse people – both adults and kids – it can be extra-challenging.