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Deputy Director Dave Caudel Features in Article on Neurodivergent Physicists
Jun. 13, 2023—Frist Center for Autism and Innovation Deputy Director Dave Caudel, was recently quoted in a Symmetry article on the struggles faced by neurodivergent physicists. When discussing the loss of talent in physics due to students not receiving appropriate support and understanding Dr. Caudel says: “One of the things that really keeps me up at night...
FCAI May Webinar Now Available on YouTube
May. 26, 2023—The FCAI May Webinar in now available on YouTube!! In this episode, FCAI program manager interviews Dave Thompson of Potentia about Belonging in Neurodiversity. Dave is the Director of Strategic Programs for Potentia Workforce, and works to support companies in becoming more neuroinclusive through training on best practices, as well as recruiting and providing ongoing support...
FCAI Project Coordinator, Jessica Schonhut-Stasik, is Guest on Square Pegs Podcast
May. 26, 2023—“Square Pegs,” is a thought-provoking podcast with engaging content and insightful discussions, surrounding the experiences of neurodiverse graduate students. With a keen focus on promoting diversity and inclusivity, Arash Zaghi brings together a wide range of guests who challenge societal norms and share their unique perspectives. On the latest episode of Square Pegs, Arash interviews...
FCAI May Webinar Announcement
May. 17, 2023—Our May webinar is almost here! Join Frist Center Program Manager Jessica Schonhut-Stasik in conversation with Dave Thompson of Potentia on the subject of Belonging in the Work Place. Date: May 25th 2023 Time: 9am HST / 12pm PDT / 2pm CDT / 3pm EDT Register Here. All of our previous webinars can be found...
Upcoming Vanderbilt Kennedy Center Webinar “Nothing About Us Without Us.”
May. 17, 2023—On May 18th, the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center (VKC) Research Ethics Grand Rounds will be having a webinar panel discussion with a focus on what “Nothing About Us Without Us” can look like within a research setting. The panel will include two VKC researchers and two disability self-advocates who serve on an advisory level for their...
FCAI Director Keivan Stassun One of Four Vanderbilt VUMC Faculty to be Elected as AAAS Members
May. 1, 2023—The American Academy of Arts and Sciences announced the election of four Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center faculty among its 2023 cohort of 270 new members, including Frist Center for Autism and Innovation director Keivan Stassun. The academy is an honorary society that recognizes and celebrates the excellence of its members and an...
Free Virtual Game Design and Employment Skills Workshop and Research Study in Summer 2023
Apr. 30, 2023—This summer Tech Kids Unlimited, a non-profit organization which teaches students how to learn differently, is offering a summer program for autistic youth who wish to participate in a research study to learn game design and employment skills. Participation is free and students will earn up to $115 in gift cards for attending. The workshops...
College Autism Summit Launching Webinar and Training Series for Developing New Autism Support Initiatives on Campus
Apr. 29, 2023—The College Autism Network is very pleased to announce a webinar series designed for higher ed professionals who are starting a new initiative or program on their campus. “Square One: Launching a Campus-Based Autism Support Initiative”. Square One is a three-part virtual instructional series for higher education professionals interested in launching a campus program or initiative...
National Academies to Hold National Leadership Summit on Disrupting Ableism and Advancing STEM
Apr. 28, 2023—On June 5, 2023, the National Academy of Sciences is hosting conversations on Disrupting Ableism and Advancing STEM. The events will begin with a National Leadership Summit on June 5, 2023, in Washington D.C. and online. The launch event will take on a hybrid format on June 5. All remaining events are virtual. They will explore...
NISE Fellow Hari Srinivasan Published Op-Ed in The Boston Globe
Apr. 25, 2023—We are so proud of NISE fellow Hari Shrinivasan, who wrote his first Boston Globe op-ed this week entitled “Is it better to describe someone as ‘autistic’ or as a ‘person with autism?'” In this piece, Hari discusses the importance of intent and context when using identity-first or person-first language; he states: “… it’s important...