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Project

Students Tackling Autism-Related Syndromes - STARS Are Social

Center:

TN-Center on Developmental Disabilities, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2025

Contact Information:

Bruce Keisling
[email protected]
901-448-6511

Project Description:

Students Tackling Autism-Related Syndromes (STARS) helps autistic students complete college and develop the necessary tools to thrive in life and career. STARS Are Social provides social activities to foster personal growth and encourage friendships with peers through mixed interactions between autistic and non-autistic students.

Keyword(s):

Autism, College, Social, Peer Support

Core Function(s):

Continuing Education/Community Training, Other Direct/Model Services, Demonstration Services

Area of Emphasis

Quality Assurance, Education & Early Intervention, Recreation-Related Activities, Quality of Life

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals, Adults with Disabilities

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances, Limited English, Geographic Areas, Urban, Specific Groups

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

Regional