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BUILD ON SPECIAL STRENGTHS (BOSS)

BUILD ON SPECIAL STRENGTHS (BOSS). College Support for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Nonverbal Leaning Disabilities, and Related Challenges. Presented at the DADD Showcase Session CEC Convention Nashville, TN April 21-24, 2010 Dianne Zager, Ph.D. Pace University New York City

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BUILD ON SPECIAL STRENGTHS (BOSS)

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  1. BUILD ON SPECIAL STRENGTHS (BOSS) College Support for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Nonverbal Leaning Disabilities, and Related Challenges Presented at the DADD Showcase Session CEC Convention Nashville, TN April 21-24, 2010 Dianne Zager, Ph.D. Pace University New York City This presentation is supported by the Center for Teaching and Research in Autism of Pace University and MetSchools, NYC.

  2. Goal: Enable and empower academically capable young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)/Asperger Syndrome and related challenges to succeed in college.

  3. Students… Are matriculated in a Bachelor of Science Degree Program Attend undergraduate classes with Pace students Are Engaged in all facets of campus life Reside in university dormitories

  4. Services Include: • Special admission process and criteria • Individualized advisement and supervision for course selection • Academic support, such as tutoring and accommodations • Residential Support • Support in campus and community life • Career development and internships • Integration into community organizations • Peer mentoring

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