Spectrum in Aggieland

About Spectrum in Aggieland

Spectrum in Aggieland is a program administered by Disability Resources to support students on the Autism Spectrum. Previously, Spectrum in Aggieland was a Living Learning Community (LLC) on campus but during the Fall 2023 semester it transitioned into a program to support students, faculty, and staff through 3 main purposes:

1. Engaging with autistic students through weekly meetings
2. Educating faculty, staff, and the campus community about autism
3. Provide a safe space for students by offering a pop-up sensory room

To learn more, please fill out the interest form to be placed on our mailing list. You are also welcome to contact Disability Resources and ask to speak to an Access Coordinator who facilitates the group. Please contact the office at 979.845.1637 or [email protected].

• Primary Coordinator: Joshua Page, Senior Access Coordinator – [email protected]
• Other Coordinators:
  • Kristin Eiland, Access Coordinator – [email protected]
  • Mary Pyles, Access Coordinator – [email protected]

For Students

Participation in the Spectrum in Aggieland program is free of charge and all students who identify as autistic are welcome to join. Students do not need to be registered with Disability Resources to be able to participate. The program has weekly meetings which focuses on providing resources and discussions targeted to students’ needs and interests. We aim to create a safe space through social and community building.

Previous semesters have included topics such as transition to college life, preparing for job searching, and technology. Speakers have presented from on campus resources such as the Career Center, the Academic Success Center, the University Writing Center, and Disability Resources.

For Faculty and Staff

Spectrum in Aggieland works to educate faculty and staff through informational sessions, presentations, and webinars on autism and related topics. Education can also be provided on accessibility and how to promote inclusivity for autistic individuals.