A-SCENE
The Autism Self-Advocacy Center for Equity and Neurodiversity in Engineering (A-SCENE) aims to create a model by which Schools of Engineering can deploy a comprehensive and fully interconnected system of programs and supports to ensure that neurodiverse students can access and succeed in engineering majors and careers – from the undergraduate experience, to graduate training and professional development, to meaningful engagement in the STEM workforce.
Project Goals
A clearer path into engineering for neurodiverse students
A-SCENE is creating a connected system that helps neurodiverse students enter engineering programs with confidence and get the support they need from day one through graduation.
Practical tools for universities
We are developing guides, training, and ready to use resources that help faculty, advisors, and student support teams create learning environments where neurodiverse students can succeed.
Stronger partnerships with engineering employers
Our work connects students with engineering companies through mentoring, hands on projects, internships, and early career opportunities that match their strengths and interests.
The Neurodiversity in Engineering Playbook
With input from all partner universities, we are assembling a national Playbook that any school of engineering can use to launch or strengthen neuroinclusive programs.
A model that others can adopt
Once the system is tested and refined, it will be prepared for broader use by additional engineering schools that want to support neurodiverse talent in a real and sustainable way.
Participating Institutions
Arizona State University -- Ira A. Fulton School of Engineering
Northeastern University -- College of Engineering
University of Connecticut -- College of Engineering
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign -- The Grainger College of Engineering
University of Missouri -- College of Engineering
Vanderbilt University -- School of Engineering