Jessica Stasik

The Frist Center for Autism & Innovation (FCAI) at Vanderbilt University is proud to announce the successful convening of the inaugural NeuroCorps cohort on Monday and Tuesday this week. This brand-new program brings together six neurodivergent leaders, entrepreneurs, and business and non-profit leaders, comprising staff and visiting scholars, to… Read More

Dr. Tim Vogus, Deputy Director of the Frist Center for Autism and Innovation. The Frist Center for Autism and Innovation celebrates Deputy Director Dr. Tim Vogus on the publication of his new “JMS Says” essay, “Creating a Neuroinclusive Profession: Overcoming the Double Empathy Problem,” in the Journal of Management Studies. Read More

What is the study? Georgia Tech’s Collaborative Wellness and Computing (Co-Well Comp) Lab is seeking participants in their study, which intends to examine strengths-based job coaching practices for autistic individuals and explore the challenges and opportunities of using an LLM. This project aims to investigate 1) the traditional strength-based job… Read More

What is the study? This study aims to understand what autistic young adults consider essential workplace supports. Eligibility Between the ages of 18 and 29 Current or previous work experience Currently living in the United States Autistic (formal diagnosis or self-identification) Participation This survey should take about 10-15 minutes to… Read More

The Frist Center for Autism and Innovation is excited to invite you to an upcoming event focused on advancing neurodiverse employment opportunities in Middle Tennessee. On Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 8:30 AM, join us for the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce Talent Solutions Forum’s special presentation: Rockin’ Neurodiverse Employment… Read More

On September 7th, FCAI Director Keivan Stassun guested on the Imperfect Leaders Podcast, hosted by Jeffrey Cohn. From the Imperfect Leaders website: “There is no such thing as a perfect leader. We invite the country’s most admired leaders to talk about their imperfections and leadership journey.” Listen to the… Read More

Event Information Register now for our monthly Salon Series event with Frist Center for Autism and Innovation Fellows and Affiliates. In partnership with the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center. Where: Hybrid (Virtually on Zoom or in OMC241) When: Monday 22nd September 12:00pm — 1:00pm Central Register for virtual attendance… Read More

FCAI is excited to announce that our August Salon Series, featuring FCAI Distinguished Fellow and Editor-in-Chief of the Science Family of Journals, Holden Thorp, is now available online on our YouTube channel or embedded in this post. You can find out more about our Fellows and Affiliates and their… Read More

“From Barriers to Freedom: Jimmy’s Neurodivergent Journey to a Driver’s License.” In this powerful session, Jimmy explains why the SANDI Driving Simulator is essential for learners who struggle with traditional driver’s education. He highlights how SANDI provides the structure, practice, and confidence needed to prepare for life behind the wheel. Read More

🚗 From Barriers to Freedom: A Neurodivergent Journey to a Driver’s License 🚗 ⭐⭐ 6 pm CT TONIGHT! ⭐⭐ Neurodiverse Technologies welcomes its newest ambassador, Jummy Humphrey, to tell the story of his own driving journey in this webinar! Join… Read More