I might be Autistic: Exploring and accepting my autism
By Monetta Wilson Trigger warning: mental health, depression, suicidal thoughts I was sitting in the front seat of my then-boyfriend’s car when he looked over at me and said, “Sometimes…
9 influential women in world history
Women have made a profound impact on world history, but their stories weren’t always told in great detail. From leading armies to breaking down medical barriers to heading nations, women…
On Perseverence
By Arjun Agarwal Hello to my fellow peers. Louie Pasture once said, “Let me tell you the secret that has led to my goals. My strength lies solely in tenacity.”…
Support and pride strengthens communities
Great strides have been made in recent years to make members of the LGBTQ+ community feel more welcome. LGBTQ+ refers to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (or questioning), and the…
How To Be An Ally for the Disability Community
By Zane Landin There are many diverse members of the disability community — people with disabilities, allies, caretakers, caregivers, and advocates. People with disabilities have advocated for themselves in unique,…
Disability Awareness: Progress Since the ADA and Challenges Ahead
By Rick Hoel Disability awareness has been defined as a capability or skill of “being mindful of the disabilities of people and managing to communicate and work with them effectively.”…
What is Disability Pride Month and Why is it Important?
By Zane Landin On July 26, 1990, The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law. The ADA law was a key moment for the disability community. The ADA…
Airplanes and the Autistic
By Tejas Rao Sankar At the airport, I am in otherwise a happy place. I am traveling to a beautiful country I have never visited before. The aerobridge into the…
Virtual Conferences Provide Key Opportunity for Accessibility
By John Loeppky There was concern from some at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic that, in the words of research journal Nature, 2020 could be “a year without conferences.”…
Double Rainbows – Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Neurodiversity
By Dana Vilker Around the world, the LGBTQA+ community is starting to recognize the place of neurodivergent members in the community and the need for our inclusion. At first glance,…