The Other Autism Tips for Autistic University or College Students
Apr 1, 2025
Odosa Obasuyi, founder of Autinerary and a computer science student at the University of Toronto, shares insights for autistic students navigating higher education. He discusses the unique challenges these students face, such as graduation disparities and the importance of tailored support. Odosa emphasizes the value of personal interests in choosing majors and the complexities of networking. He also highlights Autinerary's role in fostering community engagement and redefining perceptions of autism through awareness campaigns.
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University Support Gaps for Autistics
- Autistic supports in universities often come from non-autistic perspectives and miss key needs.
- Academic struggles aren't the main issue; social barriers, diagnosis waitlists, and professor understanding are bigger problems.
High Dropout Rates for Autistic Students
- About 70% of autistic students don't graduate from post-secondary schools, a stark contrast to 40% of neurotypicals.
- This dropout rate is largely unrelated to academics and can improve quickly with proper resources.
Manage Sensory Issues at University
- Find or create sensory-friendly spaces on campus as reliable places for study or breaks.
- Use tools like noise-cancelling headphones to manage heightened sensory sensitivities.