COD Offers 'Autism Speaks' Series This Fall

College of DuPage will offer a series of free presentations on topics relating to autism this fall at the Glen Ellyn campus, 425 Fawell Blvd.

All presentations are held at 7 p.m. in the Student Resource Center, Room 2000. The sessions are designed to raise awareness about autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Presenters will speak on a variety of topics, including success in adulthood; relationships and sexuality; biological and genetic research; behavioral and biological treatment options; personal triumphs; therapist perspectives; and teaching interventions.

"We received a grant to develop a mentor program and speakers series, bringing some of the top experts on autism to College of DuPage," said COD counselor and Professor Michael Duggan. "This free series will cover a variety of topics that are important for both our students and community members. We hope many people will take advantage of the great resources offered through this series."

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Upcoming presentations include:

• "Thriving in Adulthood with Autism" with Dr. Tim Wahlberg, Wednesday, Aug. 26

• "Exploring the Mysteries of Autism" with Dr. William Walsh, Wednesday, Sept. 23

• "Integrating Biological and Behavioral Interventions for People with Autism Spectrum Disorder" with Dr. Latha Soorya, Tuesday, Sept. 29

• "Autism Spectrum Disorders - Understanding Dating, Relationships and Sexual Boundaries" with Dr. Frederica Theus, Tuesday, Oct. 13

• "On the Benefits of Being Different" with Neal Heatherly, Wednesday, Oct. 28

• "Speaking of Autism: Communication Strategies for Connection and Collaboration with Those on the Autism Spectrum" with Brian King, Tuesday, Nov. 3

• "Rolling with it in the Neuro-Diverse Classroom" with Matt Oakes and Maureen Lowry-Fritz, Monday, Nov. 16.