Launch UMD Project Helps Empower Neurodivergent Terps for the Workforce
This year, the University of Maryland’s Neurodiversity and Autism Transition Services (NATS) SIGNA Program proudly celebrates its 10th anniversary! Housed in the Department of Hearing and Speech Sciences, SIGNA has been a national leader in supporting autistic and other neurodivergent UMD students through a unique, four-pronged model:
- Skills training for neurodivergent students
- Clinical education for speech-language pathology students
- Research to improve clinical outcomes
- Campus and community outreach
Giving Opportunity: The Lab for Autism and Neurodiversity Employment
Neurodivergent students often face barriers to employment—not due to lack of talent, but due to a lack of inclusive preparation and opportunity. That’s why we’re launching the Lab for Autism and Neurodiversity Employment: a bold initiative to prepare our students for internships, job placements, and long-term career success.
Your support will help us:
Develop customized employment readiness workshops
Partner with inclusive employers for internships and job shadowing
Provide peer mentorship and coaching
Create research-informed tools to support neurodivergent success in the workplace
Published on Mon, Nov 10, 2025 - 10:45AM