Voices from the Past
Check out these quotes from some of our past Project ASD scholars regarding their experiences going through the program!
"I am proud to be a recent Project ASD graduate, earning my Masters in Education and State Endorsement in Autism. Project ASD enhanced my experiences as a classroom teacher and provided knowledge of current research as well as researched-based practices within the field of autism. Participating in Project ASD has strongly influenced my dedication in working with individuals of all ages on the autism spectrum and I am proud to continue my work as an Autism Disorders Specialist with UCF Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD). I admire and appreciate the faculty and peer mentors that I was so fortunate to have worked in collaboration with throughout my program."-Lisa, Spring 2019 Graduate
"Project ASD changed my entire career course. I never knew how much I would fall in love with students with ASD. After 8 years as an educator for this population I have built meaningful relationships, challenged myself and my students, truly made a difference, and love what I do every single day! Thank you Project ASD for providing me with this extraordinary opportunity!"- Jessica, Fall 2012 Graduate
"Project ASD was an unexpected blessing filled with challenges that brought forth much fruit. I now begin a new journey helping students, parents and the community with my expertise. Watch out world, here I come." -Susan, Fall 2018 Graduate
While Heather was in the Project ASD program, she had the opportunity to present a poster at a Conference held at UCF!
"I had an amazing experience as part of Project ASD and am very thankful that I was able to participate, learn and graduate." -Sue, Summer 2018 Graduate
"Through this experience, I have realized that this is truly the field I want to be in. Project ASD helped me gain the knowledge and techniques necessary when working with children with Autism. I love that I am making a positive difference in others lives!" -Carolina, Fall 2018 Certificate Graduate
"Project ASD is a wonderful program. It has prepared me for the challenges of teaching students with Autism. The experience was eye opening, enlightening, and amazing. It has allowed me to gain new insight on how to teach students with Autism Spectrum disorder and to better understand it through literature, presentations, videos, and hands-on experiences. Because of this program, I am better prepared to teach my current students who have ASD. Thank you Project ASD for this great opportunity." -Shenika, Fall 2018 Certificate Graduate
"I so appreciate the encouragement from this program. I am exceedingly grateful for all the work everyone has put into it. It's a fantastic program and has changed my views as an educator forever and for the better." - Diego, Fall 2019 Graduate