Summer Conference
University of San Diego
School of Leadership and Education Sciences
Autism Institute
Presents the
Summer Autism Institute
Autism: Work With Me, Not On Me
June 23 - 25, 2008
Monday June 23, 2008 – 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Tuesday June 24, 2008 – 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Wednesday June 25, 2008 – 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
University of San Diego
Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice Theatre and Rotunda
Reception June 23 5 p.m.
Garden of the Sea and Room “G”
Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice
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Presenters:
Anne M. Donnellan, Ph.D.
Stephen Hinkle
Martha R. Leary, MA, CCC-SLP
Nan Negri, Ph.D.
Kate McGinnity, MS
Estee Wolfond
The Autism Hub Bloggers
Jodi Robledo, Ph.D.
Darlene Hanson, MA, CCC
J.D. Walsh
Diana Pastora Carson, M.Ed.
Conference Description:
This unique conference brings state-of-the-art ideas from national and international speakers on how to better understand and support individuals who live with autism. Topics will include:
- Rhythm, Relationship, and Communication
- The Role of Movement Differences in Communication and Participation
- Applying Dynamic Systems Theory
- Communication Supports
- Supporting Social/Emotional Development
- Relationships and Relationship-Development
- Sensitivity Training – Understanding the Lived Experience of Persons with the Autism Label
- Relaxation Techniques and Yoga
- Exploration in Using Rhythm as Accommodations
- Panel of Individuals with Autism
- Autism Hub Bloggers
Registration:
Early Registration (before 5/19/08): $295.00
Late Registration (5/19/08 – 6/23/08): $320.00
Cost includes: handouts, breakfast, and snacks. Units available are:
2.0 Graduate Extension credits; EDU 539YE 0608 01
3 USD Graduate credits, Special Topics in Autism: EDSP 449/549
(for more information visit http://leadership.sandiego.edu, or contact Beth Yemma at 619-260-7790)
Registration: Online registration at www.usd-online.org (click on Summer Autism Conference under upcoming events) or call Marilyn Green at (619) 260-5902.
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For all questions about registration please contact Marilyn Green at (619) 260-5902.
All other questions: autisminstitute@sandiego.edu
(619) 260-7705
