Longhorn TIES Neurodivergence Support

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Seeking autism and/or ADHD support? 

Longhorn TIES Neurodivergence Support is here for you throughout your tenure at The University of Texas at Austin. 

Longhorn TIES (Transition, Illuminate, Empower, Succeed) seeks to enhance the student experience for those who identify as neurodivergent (autism, ADHD, etc.) through self-advocacy, connections and training. 

Longhorn TIES encompasses one-on-one student support  through TIESplus and drop-in coaching services, NDatUT campus-wide programs and events, presentations and trainings, and more.

What is Neurodivergence?

Neurodivergence recognizes and celebrates the natural differences in human brain wiring. Individuals may self-identify as neurodivergent or identify with one of several neurodivergent diagnoses, including but not limited to: 

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Social Pragmatic Communication Disorder
  • Tourette’s Syndrome, and more. 

Neurodivergent students, staff and faculty are essential and celebrated members of The University of Texas at Austin community.

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Student Support

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NDatUT Events

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Training & Resources

Request a training for your group or browse our online resources

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    It’s Myth Buster Monday!<br>Each week, we bust a common myth about neurodivergence.<br><br>Myth: “Neurodivergence is just a trend or buzzword.”
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    It’s Myth Buster Monday!
    Each week, we bust a common myth about neurodivergence.

    Myth: “Neurodivergence is just a trend or buzzword.”

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    Meeting your new roommate soon?✨<br>Start things off right with these tips:<br>- Start with a warm greeting.<br>- Don't be afraid to chat about your living habits—things like sleep schedules, sensory needs or study styles.
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    Meeting your new roommate soon?✨
    Start things off right with these tips:
    - Start with a warm greeting.
    - Don't be afraid to chat about your living habits—things like sleep schedules, sensory needs or study styles.

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    We had a BLAST supporting our newest Longhorns this summer at orientation. Our sensory break provided a COLORFUL space for creativity, rest and community building. It was awesome meeting everyone and sharing what neurodivergence support looks like on campus.<br>&nbsp;
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    We had a BLAST supporting our newest Longhorns this summer at orientation. Our sensory break provided a COLORFUL space for creativity, rest and community building. It was awesome meeting everyone and sharing what neurodivergence support looks like on campus.
     

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    Emotion Tracking is a simple way to understand your mood patterns and make healthier choices.<br><br>Here’s how:<br>1️⃣ Pick a method: Emojis, colors or one-word check-ins—whatever works for you!<br>2️⃣ Set a time: Check in 2–3 times a day—morning, afternoon and evening.
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    Emotion Tracking is a simple way to understand your mood patterns and make healthier choices.

    Here’s how:
    1️⃣ Pick a method: Emojis, colors or one-word check-ins—whatever works for you!
    2️⃣ Set a time: Check in 2–3 times a day—morning, afternoon and evening.

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    Feeling stuck, low on energy, or just not sure what you need? Try building a self-care list.<br><br>A self-care list consists of things that help you feel better, especially when decision fatigue hits. <br><br>Create your self-care list by:
    @longhornties

    Feeling stuck, low on energy, or just not sure what you need? Try building a self-care list.

    A self-care list consists of things that help you feel better, especially when decision fatigue hits.

    Create your self-care list by:

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    From UT Austin to Unilever, Aaron Allen has been advocating for accessibility since day one. As a Longhorn TIES alum and a UT Austin 2024 graduate, Aaron is now a leader in Unilever’s Future Leaders Program.
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    From UT Austin to Unilever, Aaron Allen has been advocating for accessibility since day one. As a Longhorn TIES alum and a UT Austin 2024 graduate, Aaron is now a leader in Unilever’s Future Leaders Program.

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    Now Hiring: NDatUT Student Liaisons for Fall 2025!<br><br>Join the Longhorn TIES team and help bring NDatUT programs to life! As a student liaison, you'll support planning and hosting events like neurodiversity socials, mixers, Fidget Fridays and more.<br>
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    Now Hiring: NDatUT Student Liaisons for Fall 2025!

    Join the Longhorn TIES team and help bring NDatUT programs to life! As a student liaison, you'll support planning and hosting events like neurodiversity socials, mixers, Fidget Fridays and more.

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    We've teamed up with the Counseling and Mental Health Center to offer Neurodivergent Voices—a drop-in support group for students who identify as neurodivergent, with or without a formal diagnosis.<br>
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    We've teamed up with the Counseling and Mental Health Center to offer Neurodivergent Voices—a drop-in support group for students who identify as neurodivergent, with or without a formal diagnosis.

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    Our TIESplus option provides personalized coaching for UT Austin students with ADHD and/or autism. Our trained coaches support students in executive functioning, time management, social communication, independent living and more. <br>
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    Our TIESplus option provides personalized coaching for UT Austin students with ADHD and/or autism. Our trained coaches support students in executive functioning, time management, social communication, independent living and more.

Upcoming Events

Event Status
Scheduled
Thursday August 28, 2025, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
WCP 2.304 (Black Box Theater)
Saddle up for a Western-themed Welcome Mixer! Stop by this come-and-go event for themed snacks, games, and sensory crafts in a relaxed environment. NDatUT events are designed with the sensory and social needs of neurodivergent students in mind and are open to campus. This event is co-hosted by Longhorn TIES Neurodivergence Support and the Disability Cultural Center.
Event Status
Scheduled
Thursday August 28, 2025, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Texas Union Building Theater (UNB 2.228)
Stitch together one last summer memory with E+E Showtime and Longhorn TIES before hitting the books with our sensory-friendly screening event of Lilo & Stitch (2025)!
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