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.

1,700+ Hours

1-1 Coaching Provided Last Year

1,500+ Attendees

at NDatUT Events Last Year

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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NDatUT Events

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Training & Resources

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    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.

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    Looking for campus community around ADHD and/or autism? <br /><br />NDatUT events and programming highlight the strengths and experiences of neurodivergent Longhorns and bring students together!<br /><br />Click on the link in our bio to view the NDatUT events calendar.
    @longhornties

    Looking for campus community around ADHD and/or autism?

    NDatUT events and programming highlight the strengths and experiences of neurodivergent Longhorns and bring students together!

    Click on the link in our bio to view the NDatUT events calendar.

  • Instagram Post
    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 trainings.<br>
    @longhornties

    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 trainings.

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    Take a sensory break from the hustle and bustle of orientation and unwind with Longhorn TIES at a fun come-and-go event with slime, Legos, fidgets and more. <br><br>-Day 2 of Each Orientation Session<br>-3:30-4:45 p.m. <br>-Jester Lounge <br>
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    Take a sensory break from the hustle and bustle of orientation and unwind with Longhorn TIES at a fun come-and-go event with slime, Legos, fidgets and more.

    -Day 2 of Each Orientation Session
    -3:30-4:45 p.m.
    -Jester Lounge

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    Nicolas Saliani is a former Longhorn TIES student who graduated in spring 2024 with a Bachelor of Science in Arts and Entertainment Technologies. Post-graduation, Nicolas is already doing BIG things!<br>
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    Nicolas Saliani is a former Longhorn TIES student who graduated in spring 2024 with a Bachelor of Science in Arts and Entertainment Technologies. Post-graduation, Nicolas is already doing BIG things!

Upcoming Events

Neurodivergent Voices: Drop-In Support Group

Event Status
Scheduled
Wednesday July 9, 2025, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Recurs: Weekly on Wednesday, 4 - 5pm until Wed, Aug 13 2025
Virtual - Register for Link
This group creates space for connection and discussion focused on sharing resources, tips and advice on managing life as an ND person. Click the event title to register.

NDatUT: Sensory Break

Event Status
Scheduled
Tuesday July 15, 2025, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Jester Glass Lounge
Incoming students, take a sensory break from the hustle and bustle of Longhorn Orientation at this come-and-go event with slime, Legos, fidgets and more.
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