SCTL News & Updates
Past Events: 2018
CEDAR: Community Engagement in Deafness and Autism Research Conference
Saturday, October 13, 2018, Branford House, University of Connecticut Avery Point Campus
SCTL is thrilled to co-sponsor the upcoming Community Engagement in Deafness and Autism Research (CEDAR) Conference! Our hope is to address and better understand some of the fundamental issues that can create barriers to community-engaged research in the ASD and deaf communities. We invite all stakeholders (Deaf and autistic people, their families, clinicians, policy-makers, teachers, scientists, and community members) to participate in our conversation. We welcome everyone's participation and hope you may join us!
Saturday, October 13, 2018, Branford House, University of Connecticut Avery Point Campus
SCTL is thrilled to co-sponsor the upcoming Community Engagement in Deafness and Autism Research (CEDAR) Conference! Our hope is to address and better understand some of the fundamental issues that can create barriers to community-engaged research in the ASD and deaf communities. We invite all stakeholders (Deaf and autistic people, their families, clinicians, policy-makers, teachers, scientists, and community members) to participate in our conversation. We welcome everyone's participation and hope you may join us!
Town Hall on Transitions for Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum
Thursday, October 25 6:00pm - 8:00pm, Wang Center, Stony Brook University
Join the Social Competence and Treatment Lab and Autism Speaks Long Island for this Community Town Hall! It will focus on the transition of young adults on the autism spectrum from adolescence into adulthood. There will be a panel discussion that will provide you with options to explore so you and your family can begin to plan for adulthood. RSVP and register for free online by clicking here. We look forward to seeing you there!
Thursday, October 25 6:00pm - 8:00pm, Wang Center, Stony Brook University
Join the Social Competence and Treatment Lab and Autism Speaks Long Island for this Community Town Hall! It will focus on the transition of young adults on the autism spectrum from adolescence into adulthood. There will be a panel discussion that will provide you with options to explore so you and your family can begin to plan for adulthood. RSVP and register for free online by clicking here. We look forward to seeing you there!
“Autism Spectrum Disorders: Complexities Associated with Sex Differences, Screening and Diagnosis”
Friday, October 5th 12:00pm - 1:30pm, Psychology Building A, Room 109
The Social Competence and Treatment Lab in conjunction with the Stony Brook Department of Psychology invite you to an exciting talk by Dr. Roald A. Øien! His research focuses on how gender and sex differences (behavioral, developmental, and temperamental features) affect early identification of and the development of interventions for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). For more information and to RSVP (pre-registration is free, but required) please click here. We hope to see you there!
Friday, October 5th 12:00pm - 1:30pm, Psychology Building A, Room 109
The Social Competence and Treatment Lab in conjunction with the Stony Brook Department of Psychology invite you to an exciting talk by Dr. Roald A. Øien! His research focuses on how gender and sex differences (behavioral, developmental, and temperamental features) affect early identification of and the development of interventions for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). For more information and to RSVP (pre-registration is free, but required) please click here. We hope to see you there!
South Huntington Special Education Information Fair
Thursday, May 24th 5:00-9:00pm
The Social Competence and Treatment Lab was very excited to attend this recent event held at Walt Whitman High School. The Special Needs Fair bought together local organizations, providers, and families in need of services. SCTL held an informational table and met many new families and friends in the community!
Thursday, May 24th 5:00-9:00pm
The Social Competence and Treatment Lab was very excited to attend this recent event held at Walt Whitman High School. The Special Needs Fair bought together local organizations, providers, and families in need of services. SCTL held an informational table and met many new families and friends in the community!
Autism Awareness Obstacle Course Color Challenge 2018
Saturday, May 19th, 1:00-3:00pm
Saturday, May 19th, 1:00-3:00pm
The Port Jefferson Elementary School PTSA is hosting an exciting fundraising event to promote Autism Awareness and provide a fun and inclusive activity for children and their parents. This event will include an obstacle course and colored powder, so come wearing a white shirt! Sunglasses and a white bandana will be provided to the first 100 participants. The SCTL will be there to join in on the fun! We hope to see you there! Click here for further details.
The Autism & High Functioning Asperger's Association will be hosting its Spring 2018 Conference this year addressing major topics relevant to Adults and Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum. Dr. Lerner will be presenting a conference Break out Session, "Let's Get to Work: Policy and Strategies to Support Employment", where he will be sharing some of the most recent findings from our large-scale employment survey and also sharing relevant strategies and tips to aid adults on the Autism Spectrum in succeeding in the workforce. Conference topics range from employment, relationships and access to services, all within the context of issues relevant to adults on the Autism Spectrum. Notable keynote speakers include Dr. Barry Prizant, sharing on "Autism: A Uniquely Human Experience" and Dr. Nick Dubin, presenting "Caught in the Web of the Criminal Justice System". For more information and to RSVP (space is limited!) please click here.
In celebration of Earth Day, on-campus organizations and related faculty here at Stony Brook create an engaging, week-long program which promotes environmental awareness and appreciation all across campus through various student performances and events. The Social Competence and Treatment Lab is glad to go for a second year in efforts to engage with other organizations on campus and with on campus students in the efforts to recruit passionate students to contribute to the work in our lab! We hope to see you there!
Members of the SCTL are excited to attend a Networking and Panel Discussion highlighting opportunities for students of diverse backgrounds to participate in research relating to psychology and neuroscience. As Stony Brook being one of the most diverse schools in the country, it is imperative that we encourage engagement in neuroscience research from faculty and students to foster creativity, innovation and valuable perspectives in these fields. The SCTL will be there to share about the work we do and potential recruitment opportunities! If you are an SBU student or faculty member and are interested, please click here.
The SCTL is thrilled to be attending the FIRST EVER General Membership Meeting of the Port Jefferson SEPTA to be held at the Port Jefferson Highschool Library. Dr. Lerner will be sharing about the work we're carrying out here at the SCTL and are excited to support Port Jefferson's new SEPTA chapter ! As usual, expect members of the SCTL team to be present to share about new opportunities to participate in our studies!
The Social Competence and Treatment Lab (SCTL) at Stony Brook University is excited to announce our second Music and ASD Event this Spring! In addition, we are also continuing to host a "SCTL Fair" with fun carnival games for children of all ages to enjoy at these events! RSVP and register online by clicking here.
Location: The Staller Center (Music Building) at Stony Brook University (100 Nicolls Rd. Stony Brook, NY 11790)
Parents are required to attend this event with their children (i.e. no drop off permitted at this time):
This is a FREE community event for those with Autism and their families.
This event will be an Autism friendly concert with accommodations to maximize comfort and accessibility for our guests. There will be two concurrent sections in separate rooms that participants can enter and leave at any time they wish:
This event is hosted & sponsored by The Social Competence & Treatment Lab, The Autism Awareness Club, The Department of Music at Stony Brook University and The Stony Brook University Staller Center for the Arts.
Location: The Staller Center (Music Building) at Stony Brook University (100 Nicolls Rd. Stony Brook, NY 11790)
Parents are required to attend this event with their children (i.e. no drop off permitted at this time):
This is a FREE community event for those with Autism and their families.
This event will be an Autism friendly concert with accommodations to maximize comfort and accessibility for our guests. There will be two concurrent sections in separate rooms that participants can enter and leave at any time they wish:
- The Concert Section will be geared towards those who would like to listen rather than participate in making music. Participants enjoy selections of classical music and Disney songs performed by musicians of the Stony Brook University.
- The Interactive Musical Section will be geared towards those who would like participate in making music with instruments. The instrument petting zoo team will join participants to make music together.
This event is hosted & sponsored by The Social Competence & Treatment Lab, The Autism Awareness Club, The Department of Music at Stony Brook University and The Stony Brook University Staller Center for the Arts.
We would like to note that the CEDAR Conference has been post-poned until further notice. Please refer to the program website for the official announcement at www.cedar.uconn.edu. Please stay tuned for updates by following our Facebook page and checking our website.
SCTL is thrilled to co-sponsor the upcoming Community Engagement in Deafness and Autism Research (CEDAR) Conference! Branford House at Avery Point, University of ConnecticutWe invite all stakeholders (Deaf and autistic people, their families, clinicians, policy-makers, teachers, scientists, and community members) to participate in our conversation. To learn more, to register, or to submit a contribution addressing one of the themes below, visit www.cedar.uconn.edu. We will accept submissions in English (up to 250-words) or ASL (up to 5 minutes) until January 31.
Themes:
Keynotes will include:
Please access the event flyer here for more information.
SCTL is thrilled to co-sponsor the upcoming Community Engagement in Deafness and Autism Research (CEDAR) Conference! Branford House at Avery Point, University of ConnecticutWe invite all stakeholders (Deaf and autistic people, their families, clinicians, policy-makers, teachers, scientists, and community members) to participate in our conversation. To learn more, to register, or to submit a contribution addressing one of the themes below, visit www.cedar.uconn.edu. We will accept submissions in English (up to 250-words) or ASL (up to 5 minutes) until January 31.
Themes:
- Categories and continua in conditions and diagnoses
- What long-term outcomes do we seek for Deaf/autistic people?
- The role of basic science in understanding the diversity of the human condition
- The advantages of diversity: Beyond perceptual strengths
Keynotes will include:
- Steve Silberman, author of NeuroTribes: The Legacy of Autism and the Future of Neurodiversity, will discuss his work on diverse identities.
- Ruth Braunstein, UConn Professor of Sociology, will discuss social problem-solving.
Please access the event flyer here for more information.
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Spring Music & ASD Event!
Sunday, February 18th 2018 1-3 PM We are already planning our bi-annual Music & ASD event to be held right here on the Stony Brook University Campus! We are so excited to host this fun event for our lovely families in the community. As always, the event will feature interactive games for children as well as opportunities to quietly listen to live music performed by students at the Staller Center for the Arts, or the chance to learn about instruments and play them! More information to come! Stay up to date on our happenings at our Facebook page. RSVP will be required!
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