What students are saying about Longhorn TIES

"TIES made me believe it was possible for me to not only complete my undergraduate degree, but to do so while forging social connections and exploring new aspects of myself. With a balance of concrete skills development and opportunities for social enrichment, TIES instills confidence and courage in its members."

 

"I find Longhorn TIES extremely helpful, especially in helping students on the spectrum reach success academically and socially. I would recommend it to anyone."

 

"TIES helped me figure out ways to succeed in my challenging classes. I learned how to overcome my challenges in academics, social skills, and personal life."

 

"TIES was an incredible support through my time at UT. It meant a lot to me to be able to process and plan my weeks, working on larger life goals alongside all of the little tasks. It gave me a lot more security and confidence in the moment that I was able to carry forward."

 

"This semester, I feel like my progression of becoming more independent grew tremendously, thanks to the TIES Coaching Meetings."

 

"TIESplus has helped me remember my agency."

Students sitting at a desk and crafting pieces of paper. In the foreground, there is a staff member with a "celebrate neurodiversity" shirt written on the back.
students gathered around a table. A Student is smiling while playing a board game.
two students looking at the camera with a "hook'em" handsign
students at a table making slime. One student is smiling at the camera with slime in her hands.