The Learning

at the University of South Florida

The Learning Academy at the University of South Florida is a customized transition program that assists in preparing young

adults diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder for employment. The Learning Academy provides services, supports and experiential opportunities that develop and enhance each student’s independence in meeting personal career goals. Our students engage in self-discovery and career explo-ration through real-life experiences such as internships and peer mentoring which allows generalization of learned skills.

What makes us unique? Our program values are infused in all aspects of our work. We are person-cen-tered, creating an individualized path to success as defined by each student. The vast

majority of our students have gone on to college or gainful and meaningful employ-ment based on their personal preferences. We facilitate friendships with USF students through our mentorship component. Our staff continues to build a network of diverse business contacts for internship opportuni-ties and employment. Ongoing data collec-tion and student surveys inform us about how to make continuous program improve-ments. Support does not stop after students leave our program. We establish an ongoing long-term relationship to ensure success over time for each person.

We are proud to support our students with the TLA Success Fund. The monies donated to this fund will directly impact each student’s ability to reach his or her personal goals and build capacity in our community.

“[Success] means something in your life that is great that was gained through failures and great things

that will last through your older years.”

— Daniel, TLA Student

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Defining SuccessSterling is an incredibly artistic 2019 TLA graduate. Sterling interned at Arts4All Florida, a local nonprofit that promotes artists with disabilities. There, she explored her true passion of graphic design while working alongside a professional graphic designer who served as a mentor. After graduation, she took the professional and personal skills she acquired and was hired at Staples, as a print/copy associate. While working, Sterling is also attending Hillsborough Community College (HCC), where she’s pursuing graphic design as her full-time career. “Anything is possible no matter the challenge,” Sterling said. “ASD gave me a new perspective on life and made me stronger.”

A Note from the DeanI want to express my appreciation for your interest in support of the Learning Academy at the University of South Florida.

Your contribution will help students of the Learning Academy realize their true potential, and will enable these students the opportunity to create individual paths that will lead to their own personal success.

Dr. Julianne Serovich Dean and Professor College of Behavioral and Community Sciences

DONATE TO THE LEARNING ACADEMY SUCCESS FUND TODAY!We greatly appreciate your consideration of this proposal and the promise that such a gift will bring to the students and young adults in the Learning Academy at USF. For additional information about the fund, please contact Christine Rover with the Learning Academy at USF, 813-974-9264, crover@usf.edu.

Gifts to the Learning Academy Success Fund may be made on-line at https://usf.to/LearningAcademy or by completing the form below.

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The University of South Florida Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization soliciting tax-deductible private contributions for the benefit of the University of South Florida. The Foundation is registered to solicit charitable contributions with the appropriate governing authorities in all states requiring registration. The organization is located at 4202 E. Fowler Ave., ALC100, Tampa, FL 33620. Financial and other information about the University of South Florida Foundation’s purpose, programs, and activities can be obtained by contacting the Office of Donor Relations, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., ALC100, Tampa, FL33620 or by calling (813) 974-2035.

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Thank you for your support!