Audience: Teens and young adults
Description: The TAA is pleased to collaborate with Diverse Abilities in Business (DAB) to host a virtual program supporting teens in the TS community. This webinar will focus on personal disclosure, preparing for higher education, and self-advocacy in a college setting.
Key Takeaways:
- Take advantage of on-campus resources like testing accommodations and campus psychological services.
- Learn strategies for advocating your needs and communicating effectively with faculty and other students.
- Start thinking about your career early so you can make a wise choice that aligns with your personal preferences and long-term goals.
Arjun Suri
Arjun “Saahil” Suri is the founder and president of Diverse Abilities in Business. He is currently studying Business Administration at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Born and raised in New York City, Arjun was diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome early in life. Growing up with this disorder and through his experiences volunteering with the Tourette Association of America, Arjun has nurtured a strong interest in disability advocacy. Arjun plans to pursue a career in investment banking. In his free time, he enjoys playing squash and boxing.
Eric Ji
Eric Ji was diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome at age nine and trained to be a Rising Leader with the TAA in 2023. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan and holds a B.S. in Biopsychology. In his free time, Eric enjoys spending time with friends, running, and reading. Currently, Eric is a TAA intern with the medical and scientific affairs board.
Megan Hurley
Megan Hurley is a 2024 Rising Leader for the Tourette Association of America and a school psychology intern in the Kentucky public school system. After her internship, she will graduate with her Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) Degree in School Psychology from the University of Kentucky, where she received her Master of Science in Educational Psychology. During her undergraduate, Megan was a camp counselor for two summers at Camp Twitch and Shout, a camp for children with Tourette Syndrome (TS). After graduation, she taught English for two years in Spain and later worked with college-age students as a residence life graduate assistant.
As someone with TS, Megan is passionate about using her roles as a Tourette Association volunteer and school psychologist to expand individual’s perceptions of people with Tourette Syndrome and clarify common misconceptions. As a TAA Rising Leader, Megan led a team from Kentucky to discuss TS policy with members of Congress and their staff, gave a workplace presentation, was interviewed by the local news, and shared information through social media. She plans to expand her education and advocacy by working directly with education professionals.
