Experiencing Autism - Challenging Misconceptions and Stereotypes with Virtual Reality
Thesis Topic: By Casey Ferrara
My thesis is about raising
awareness of the challenges
children with Autism face while
participating in sports.
For the past two years, I have been a member of Empower Sports at
The Ohio State University. Empower Sports facilitates opportunities for
children with Autism to get a better grasp on their physical and social
wellness through engagement with fitness and a commitment to fostering
meaningful relationships with their peers in the community.
Through this experience, I have seen first-hand the challenges children
with Autism can face while trying to participate in sports. Therefore, this
semester I decided to explore this topic and see how I could make an
impact in their lives.