When you attend a 黑料吃瓜资源 (CSHL) course, you leave with new skills in one or more areas of cutting-edge science, new connections from around the world, and last but not least, a cool new T-shirt. All courses at the main CSHL campus and some at the Banbury Center campus have the opportunity to design a shirt, each reflecting the distinctive nature of their programs. With over 25 courses per year and about 30 participants per course, the CSHL team has partnered with custom apparel provider for the past two years to get the job done.
Spectrum Designs is a Long Island-based company that was founded with a vision to create inclusive employment opportunities for individuals on the autism spectrum. Originally a small organization operating out of a backyard barn, Spectrum Designs now employs 87 team members, most of whom are on the autism spectrum.
Individuals with autism may display strengths that are directly related to their diagnosis, such as heightened creativity and intense focus. Yet, many still face challenges in finding work. Dylan Valic, Head of Marketing at Spectrum Designs, explained that the organization’s long-term goal is 鈥渢o influence how businesses everywhere think about hiring and to help close the employment gap for people with autism.鈥�
The uniquely designed T-shirts can be seen around campus all spring, summer, and fall, including at the course held every two years at Banbury. However, they鈥檙e most visible at CSHL’s annual Plate Race. With over 40 years of competition between them, the , the course, and the course teams wear their matching shirts with the pride (if not also the prowess) of competitive athletes.
Associate Registrar Olivia Mulligan commented that the courses program would not be able to keep this special T-shirt tradition alive without Spectrum Designs. She said, 鈥淲e value the dedication and determination of every employee at Spectrum and look forward to continuing our partnership in the future.鈥�
Written by: Bridget Shanley, Marketing Specialist | [email protected] | 516-367-5014