Community


Community Connections: Cycling For A Cause – 36 Miles for 1 in 36

Rany Thommen Moser, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA, has been an active volunteer, professional advisor, or sponsor of the Autism Society of Texas (AST) for as long as she can remember and is currently serving as President of the AST board.  “As both a professional that has served the Autism community for […]


Community Connections: On the Move with Team Willem & the Texas Ride for Autism

As a lifelong, cyclist, Marc van Bree logs 100 miles or more on his bike each week, either by himself or with a group. But it is his rides with his son, Willem, that he enjoys the most. Willem is 11 years old and has Autism.  While he is nonspeaking […]


Board Member Spotlight: Berenice de la Cruz, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA

Dr. Berenice de la Cruz, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA has worked with people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities since 2001 in school, home, clinic, and community settings as a teacher, therapist, supervisor, director, and professor. Dr. de la Cruz is an Assistant Professor and the inaugural Program […]


Important Announcement: Texas Autism Walk at Volente Beach 5/11/24

📢 Important Announcement: 16th Annual Texas Autism Walk Venue Change! 📢 Dear Participants, Sponsors, and Supporters, In light of recent concerns regarding our previously selected venue, we have made the decision to relocate and reschedule this year’s event. Our top priority is to ensure a fantastic and inclusive experience for […]


Resources – Toilet Training Strategies & Products

Click here for the Tranquility Ordering Guide + Resources Dr. Hannah MacNaul, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA, LSSP, and Janet Firestone discuss tips, strategies, and incontinence solutions. Understanding incontinence issues and products that are available for young children through adulthood can lead to better comfort and quality of life! The presentation can […]


Board Member Spotlight: Dr. Jennifer Hamrick

Jennifer Hamrick, PhD, BCBA, LBA is the Director of the Burkhart Center for Autism Education & Research and an Assistant Professor at Texas Tech University. Dr. Hamrick joined our board in 2022 and quickly hit the ground running, providing support to AST staff and individuals in the Autism community. Jennifer […]