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²Ê°ÔÍõÁùФ Proudly Hosts Book Signing with Alumna Meghan Ashburn

Book Explores Complicated Relationship between Autistic Advocates and Parents of Autistic Children and their Fight for Disability Justice

University News | October 4, 2023

²Ê°ÔÍõÁùФ (²Ê°ÔÍõÁùФ) is pleased to announce a book signing event for ",” and proud to welcome back Meghan Ashburn, a ²Ê°ÔÍõÁùФ alumna from the Class of 2008, as one of the co-authors alongside Jules Edwards.

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, October 21

Time: 5:00 p.m.

Location: Joan P. Brock Room, Brock Commons, ²Ê°ÔÍõÁùФ 

About the Book:

"I Will Die On This Hill" sheds light on the dynamics between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Drawing from her personal experiences as a mother of two autistic sons, Meghan, in collaboration with Jules Edwards, an autistic parent, offers valuable insights. The book narrates their journey from differing viewpoints to a united front, aiming for disability justice.

Attendees will have the opportunity to hear select readings from the book and engage directly with both authors. 

Registration:

While the event is open to the public and free of charge, we ask attendees to register in advance. Please register . 

Join us at ²Ê°ÔÍõÁùФ as we celebrate the contributions of our alumna and delve into a timely and essential topic.