Chiara Latimer is the Coordinator of the Autism PATH Career Program at Rowan University. This program is designed to support the transition of neurodiverse students from higher education into meaningful employment. In 2007, Chiara’s leadership in a mentoring program for differently abled, elementary school students led to her recognition as a finalist for the Jefferson Award for Public Service in the state of Delaware. This experience naturally guided Chiara’s career and academic goals towards supporting neurodiverse students and families. Chiara has dedicated 9 years of her career to supporting neurodiverse students in clinical and educational settings. Upon the completion of her masters in family therapy at Drexel University, Chiara focused on providing therapeutic services to individuals on the Autism Spectrum and their families through family therapy and the supervision of therapeutic support professionals.

From 2013- 2019, Chiara had the privilege of working as a family consultant at the Center for Autism in Philadelphia, PA. The Center for Autism is one of the oldest treatment agencies for individuals on the Autism Spectrum in the United States. As a family consultant, Chiara served as a liaison for the treatment team to the families and service providers supporting individuals in programming. As Chiara’s clients began to transition into secondary education, she became concerned with the needs of neurodiverse students upon entering higher education. In an effort to support families and individuals in the transition to adulthood, Chiara developed curriculum materials to provide education on the transition to higher education and promoted parent groups for parents to share their concerns and learn information to support their child through the lifespan. Chiara has assisted individuals with autism and their families through the transition into higher education and the development of skills for the workplace. She also piloted a Career and College Exploration curriculum which taught young adults self-advocacy techniques and strategies to adjust to residential life on a college campus.

As the chair of a parent resource group at the Center for Autism, Chiara began to connect with employers interested in supporting a neurodiverse workforce. In collaboration with the Ruttenberg Center and the LegoLand Discovery Center in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, Chiara created social stories and guidelines for parents of individuals with sensory sensitivities. These materials are utilized as a resource for sensory friendly events sponsored by the Plymouth Meeting location of LegoLand Discovery Center.

With the growth of neurodiverse students entering higher education, Chiara transitioned into higher education teaching as an adjunct faculty member for Camden County College’s Garden State Pathways Program teaching career development and self-advocacy skills. In 2018, Chiara began working as an Access Associate at the Community College of Philadelphia which provided the opportunity to assist in the implementation of academic accommodations and collaboration with students and faculty members. The desire to continue supporting the transition into adulthood for neurodivergent students led Chiara to Rowan University in March 2019 to become the first program coordinator for the Autism PATH Program. With a focus on career readiness and educating employers, Chiara continues to promote the importance of empathy and inclusion with a dual report to the Office of Career Advancement and Accessibility Services. She is currently completing her doctorate degree in Higher Education Leadership.

Mollie Rubinstein is the Autism PATH Program Assistant at Rowan University. She brings a unique perspective to the PATH Program as she has lived the journey. Growing up with a younger sister who has a developmental disability taught her how hard the transition to adulthood can be for neurodiverse individuals. Mollie began working with students who have disabilities in 2009 at her temple in Central New Jersey. In 2014, she won a scholarship for her innovative programming. 

Mollie is a proud double alumni of Rowan University herself and strives to help students have the best college experience possible. In 2020, she received her Masters degree in Strategic Communication and focused her research on the Enrollment and Retention of Neurodiverse Students in Higher Education. In 2019, she received Certificates of Graduate Study in Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC) and New Media as well as School Public Relations. During college she majored in Public Relations and Psychology with a specialization in Behavioral Services for Children and their Families. She is also an alumni of the Rowan University Honors College. During her college experience, she was involved in supporting children with Autism through several research grants at the university.  

Mollie believes neurodiversse students deserve an equitable opportunity to obtain higher education. In January 2020, Mollie joined the PATH Program to help students with disabilities access and realize college success. She knows first-hand the importance of respecting the neurodiverse individual as a whole person and supporting them from a global perspective. Mollie provides a holistic approach to student ​support through collaborating with both the Office of Disability Services and the Office of Career Advancement. She is currently completing her Doctorate of Educational Leadership in Higher Education at Rowan University. 

Outside of her official work, Mollie enjoys mentoring alumni and giving back to the New Jersey community. Since 2019, she has been a leader of the Rowan University Alumni Association where she organizes events for alumni to connect socially and professionally. Additionally, she has served as the Team Captain of a 5k team for the New Jersey Sharing Network of Donate Life since 2012 and continues to raise funds for the organization annually. 

Dino Arhontoulis is the PATH Coaching Specialist at Rowan University. Dino began working with students who have disabilities in 2018, while working as a substitute teacher, and a paraprofessional for Kelly Educational Staffing Inc. Dino also worked with the Neurodiversity Club as a mentor, and worked with students to help them understand that their voice matters. He continued to work with the club and the students until the club was chartered. Dino is a proud double alumnus of Rowan University himself and strives to help students become self-advocates during their educational journey. Dino chose to work in higher education because he loves working with students and watching them excel. He believes neurodiverse students need to discover their inner strengths and their passions. Dino started working for the PATH Program in September of 2020 as a Graduate Intern. In this role he was a Success Coach for several students meeting with them on a weekly basis working on their time management skills, and study habits.  In 2023, he received his Master’s degree in Higher Education & Educational Leadership with a specialization in Academic Advising. In his Capstone Research Project, he studied and reviewed research on disability discrimination. After graduating Dino then moved into the PATH Coaching Specialist position. In 2017, Dino received his Bachelor’s degree in Radio, Television, & Film with a minor in Journalism. During his college experience, he was heavily involved with the Rowan Television Network, serving as the Treasurer on the Executive Board, while also being a part of multiple studio shows.  

Dino is an avid Philadelphia sports fan, and when he is not working Dino loves spending time with his dog Ari, boat rides, enjoys movies, and listening to a multitude of genres of American and Greek music.