In order to highlight the growing need for concern and awareness about autism, April has been designated Autism Awareness Month. Nova Southeastern University joins with other leaders in the autism community to use April as a special opportunity to educate the public and showcase our support for individuals with autism, their families and the professionals who serve them.
In recognition of World Autism Awareness Day (April 2) everyone at NSU – students, faculty, staff and alumni – is encouraged to wear blue on Thursday, April 2. To show your support, please share your participation by posting photos of you, your friends, coworkers and colleagues wearing blue on April 2 via Twitter using the hashtag #NSUBlue.
For more than 30 years, NSU has been dedicated to providing high-quality services for individuals with autism across their life span. From innovative, direct-service programs to academic coursework to research, this has been a major focus of our university – and that continues today. NSU’s Mailman Segal Center for Human Development (MSC) is known as a leader in the field of autism and for providing services to those diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
In addition, our Interdisciplinary Council for the Study of Autism, housed at MSC, is comprised of approximately 40 individuals across NSU who share information and design collaborative projects in the areas of research, direct service, training, clinical work and academic program offerings. It is this spirit of cooperation and collaboration that truly sets NSU apart and makes us a model for others across the country to emulate.
Don’t forget to wear something blue on Thursday, April 2 – and share your photos on Twitter using our hashtag (#NSUBlue)!