William Cole, Thornfield, is the first student accepted into Missouri State University-West Plains’ (MSU-WP) new ASCEND Program. The ASCEND (Autism Support Can Empower New Directions) Program is designed to help area students with autism transition into college and toward a life of personal success and independence. The program is the first of its kind in this region. It … [Read more...] about Thornfield resident first student accepted into ASCEND Program
Missouri State University-West Plains’ (MSU-WP) ASCEND Program received a significant boost from the state Thursday when Missouri Gov. Mike Parson signed legislation earmarking $7.5 million in capital funding for a facility to house the program, which supports students with autism. “We are thrilled to receive this funding for our new ASCEND Program, and we sincerely thank … [Read more...] about $7.5 million in state appropriations approved for facility to house ASCEND Program
Officials with the ASCEND Program at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) will host a Preview Day from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. June 28 in rooms 104 and 105 of the Lybyer Technology Center, 605 W. Main St., in West Plains. ASCEND Program Director Mikala King said the drop-in event is for students, parents, area school counselors and special education teachers, and … [Read more...] about ASCEND Program Preview Day set for June 28
Applications are now being accepted for the new ASCEND Program at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP). The ASCEND (Autism Support Can Empower New Directions) Program is designed to help area students with autism transition into college and toward a life of personal success and independence. The program, which is the first of its kind in this region, offers … [Read more...] about Applications now being accepted for ASCEND Program
A new program at Missouri State University-West Plains (MSU-WP) will help area students with autism transition into college and toward a life of personal success and independence. The ASCEND (Autism Support Can Empower New Directions) Program is the first of its kind in southern Missouri. It will offer specialized support services for students with autism who wish to embark … [Read more...] about ASCEND Program designed to support students with autism