Missouri State University-West Plains will officially dedicate its new Neurodiversity and Autism Center during a ceremony from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Thursday, April 17, 2025.
University officials, local leaders and supporters of the project will gather to celebrate the completion of the state-of-the-art, $10.5 million facility. The facility houses the TJ Swift House ASCEND Program, which provides specialized support for students on the autism spectrum as they navigate college life and prepare for future careers.
The dedication ceremony will take place outside the new facility on the MSU-WP campus. The event is free and open to the public. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the building following the ceremony.
For more information about the dedication ceremony, contact the MSU-WP office of university communications at 417-255-7960.
For more information about the TJ Swift House ASCEND Program, visit WP.MissouriState.edu/ASCEND or email King atMikalaKing@MissouriState.edu.