Autism Conference 2025 Flyer

UVU Autism Conference 2025

The Melisa Nellesen Center for Autism is proud to share details for the annual UVU Autism Conference for 2025. Thank you for joining us, as we learn best practice approaches to build a community of belonging, together.

We are excited to announce that Erik Carter will be our keynote speakers. We now provide a pre-conference day of breakout sessions annually, with a special area of focus each year.

Art Show with a mom and her two sonds looking at art

Super Spectrum Showcase and Soiree

Join us for our annual Super Spectrum Showcase and Soiree art show on January 24, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Melisa Nellesen Center for Autism at Utah Valley University. Celebrate the wide spectrum of perspectives and expressions available through art.

Uplifting Celebration

Uplifting celebration for autism

The event will take place on Saturday, April 12th, 2025, on the grass outside the UCCU Center from 10:00 AM to 11:45 AM, with a grand finale at 12:00 PM. This free family-friendly celebration includes complimentary food, T-shirts, carnival games, and sensory-enriched activities, all in an autism-friendly environment. No registration is needed—just come and enjoy!

For a complete list of events, please visit our calendar.

Event Photo Gallery

  • 4 UVU graduates posing for a graduation photo

    2024 Wolverines Elevated First Graduation Gallery

    After 3 years of college courses, job readiness exploration, numerous supported study hours with peers, and social experiences, Utah Valley University celebrates the first four graduates of the Wolverines Elevated (WE) program with a recognition open house for families and friends.

  • MNCA Art show, a dad and his son looking at some art

    Super Spectrum Showcase and Soiree

    The annual Super Spectrum Showcase and Soiree will occur online and in person on January 24, 2025 at the Melisa Nellesen Center for Autism at Utah Valley University

  • Image of a student and child learning with a mouth model

    2024 Dental Hygiene Field Trip Gallery

    For seven years, the UVU Dental Hygiene program has partnered with the Melisa Nellesen Center for Autism to provide autism-specific training and host field trips for local autistic preschoolers and kindergarteners. This partnership helps children explore dental practices in a safe, fun environment while giving students valuable hands-on experience with autism's diverse characteristics.