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Wolverines Elevated Open House

Learn about the Wolverines Elevated Program available to students with Intellectual Disabilities. There will be a short program and time to ask questions and meet the team.

Fall Open House: September 30, 2025

Spring Open House: April 7, 2026

5:30 - 7:00 PM

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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