We are pleased to announce a new project dedicated to enhancing knowledge and service to children with autism spectrum disorders in the Lincoln community.  The ASD Project has an early intervention component (EXCEED Project).  This project includes a partnership with the Ruth Staples Child Development Lab at UNL. Participating children will take part in an inclusive child development program with supplemental support and intervention from a special educator, a speech-language clinician and a board-certified behavior analyst.  The ASD Project also includes social-communication groups for young children in partnership with local school districts and a transdisciplinary, diagnostic clinic serving Lincoln and surrounding communities.

         Ellin B. Siegel, Ph.D
         Project Director
Autismproject@unl.edu