Mississippi State Autism Liaison Services

09/10/2026

How cool is this?

🏈 Headed to hailstatefb this weekend? 🏈

We are thrilled to have sensory bags complete with noise cancelling headphones and fidgets available for free rental during the game.

Visit information booths at West Gate A, North Section 09, or East Gate L to check one out.

Thank you to Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services Project START and MSU Athletics for this partnership.

04/02/2026

We are honored to work with our students. It’s a privilege to be able to watch them find their voice, discover their passions, and achieve success here at Mississippi State!

💜World Autism Awareness & Acceptance Day 💙

It is our greatest honor to serve our clients and families across Mississippi. On this day we hope you will help us spread knowledge, understanding, and acceptance for those on the autism spectrum.

11/11/2025

Our new building!

09/17/2025

https://www.msstate.edu/newsroom/article/2025/09/spencer-named-director-msus-access-program-and-specialized-college

Spencer named director of MSU’s ACCESS Program and Specialized College Services Contact: Bethany Shipp STARKVILLE, Miss.—Mississippi State’s Jordan Spencer is now the director of the university’s ACCESS Program and Specialized College Services, a new unit that expands MSU’s support to stud...

09/09/2025

📢 Planning with Purpose Conference is just around the corner!
Join us for a one-day conference designed for families, educators, and professionals, focusing on supporting individuals with disabilities. September 17th will be filled with expert speakers, valuable resources, and exhibitors ready to help. Don't wait, register today and get ready to attend.

👉 Register here: https://www.ecommerce.msstate.edu/tkmartin/disability/

09/05/2025

We had our first social in the new Duff center! Pizza and video games are a nice way to break in the new space!

08/19/2025

We are getting ready to open! So excited!

Held our first clinic meeting in the Jim and Thomas Duff Center this morning 💙 We can’t wait to welcome you to our new space in a few short weeks! 🤗

08/19/2025

Check it out!

Planning with Purpose: An MIoD Disability Event brings together experts, resources, and exhibitors to help you navigate disability services and lifelong planning.

Join us September 17th at The Mill Conference Center in Starkville.

🗓️ Spots are limited — secure yours today: https://www.ecommerce.msstate.edu/tkmartin/disability/

🤗 Welcoming parents/caregivers, special educators, special education directors, and those supporting the transition age.

08/14/2025

U-THRIVE AT Mississippi State is looking for participants!

🌟 Now Recruiting for U‑THRIVE 2025–2026! 🌟

Are you 22–35, live in Mississippi, and want to build independent living skills, make friends, and explore your community? Join U‑THRIVE at Mississippi State University—free for participants and families!

✅ Monthly community outings (transportation help available)
✅ Fun, useful lessons like money management, cooking, jobs, healthy living & more
✅ Virtual meetings + in‑person activities in Starkville

📍 Apply now using theQR code in the graphic or using this link: https://forms.office.com/r/eCy9tGu8zW
📧 Questions? Email [email protected]

Let’s learn, connect, and thrive—together! 💜

04/30/2025

Starkville Police Chief Mark Ballard and MSU professor Dr. Kayla Bates-Brantley speak about steps they are taking to keep those on the autism spectrum safe.