Florida Tech Artwork Contest Draws Awareness about Autism

MELBOURNE, FLA. — In observance of Autism Awareness Month in April, the Scott Center for Autism Treatment and School of Psychology at Florida Institute of
Technology will host “The Power and Potential of Communication” artwork contest. The third annual contest recognizes the talents of children with autism
spectrum disorders (ASD). Children with ASD under the age of 18 are encouraged to participate.

Winning artwork will be displayed at Florida Tech’s Third Annual Autism Conference in November and included on all printed materials. All entries will also
be displayed at the conference. The winner will be chosen by the end of April and notified by a committee member via e-mail or U.S. mail.

Artwork entries of 8.5” x 11” should be submitted between March 2 and April 17 to the Florida Tech School of Psychology (attn: Theresa Travis), 150 West
University Blvd., Melbourne, Fla. 32901-6975. They can also be e-mailed to ttravis@fit.edu.

For entry forms and more information, log on to http://411.fit.edu/autismconference or contact Theresa Travis at (321) 674-8104.