Burkhart Center for Autism Education and Research

 Texas Tech broke ground for the new Autism Education and Research Center on campus.  This facility will include clinical facilities for research and teacher preparation.  This center will make for new opportunities in research and development for people who have autism.

Texas Tech officials broke ground on the new Burkhart Center for Autism Education and Research on August 24th, showcasing the impressive success the program has worked for since its establishment.
The project will create a two-story autism education and research facility that includes 28,458 square feet of space for clinical facilities including the Burkhart Transition Academy, Teacher Preparation Academy and outreach program.

“The Burkhart Center has been an outstanding asset to research at Texas Tech,” said Kent Hance, chancellor of the Texas Tech University System. “We are proud to have a center devoted to autism education and excited about the opportunities the new facility will offer.”

The center will be located at 2908 18th Street, near Boston Avenue, and will house research and support space, class laboratories, academic offices and a nationally branded café. It will also feature an outdoor play area, public art and landscape enhancements.

Established in 2005, the Burkhart Center for Autism Education and Research is named for Jim and Jere Lynn Burkhart who have made significant contributions to the establishment and mission of the center.

“The new facility will allow us to continue our mission of improving the quality of life for those affected by autism while serving the ongoing need for research and instruction,” said Jim Burkhart. “We are thrilled with the growth of the program over the years and look forward to even greater accomplishments in the future.”

Jim and Jere Lynn Burkhart have made significant contributions to the establishment of the center.

The Burkhart Center’s primary objectives are to provide support and services for individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and their families, train regular and special education teachers, and conduct applied research that will increase the quality of life of those affected by ASD. The center also provides a variety of resources in the areas of adult transitions, technical assistance and community outreach services.

The Burkhart Center is currently located in the College of Education Building. Construction is expected to be completed by August 2013.

For more information see Texas Tech.

President's Welcome Picnic Next Friday

The President's Welcome Picnic on August 31 from 11:30am to 1:00pm is open to all Texas Tech students. Come out and kick-off the fall semester by enjoying a free hot dog and refreshments served by TTU administrators. Food is limited, so come early!

Meet the Red Raiders Fan Fest This Saturday

 

When: Saturday, August 18, 2012 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Where: Jones AT&T Stadium

See: http://www.texastech.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/080912aad.html

Description: Get autographs from the Red Raider football team and the women's volleyball team. Gates open at 2 p.m. and close promptly at 4 p.m. Fans can begin lining up prior to 2 p.m. at Gate 1 located at the southwest corner of Jones AT&T Stadium.

Texas Tech will provide football posters and schedule cards that can be used as autograph items. Outside items such as t-shirts, hats, photos, footballs, helmets and other items will also be allowed. 

Only one autograph item per person will be allowed. Fans are welcome to take snapshots of players and coaches but due to the limited time frame, no posed photos with players and coaches will be allowed.

Texas Tech's world renowned Goin' Band From Raiderland will be rehearsing inside the stadium beginning at 3 p.m. and fans will be allowed to watch rehearsal from the west stands.

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