About the SASSI Neuro Network

The SASSI Neuro Network student group is a student-centered program for current St. Cloud State University students. Its goal is to promote success in academic, interpersonal, and social experiences, as well as to foster self-advocacy, independence, and social integration. SASSI values neurodiversity and recognizes the many contributions neurodivergent individuals bring to our community.

The SASSI Neuro Network meets weekly during the fall and spring semesters to support neurodivergent students’ experiences at St. Cloud State University. The group is facilitated by graduate students from the Departments of Communication Sciences and Disorders and Behavioral Health and Counseling, and is guided by input from neurodivergent participants.

Neurodivergent students can get involved by attending weekly meetings, leading group discussions, planning social events, participating in autism research, serving on student panels to educate others about autism, and more.

Who Can Enroll

This program is open to students enrolled in any undergraduate or graduate major at St. Cloud State University. A formal diagnosis is not required to participate in meetings.

Cost

There is currently no cost to enroll or participate in services.

Focus

The Neuro Network focuses on creating:

  • A supportive and meaningful college experience for students.
  • Opportunities to build and develop relationships with other neurodivergent students.
  • Leadership opportunities through leading discussions, participating in research or panel presentations, and planning social events.
  • Opportunities to develop individualized goals and strengthen self-advocacy skills for navigating college.
  • Opportunities to practice and develop time management and organizational skills for both college and career success.
  • Opportunities to practice job interviews and work-related communication skills.

Services and Supports

We offer:

  • One-on-one peer interactions and peer support.
  • Group-based conversations with autistic and non-autistic peers.
  • Individual speech-language therapy sessions focused on social communication, executive functioning, and self-regulation skills.

Contact Us

For more information, please contact a member of the SASSI Leadership Team: