He’s our little miracle boy. He’s worked so hard and come so far. He’s just as smart as any of my other grandchildren, and he’s such a joy.

—Phillip’s grandmother, Suzanne Vitale 

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Collin Tomes is a 16-year-old who is fascinated with the world around him and how things work. He also has autism.

 WKU Freshman Ian Maule explains the obstacles and challenges of being a college student with autism but goes on to explain how it has made him a stronger person.

Caden Butler Modaff, now three, was diagnosed with autism at 18 months old. His mom, Jennifer said “Caden’s autism is not who he is. It’s a part of his life — our lives — though.” The family is currently trying to raise money to get Caden an autism service dog.

Autism attitudes on NewsChannel 12

WKU iMedia journalists have been conducting a non-scientific online survey about autism. Up to now, survey results show 67 percent of people who took the survey have firsthand experience with someone suffering with autism…

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After viewing the motion film ‘Adam,’ students took a survey and some even answered a few questions…

Ten-year-old Phillip Proctor stays busy with taekwondo, acting and music. Phillip’s mom said her son’s autism gives him some advantages. For example, he has progressed quickly in taekwondo because of his above-average memory.

On Caitlin Taylor’s second birthday, she had a seizure. Years later she was diagnosed with autism. Caitlin uses technology to help her deal with her seizures and to help her communicate.

Ian Maule, a Western Kentucky University photojournalism freshmen from Chicago, has autism, which is something most people who meet him don’t know. Because of his awareness of his disability and years of therapy, it’s hard to tell that he has Asperger’s Syndrome, a form of autism. He shares his unique perspective of knowing what it’s like to have autism and being able to articulate it to others.

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Hear what Western Kentucky University students have to say about autism.

Autism Awareness Day at Bowling Green Ballpark
The Bowling Green Hot Rods’ double-header game benefitted the Kelly Autism Program. Western iMedia was on site encouraging participation in the Piece by Piece AutismIQ survey.

Autism technology on NewsChannel 12

…Dim lighting, soft music and comfy chairs may sound relaxing to most people. But for someone with autism, it’s the exact opposite…

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This is a great opportunity to partner with The Kelly Autism Program so folks can see the community is near and dear to the Hot Rods’ heart and give back to the community.

Greg Coleman, Bowling Green Hot Rods assistant general manager of sales, said the Hot Rods’ Autism Awareness Day on Saturday means a lot to him because his 7-year-old son, Kevin, was diagnosed with pervasive developmental disorder, which is on the autism spectrum.

The Hot Rods and The Kelly Autism Program hosted the game at the Bowling Green Ballpark on April 25, delayed from the day before by severe weather.

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Dog training segment on NewsChannel 12

…This is Ace. He’s your typical household dog - running in the yard, playing with toys and craving attention. But he’s also being trained to help people with autism…

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