September 13, 2007
1. ODS to have Open House during Welcome Week!
2. Attention Users of Alternative Media!
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4. ODS Welcomes New Staff Addition to Alternative Media Production Lab!
5. Unity President Welcomes you back to Classes!
6. Sports F.U.S.I.O.N. -Finding Unified Sports in OSU’s Networks’ Upcoming Events!
7. Dr. Jane Fernandes Free Public Lecture. October 4, 2007!
8. Set up a One to One Consultation at Rec Sports for your Individual Needs!
9. BrailleNote Workshop Announcement!
10. Internship Opportunities through the American Association of People with Disabilities!
11. Dow Chemical Company has Internships Available!
12. 7th Annual
13. Beep Ball on the South Oval!
14. New Scholarship
1. ODS to have Open House during Welcome Week 2007!
The Office for Disability Services will have its annual Open House on Tuesday, September 18 from 1 to 4pm in Room 150, Pomerene Hall. Counselors will be available to answer questions about registering with our office and accessing accommodations and services. Members of the student organization Unity will be present as well as members of Adapted Rec Sports. There will be tours and technology demonstrations in the
Join us for Buckeye Necklace making and free snacks and refreshments!
For more information, contact Caity McCandless at mccandless.8@osu.edu or Kera McClain at
2. Attention Users of Alternative Media!
Please inform Sarah of your Autumn Quarter course registration. We would like to get started on your materials as soon as possible and it is very important for you to let Sarah know the courses you have registered for. We will go forward making contact with the departments about the course materials. Questions? E-mail Sarah terry.5@osu.edu or call her at 292-3307.
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September 29 & 30, 2007
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Hands-on Adapted Sports, Recreation, and Martial Arts Demos; Adapted Dance
Performance and Workshop; Visual Art and Performances by Artists with Disabilities;
Educational Conference; Workshops; Vendor Exhibitor Hall.
Opening Remarks and Welcome – Rosemarie Rossetti, PhD.
Rosemarie Rossetti, Ph.D. is a powerful, internationally known speaker, trainer, consultant, writer, and publisher. Rosemarie delivers presentations that bring out the best in people.
Saturday Evening Reception in the
Dr. Bauer is a certified rehabilitation counselor for a private practice and is an Associate Professor at
- NEW Registration of $25 for two days for OSU students, faculty, and staff!
- Box lunch included for Saturday lunchtime performances by Dancing Wheels, Tracy Marie, and other artists with disabilities.
- Saturday Night Catered Reception in the
- Continuing Education Units $10.
- Register and view conference schedule online at www.ada.osu.edu
For more information, please CONTACT: Derek Mortland, midwestregconf@yahoo.com.
For session descriptions and to print a registration form in PDF format to be filled out & mailed, go to http://ada.osu.edu/MobilityConf2007/SessionDescriptions.html
A limited number of full and partial scholarships are available for persons with disabilities requiring financial assistance to attend.
4. ODS Welcomes New Staff Addition to Alternative Media Production Lab
We are pleased to announce the addition of Miss Ali Hickey, Information Associate to the staff of the Office for Disability Services. Ali will be working in the Alternative Media Production Lab along with Sarah Terry. Ali comes to us with a strong interest and great enthusiasm for the technology used in Alternative Media. She has a strong working knowledge of the types of materials and the formats of those materials which are currently being used in courses taught at OSU. She is a huge fan of coffee, Harry Potter and children's literature. Please stop by and introduce yourself to Ali if you are an Alternative Media user so that she can get to know you and your accommodation needs.
5. Unity President Welcomes you Back to Classes!
I hope everyone has had a fantastic summer and that you are ready for an exciting year with Unity! Unity has a great team of officers this year:
President: Karla Kmetz
Vice President: Lexi Hall
Treasurer: Hillary Jones
Secretary: Chapell Boone
All the officers are looking forward to making this an eventful year for Unity!
We already have a few events planned, so mark your calendars:
- The Student Involvement Fair is scheduled for Monday, September 17 from 12:00 to 4:00PM. This is a great opportunity for us to reach a lot of students. We really need volunteers from 10:00 – 4:00, so please let me know if you are able to come even if you can only make it for a short period of time.
- There will be a Beep Ball game on Thursday, September 20 from 3:00 – 6:00 in the South Oval. We will be joining with Sports FUSION, ODS, and ARS to sponsor this event. This game is tons of fun, so be sure and bring some friends!
- Our first meeting will be Tuesday, October 2 at 5:00PM. We will meet and greet with new and existing members, discuss Unity’s plans for this year, and work on a service project. If you have any ideas for events or projects, please share them at this meeting. Everyone is eager to hear from you!
Unity is going to do amazing things this year. I am very glad that you are all a part of this organization!
See you all soon!
Karla Kmetz
President, Unity
6. Sports F.U.S.I.O.N. - Finding Unified Sports in OSU’s Networks’ Upcoming Events!
The mission of the Sports F.U.S.I.O.N. group is to provide
ü Student Involvement Fair on the Oval- 9/17/07 from 12N-4pm
Come visit our table or the Adapted Rec Sports Table and learn more about
Sports F.U.S.I.O.N.!
ü Beep Baseball on the South Oval- 9/20/07 from 3pm-6pm
Play an adapted game of baseball on the South Oval and meet other students involved with Sports F.U.S.I.O.N.!
ü Sports FUSION General Meeting at RPAC 9/25/07 from 5pm-5:30pm
Come to this quick meeting to help us plan events for the quarter (climbing, basketball, swimming, and more)!
ü Wheelchair Basketball- at the RPAC 9/25/07 from 5:30pm-6:30pm
Afterwards, we will be playing wheelchair basketball in the gym. This will be an all-inclusive game, so we will be providing wheelchairs for anyone who needs it.
ü Sports FUSION Informational and Officer Meeting 9/27/07 at RPAC from 5:30-6:30
If you would like to get more involved with Sports F.U.S.I.O.N., come to our officer meeting to learn how!
ü
This is our big event for the quarter! We will be going to
Sports F.U.S.I.O.N.’s Officers for 2007-2008 are:
President - Jeff Joos
Vice President - Hillary Knapp
Treasurer - Hillary Jones
Administrative Assistant - Sara Fuller
Advisors: Lindsay Meyer - Adapted Rec Sports, Chris Keck - Office for Disability Services, Nicole Barbour - Outdoor
Also: Learn more about Sports F.U.S.I.O.N. on FACEBOOK! Search groups for
Sports F.U.S.I.O.N. and join to find out about events, connect with other students, and stay informed about the group.
7. Dr. Jane Fernandes - Free Public Lecture.
Drinko Hall Auditorium, The
Dr. Jane Fernandes was appointed to be the ninth President of Galludet University on 5/1/06, the appointment was withdrawn on 10/29/06 after seven months of protest. Dr. Fernandes was born deaf and raised in the Oral (rather than ASL) tradition and will offer her unique observations on Deafness as a dimension of diversity within society and on diversity within the Deaf community. For more information, CONTACT: Brenda Brueggemann, brueggemann.1@osu.edu.
8. Set up a One to One Consultation at Rec Sports for your Individual Needs!
Set up a one-to-one consultation with the ARS Coordinator Lindsay Meyer, or other available ARS supervisor to find out about all of the recreational opportunities available to your individual needs (RPAC members only, which includes fee paying students). Contact the ARS Office at ars@osu.edu or 688-3693 to learn more.
You can also link to our new accommodations pages: http://recsports.osu.edu/accommodations.asp It has ideas for all of our areas!
9. BrailleNote Workshop Announcement!.
HumanWare will be conducting three BrailleNote workshops in
These hands-on workshops provide an opportunity to learn more about new features in KeySoft 7.5 like support for accessing RFB&D materials and accessories like the Oxford Concise Dictionary. They will provide participants with ample opportunity to ask questions and learn more about the advantages of the BrailleNote in educational settings. Additional details on the content to be covered and objectives of the workshop are available.
For additional information on either workshop please contact Jim Sullivan at
800-722-3393 ext. 261 or jim.sullivan@humanware.com.
HumanWare
800-722-3393
10. Internship Opportunities through the American Association of People with Disabilities!
Greetings,
The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) website lists several internship opportunities for college students with disabilities. The site also includes 2008 applications for federal and congressional internships, which are due in mid-December.
http://www.aapd.com/awards/leadership.php#ip
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Michael Richardson
Program Manager
DO-IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking and Technology)
(206) 221-4711 (206) 221-4843 TTY
mike67@u.washington.edu
Fax: (206) 221-4171
For more information about DO-IT, visit our website at http://www.washington.edu/doit
11. Dow Chemical Company has Internships Available!
Dow Chemical Company has summer internship opportunities at its corporate headquarters in
- Completed 60 hours of course work at the time of internship
- Majoring in a discipline from which Dow hires
- GPA of 2.7 or higher
- Is a
Applications will be taken for:
§ Customer Service
§ Manufacturing and Engineering
§ Research and Development, Marketing and Sales
§ Human Resources
§ Finance
§ Public Affairs
§ Information Systems
§ Supply Chain.
Dow is interested in receiving internship applications from college students with disabilities who meet the eligibility requirements. To qualify for consideration, all interested applicants must, consistent with the normal process for internships, submit a resume by Sept. 15, 2007 online at www.cosdonline.org from August 15-Sept. 15, 2007.
To facilitate the application process, please indicate any accommodations you would need for the application and interviewing process. Because Dow provides subsidized housing for these internships, please identify any housing accommodations you may require. Applicants may, but are not required to, self-identify as a qualified individual with a disability. The Dow chemical Company and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers.
12. 7th Annual
October 12 & 13, 2007 Marriott Airport
http://www.ohiosibs.com/Conference/Home.aspx
This unique gathering is unlike anything else in the
Only at the Ohio SIBS conference can adult brothers and sisters of people with MR/DD gather together to hear directly from MR/DD professionals, educators, politicians and other Adult Siblings. The conference is an opportunity to share information, ideas and family experiences.
Join us in a safe, supportive environment that provides an honest look at our family roles as caregivers, advocates and siblings. Our hope is to enhance your knowledge base so that you may enhance the lives of your siblings and other family members.
Continuing Education Units/Certificates are pending for social work, LPC, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Retardation/Developmental Disabilities for Ohio SIBS. Persons needing other credentials need to contact Joyce Clemons by August 12, 2007. If you have any questions please contact Joyce at joyceandron@bright.net or 419-295-9379.
CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS
For registration and program information visit: Http://www.ohiosibs.com
Conference topics this year will include:
- Employment
- Community services
- Education
- Recreation and leisure
- Advocacy
- Future planning and family support
- Community Volunteering
- Art display
- Information Booths
- Speakers
- Personal Stories
Featuring:
Rosemarie Rossetti, Ph.D.
After a biking accident left her paralyzed, Rosemarie has made it her objective to encourage people with disabilities to live life to the fullest. Rosemarie received the Remarkable Women Award which is presented by Personal Products Company, a division of Mc-Neil-PPC, and is a member of the National Speakers Association.
Jennifer Owensby
After receiving her BA in Journalism from UNC-Chapel Hill, Jennifer Owensby has worked on the production of more than 25 feature films. Her first film (“The Teachings of Jon”) about her older brother’s struggle with Down Syndrome, is currently airing on Public Television nationwide, and recently won the 2007 Silver Telly Award for Outstanding Documentary.
Susan Rotkowski
Susan is the District Manager of Disability Education for Great Oaks Institute of Technology and Career Development where she provides support to staff who serve students and adults with disabilities. Susan now serves as Co-Director of Project SEARCH. She previously worked as a Job Placement Coordinator for students and graduates with disabilities.
William Hall
William Hall serves as Director of Programs for the Ohio Community Service Council. The inclusion of individuals with disabilities in community service work is a primary goal for the Council and its national counterpart, The Corporation for National and Community Service. William is also the parent of a child with special needs.
Anne Guthrie
An adult sibling herself, Anne Guthrie has coordinated sibling events in
Friday, October 12, 2007
2:00 p.m.– 3:00p.m.– Registration
Registration fee is $80.00 and includes meals and materials.
For registration and program information visit: Http://www.ohiosibs.com
Financial assistance may be available by contacting your local
For additional scholarship opportunities contact Tom Fish at 614.292.7550 or fish.1@osu.edu.
13. Beep Ball on the South Oval!
Join the Office for Disability Services, Unity, Adapted Rec Sports and Sports FUSION for an afternoon of Beep Ball. Beep Baseball is a form of baseball that is adapted for individuals with visual impairments. Everyone can play at this event! Blindfolds will be provided!
So, come out and learn the fundamentals, rules, and tips of the game, and also participate in an actual game featuring students, staff, and any others who would like to participate! For more information about this event, please contact Chris Keck at 614-292-3307 or keck.48@osu.edu or Karla Kmetz at kmetz.7@osu.edu.
Beep Ball is scheduled for Thursday September 20th from 3pm to 6pm.
14. New Scholarship
The American Council of the Blind of Ohio in conjunction with OSU is offering a scholarship for students who are majoring in a field of study related to working with or benefiting individuals who are blind (i.e. teacher of the visually impaired, counseling, social work, technology). The deadline is September 28, 2007. If you are interested in applying for or have questions about this scholarship, please contact Enjie Hall by calling ODS at 292-3307 or email at hall.1270@osu.edu.