March 12, 2009

Below are the items for the ODS News! for Thursday, March 12th, 2009:

1. Exam Reminder Winter Quarter Finals!

2. Apply for Scholarships through ODS!  Deadline: April 1, 2009!

3. DISABILITY AWARENESS MONTH 2009!

4. OSU Psychological Services Center Provides Low-cost On-campus Therapy for Students!

5. 2009 Access Awards: Call for Nominations!

6. The Washington Center Extends Internship Application Deadline!

7. The AccessComputing Team is Now Accepting Applications!

1. Exam Reminder Winter Quarter Finals!

  • You are responsible for contacting ODS during the 10th week of the quarter to obtain your final exam schedule. Be sure to check in with ODS during this final week of classes (which is this week) to obtain your final exam schedule and to ensure you know your final exam scheduled times.
  • Reminder: Be sure to bring your OSU Buck ID, driver's license, or other photo ID with you for all exams taken with ODS.

2. Apply for Scholarships through ODS!  Deadline: April 1, 2009!

Attention Students with Visual or Mobility Impairments! Apply for Scholarships through ODS!  Deadline: April 1, 2009!

There are three scholarships offered annually by the Office for Disability Services.  Two are for students who have a visual impairment and one is for students who have a mobility impairment.  Complete and submit the necessary application forms and you could be awarded scholarship money for the upcoming 2009-2010 school year! The three available scholarships are listed below and application forms are available at the ODS website@ www.ods.osu.edu/current_scholarship.asp.

The Ohio Lions Foundation Helen Keller Scholarship
The Ohio Lion's Foundation awards four $2750 scholarships to qualified students with visual impairments who are attending OSU and are Ohio residents. To apply, complete the application form, include a copy of your college transcript, and a one to two page essay. The transcript does not need to be an official transcript.

The Ohio State University Charles W. Medick Scholarship
To apply for the Charles W. Medick Scholarship you must have a visual disability and complete the application form. The number of scholarships and their monetary values vary each year.  Include a copy of your college transcript, (an unofficial transcript is OK), and a one to two page essay. 

Anna Sborowitz Scholarship
The Anna Sborowitz scholarship is awarded each academic year. It is awarded to undergraduate students with a mobility impairment and severe limitations in movement or use of one or more of their extremities. All applicants must demonstrate financial need and satisfactory progress in their academic pursuits. In addition, students must be full-time or part-time (7 or more credit hours) and showing substantial progress toward a degree at The Ohio State University. The number of scholarships and their monetary values vary each year.

Submit your applications to Enjie Hall, Office for Disability Services, 150 Pomerene Hall, 1760 Neil Avenue, Columbus, OH 43210.

Please contact Enjie Hall at 292-3307 or hall.1270@osu.edu if you have questions.

ALSO: American Council for the Blind Offers 5 scholarships!

The American Council of the Blind of Ohio is a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality and the equality of life for persons who are blind or visually impaired.  We direct our efforts toward education, information and other activities designed to enhance the life styles of people who are blind or visually impaired.  Our members include persons who are blind, visually impaired and sighted.

Our organization is proud to be able to offer five scholarships this year.

You may complete and print out the ACB-Ohio Scholarship application on our web site at ACB-Ohio Scholarship Webpage or www.acbohio.org.  

Thank you for your cooperation.  We look forward to receiving many applications!

Sincerely,
Patty Yarman
ACB-Ohio Scholarship Chair
syarman@columbus.rr.com

ACB-Ohio scholarships                                  
108 East Pleasant Street
Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050 

3. DISABILITY AWARENESS MONTH 2009!

In April, ODS will kick off its annual Disability Awareness month as it recognizes 35 years of providing disability support services for students with disabilities.  The month long celebration will begin with the opening of an art exhibit focusing on artwork produced by persons with disabilities.  Artwork will be displayed on the second floor of Bricker Hall the entire month of April.  The opening reception will be on Wednesday, April 1, 4:30-6:00 p.m.  If you are an artist and would like to have some of your work exhibited, please contact Lois Burke at lburke@studentlife.osu.edu.

Lois J. Burke
Director
Office for Disability Services
150 Pomerene Hall
1760 Neil Avenue
Columbus, OH 43210-1297
(614) 292-3307
(614) 292-4190 (fax) 

4. OSU Psychological Services Center Provides Low-cost On-campus Therapy for Students!The Ohio State

Psychological Services Center (PSC) is the Psychology Department's outpatient clinic for adults, children, and families seeking low-cost psychological assessment and psychotherapy.    The clinic serves adults from a range of backgrounds, with a variety of mental health concerns.  These include, but are not limited to: depression and other mood disorders; anxiety disorders, such as generalized anxiety, social anxiety, phobias, or panic disorder; personality disorders; and stress management.  The PSC is a training site for graduate students in the clinical psychology program at OSU, so clients are either seen by a licensed psychologist or a student in the doctoral clinical psychology program who is supervised by a licensed psychologist.

For OSU students, we provide on-campus therapy for only $10/session with no limit on the number of sessions.   The price for non-OSU students is determined by a sliding fee scale, which is based on income and number of dependents.   In cases of substantial economic hardship, fees may be reduced or in rare cases waived completely.  However, we do not take insurance.  We are currently seeking new adult clients, so the first appointment can normally be scheduled within a week of the initial inquiry. 

Please call 614-292-2059 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Our contact information is:
1835 Neil Avenue
Psychology Building, Rm. 105
Columbus, Ohio 43210
Phone: 614-292-2059
Fax: 614-292-4537

Click OSU Psychological Services Email to contact via email.

Visit Website at: OSU Psychological Services Website 

5. 2009 Access Awards: Call for Nominations!

As part of Disability Awareness Month, UNITY - A Perfect World for Students with Disabilities, distributes awards that recognize faculty and staff who have made Ohio State a better place for students with disabilities.

We invite you to nominate those who have personally affected your experience at Ohio State. For example, this person may be a professor who was very accommodating or a staff person who has contributed to disability awareness efforts.

The Winners will be selected and the awards will be presented at The Office for Disability Service's Recognition Reception on Friday, April 24 at 3:00 pm.

You have TWO Options to Submit your Entry:

1. Please Print and return completed forms to Caity McCandless at the Office for Disability Services in 150 Pomerene Hall. Please use the back of the form to explain why you have nominated this person and how he/she has affected your experience at Ohio State.

Nominations are due by 5:00 pm on Wednesday, April 15, 2009. 

Access Award Nomination Form

Please fill out the following section with your information.

 

Name: _____________________________________________      

Email: _____________________________________________

Phone: _____________________________________________          Rank: ________

Major: _____________________________________________

 

Please fill out the following section with information about the nominee.

 

Name: _____________________________________________

Title: ______________________________________________

 

Department: _________________________________________

Email: _____________________________________________

Phone: _____________________________________________

2. You may e-mail Caity McCandless at mccandless.8@osu.edu your nomination AND your response to explain why you have nominated this person and how he/she has affected your experience at Ohio State.

If you have a question regarding the Award or options for submitting, you can also contact Caity via email or at 614-292-3307.

6. The Washington Center Extends Internship Application Deadline!

In response to requests from students and liaisons, we've officially extended this year's summer deadline for our Washington, D.C. internship programs to April 3, 2009. Of course, we defer to your institution and campus liaison for final approval, but we hope that you'll be able to accommodate additional students who may have just recently learned about the opportunity. Please continue to advise students to submit their materials as soon as possible, as earlier application positions them better for financial assistance and internship placements.

Also, please note that we have several full housing scholarships ($3,395) available for students with disabilities this summer. This award is made possible by the AT&T Foundation and The HSC Foundation and is increased for the summer from $2,500 in recent terms. In order to be considered, students must provide documentation of their disability and may be asked to write a personal statement. Even if students are not selected for this particular award, they may be considered for other TWC scholarships and are able to work with our Student Life staff to request accommodations: www.twc.edu/disability_services.shtml

Prospective interns looking forward to the fall semester may be faced with decisions regarding on-campus housing and course selection in the near future, so we hope that you'll encourage them to speak with their liaison and send their application prior to our competitive deadline of May 1. It's always a struggle for students to make arrangements around the time of our fall regular deadline in June, so it's important that they get a head start!

As always, don't hesitate to let us know if there's anything we can do to assist you or your students.

Regards,

Sara Clement
Manager, Institutional Relations
The Washington Center

Contact: The Washington Center, 1333 16th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036

7. The AccessComputing Team is Now Accepting Applications!

Are you a high school or college student with a disability?

Would you like to gain valuable experience through paid internships and other work-related opportunities?

Are you interested in computing careers?

Would you like to communicate with mentors working in these fields?

If so, then apply now to become a member of our AccessComputing Team!

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Washington and DO-IT (Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology) sponsor the AccessComputing project for the purpose of increasing the participation of people with disabilities in computing careers. It is funded by the National Science Foundation (award #CNS-0540615 and CNS-0837508). AccessComputing provides a nationwide resource to help students with disabilities pursue computing fields and computing educators and employers, professional organizations, and other stakeholders develop more inclusive programs and share effective practices.

Students with disabilities can become part of the AccessComputing Team and engage in an on-line community of peers and professionals as they transition to college, graduate school, and employment. AccessComputing will also identify opportunities for paid internships and research, especially with college students.

The AccessComputing Alliance is recruiting high school and college students with disabilities who are interested in computing careers to join the AccessComputing Team. AccessComputing student participants will engage in experiences that will enhance their college and career success.

AccessComputing Team Eligibility

High school or college students with disabilities in the United States are eligible to be AccessComputing Team members. Participants must demonstrate an interest and/or aptitude in pursuing professional careers in computing fields. These fields include systems designers, computer scientists, information professionals, software developers, information systems analysts, technology teachers, and computing faculty. AccessComputing participants must have an email account and access to the Internet.

Participation Agreement

As a member of AccessComputing, you must actively communicate with AccessComputing staff, peers, and mentors. To remain on the AccessComputing team and to be eligible for work-related opportunities, such as internships, you must be an "active participant." As an "active participant," you are expected to:

  1. Log on to your email account at least once per week and read and respond to e-mail messages.
  2. Attend AccessComputing events when possible.
  3. Notify AccessComputing staff of any changes in your contact information, or your ability to participate in AccessComputing internships and activities.

Application Requirements

Please contact DO-IT if you would like assistance in completing any portion of your application.

  1. Application Form
    Complete the attached two-page AccessComputing Student Application form. This form must include a parent or guardian signature if you are under 18 years of age.
  2. Essay
    Submit a brief essay with your application explaining why you are interested in participating in an AccessComputing internship and mentoring and how participation will help you reach your career goals. Include school honors, extracurricular and community activities, work-related experiences, and any other relevant information about yourself.
  3. Letter of Recommendation
    Submit one letter of recommendation from a teacher, faculty member, or someone who has worked with you closely.
  4. Resume
    Submit an up-to-date copy of your resume.

Submitting AccessComputing Student Applications

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. The AccessComputing Team application packet may be submitted via postal mail or fax.

AccessComputing

c/o DO-IT
University of Washington
Box 354842
Seattle, WA 98195-4842
accesscomp@u.washington.edu
www.washington.edu/accesscomputing/
206-221-4171 (FAX)
206-685-DOIT (3648) (voice/TTY)
888-972-DOIT (3648) (toll freevoice/TTY) WA, outside Seattle
509-328-9331 (voice/TTY) Spokane
Co-Director: Richard Ladner, Ph.D.
Co-Director: Sheryl Burgstahler, Ph.D.

Copyright © 2009, 2008, 2006 University of Washington. Permission is granted to copy these materials for educational, non-commercial purposes provided the source is acknowledged.

AccessComputing Team Application Form

Send the following information via email to accesscomp@u.washington.edu:

Student Data

  • Name
  • Postal Address
  • Telephone Number(s)
  • Email address
  • If under 18, Name and Address of Parent/Guardian
  • Gender
  • Date of birth
  • Ethnic background (optional)
  • Disability Type
  • Accommodations You May Need in an Internship

Academic Background

  • Academic level currently enrolled in (high school, community college, technical college, four-year institution)
  • School Name
  • City
  • State
  • Anticipated Graduation Date
  • Major Area(s) of Study (if applicable)
  • Specific Career Interests

Employment/Internship Information

State whether you are a U.S. citizen. If no, indicate if you have a right-to-work permit and, if so, where you are able to work in an internship or other work-related experience.

Publication Guidelines

Please note that, on occasion, AccessComputing Team members are featured in DO-IT printed and web-based materials such as DO-IT News and in other publications. As an AccessComputing Team member, you agree to allow DO-IT and DO-IT project partners to publish information including, but not limited to, your first and last name, email address, city and state of residence, name of school, employer, disability, age, and interests. This information is used for program reporting and data analysis. As an AccessComputing Team member, you also waive any right to inspect or approve the finished publication or the eventual use for which it might be applied. Although we will work with AccessComputing members to plan and initiate disclosure of their disabilities to potential employers or schools, through the above mentioned publications and in conjunction with AccessComputing activities, your disability may be disclosed or implied.

Use of Photographs and Videotape

Some AccessComputing events and work-related experiences are photographed and/or videotaped. When you participate in these activities you may be photographed and/or videotaped. As an AccessComputing Team member, you agree to give DO-IT and DO-IT project partners permission to copyright, distribute, sell, broadcast, duplicate, exhibit and/or use film, audiotape, photographs, printed information, and/or drawings of yourself without limitation for general education, information dissemination, and research purposes in videotapes, audiotapes, and printed publications, and on the World Wide Web. In addition, you waive any right to inspect or approve the finished publication or other product in which your image/information might be used.

Indicate whether you do not give permission to be included in pictures or videotapes:

_________________________

I have read and agree to the expectations listed in the Participation Agreement, Publication Guidelines, and the Use of Photographs and Videotape guidelines as indicated above.

I understand that DO-IT may request a criminal background check of program participants. I agree to report to DO-IT any past convictions or present charges that relate to minors or vulnerable adults.

For Applicants Under the Age of 18 Years

If you are under the age of 18, print out your application email message and have a parent or guardian sign it and print their full name and relationship to you, indicating their agreement with what you have included in the application.

Further Information

If you have questions about AccessComputing or this application, please contact DO-IT at 206-685-DOIT (3648) voice/TTY; 888-972-DOIT (3648) toll free voice, TTY, Washington, outside Seattle; or accesscomp@u.washington.edu. Mail your completed application to DO-IT, University of Washington, Box 354842, Seattle, WA 98195-4842.