April 23, 2009
Below are the items for the ODS News! for Thursday, April 23rd, 2009:
1. Disability Awareness Month Events!
2. Autistic Self-Advocacy Network (OSU Chapter) is Holding its First Meeting!
3. Disaboom has Scholarship Directory for Students with Disabilities!
4. Hispanic Awareness Week Events!
Disability Awareness Month Events!
ODS is currently celebrating Disability Awareness Month and 35 years of providing disability support services for students with disabilities! A list of scheduled events is below. All faculty, staff and students are welcome to attend and participate!
Annual Recognition Reception
April 24, 2009, 3:00-5:00
James Cancer Center 5th Floor
Please join us at the annual ODS Recognition Reception to honor faculty and staff who have gone above and beyond for students with disabilities. We also award the Anna Sborowitz, Charles Medick, and Helen Keller Scholarships to deserving students. Beverages and refreshments provided.
Sports FUSION Presents: Wheelchair Basketball and Wheelchair Obstacle Course
April 28, 2009, 5:00pm-7:00pm
Location: RPAC Tom W. Davis Gym Basketball Court #4
Sports FUSION (Finding Unified Sports in OSU's Networks) will host Wheelchair Basketball and a Wheelchair Obstacle Course! All students are welcome to participate and wheelchairs will be provided!
For more information about this event, Email Sports FUSION at OSUsportsFUSION@gmail.com
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.
2. Autistic Self-Advocacy Network (OSU Chapter) is Holding its First Meeting!
The Ohio State University chapter of the Autistic Self-Advocacy Network will be holding its first meeting on Thursday, April 30 at 5:45pm at the campus Barnes & Noble/Long's Cafe. We will meet in the coffee shop area on the first floor. OSU students, faculty, staff, and community members are welcome to attend!
The Autistic Self-Advocacy Network (ASAN)is a non-profit organization run by and for autistic people. ASAN's supporters include autistic adults and youth, those with other distinct neurological types, and neurotypical family members, professionals, educators, and friends. ASAN provides support and services to individuals on the autism spectrum. ASAN also works to change public perception and to combat misinformation by educating communities about persons on the autism spectrum. Our activities include public policy advocacy, community engagement to encourage inclusion and respect for neurodiversity, quality of life oriented research, and the development of autistic cultural activities and other opportunities for autistic people.
During our first OSU-ASAN meeting, we will devise a plan of action for the remainder of this school year and for the beginning of next year. Some talking points include: obtaining official approval from Student Activities, starting a campus-wide conversation on neurodiversity and autistic representation, advertising our organization, and considering possible campus events. Additionally, we hope that this meeting (and future events) will help connect advocates for neurological diversity with one another.
Please contact asan.ohiostate@gmail.com with any questions.
Directions: Barnes & Noble/Long's is located at 1598 N. High Street, Columbus, OH 43201 at the campus gateway. Paid parking is available in the parking garage at a rate of $1 per hour. Metered street parking is also available. B&N can be reached from the following bus routes: #2, #8, #18, #31, #54, #84.
3. Disaboom has Scholarship Directory for Students with Disabilities!
The Disaboom Scholarship Directory for Students with Disabilities describes more than 125 financial aid programs, some of which provide award amounts up to $20,000, while most are not less than $1,000. The directory includes scholarships and financial aid programs in three categories: Comprehensive disability-related scholarships, condition-specific scholarships, and group-specific disability scholarships.
Entries provide the name of the scholarship, the amount of the award, specifications and restrictions, application deadline, and the contact URL for further information. The directory will be updated and expanded on a regular basis and can be found at this Disaboom Scholarship Directory Link.
Disaboom.com is a dynamic, interactive online resource for people with disabilities and those whose lives they touch. The site combines health and lifestyles information with an engaging, member-driven community of personal profiles, blogs, forums, and shared-interest groups, providing hundreds of connecting points across a broad spectrum of conditions and circumstances.
4. Hispanic Awareness Week Events!
April 23
Puerto Rican history, struggle, culture
It is sponsored by Lambda Theta Phi and PRSA.
Hispanics in Higher Education
Time: 4:30PM - 5:30 PM Location: Hale Center Rm 100A
Psychological factors of being successful in Grad School
April 24
Noche Latina/Late Night
Time: 9-11 PM Location: Hale Center, MLK Room
Description: The ever popular Noche Latina/Late Night returns to OSU. This talent show will include live music, crafts, dancing and smiles. Jewelry making, a food contest and, of course, dancing all night long. The entertainment will never end during this fun-filled evening for students, faculty, staff, and children of the Ohio State Latino community.
Department/Organization: Multicultural Center, Puerto Rican Student Association
Hispanics in Higher Education
Time: 4:30PM - 5:30 PM Location: Hale Center Rm 100A
Cyndi Freeman-fail: Choosing the right Grad School
April 25
OSU Latinos Giving Back To the Community for Dias de Los Ninos
Time: 12:00-3:00 PM Location: OHIO Hispanic Coalition
Description: One of the main goals and purposes of Alpha Psi Lambda is to give back to the community. Come join the Noble Brothers and Sisters as we volunteer at the OHIO Hispanic Coalition for Dia de Los Ninos. It is a day of activities, music, dancing, programs and displays that are appropriate for children of all ages. Anyone interested in volunteering, contact Caceres.9 for more information. We will be meeting in front of the Hale Center at 11:30 to start volunteering by Noon. Be ready to volunteer, give back, and feel good about helping the Columbus Latino community!
Department/Organization: Alpha Psi Lambda
April 28
Effective Interviewing Skills, Effective Career Strategies for Latinos
Time: 3:30 - 5:00 Location: TBA
Description: This workshop will address what to do before, during and after an interview. Effective career strategies will be emphasized for Latinos/as in the
Department/Organization: Career Connection