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Week of Jun 26th
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CCLVI/BITS: Vendor Showcase – found in room CHI 213 and Heard on ACB Media 2
CCLVI/BITS: Vendor Showcase – found in room CHI 213 and Heard on ACB Media 2
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July 1, 2022If you use a screen reader and/or magnification in your daily life, this showcase affords you the opportunity to see what is new in the Exhibit Hall later in the week. Several products will be demonstrated with time for questions and answers. This gives you the opportunity to prepare your questions in advance of your visit to these vendors’ booths, in-person or virtually.
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On Site and Streamed: AABT Virtual Breakfast & Program: The Statue of Liberty – The Rest of the Story. – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 2
On Site and Streamed: AABT Virtual Breakfast & Program: The Statue of Liberty – The Rest of the Story. – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 2
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July 2, 2022The history of the Statue of Liberty – A humorous and insightful program from the most requested historical speaker in Nebraska! Presenter: Darrel W. Draper, Plattsmouth NE.
On Site Event: AABT Breakfast and Program: The Statue of Liberty – The Rest of the Story. – found in room CHI 215On Site Event: AABT Breakfast and Program: The Statue of Liberty – The Rest of the Story. – found in room CHI 215
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July 2, 2022The history of the Statue of Liberty – A humorous and insightful program from the most requested historical speaker in Nebraska! Presenter: Darrel W. Draper, Plattsmouth NE.
BITS: Navigating Your World – found in room CHI 213 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)BITS: Navigating Your World – found in room CHI 213 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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July 2, 2022Do you get frustrated because you have trouble getting help with reading labels or scanning documents? Come to this enlightening presentation where you can learn about the SuperSense and the Voice Dream Suite. You may be surprised to find out how much these apps can help with everyday tasks.
BITS: On the Go – Laptops and Tablets – found in room CHI 213 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)BITS: On the Go – Laptops and Tablets – found in room CHI 213 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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July 2, 2022Have you ever wondered about the differences between laptops and tablets? Confused about which one to buy? Enjoy this informative presentation so you can decide which device is right for you.
Making Gay History – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 2Making Gay History – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 2
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July 2, 2022Friend to BPI and frequent collaborator, Eric Marcus of Making Gay History Podcast joins us to highlight the moments in the LGBTQ fight for equality that changed our world and the course of our history.
RSVA: All about the Nebraska Business Enterprise Program – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)RSVA: All about the Nebraska Business Enterprise Program – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)
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July 2, 2022This session will highlight the Business Enterprise Program in Nebraska. Learn how vendors are trained, the types of facilities they have in the program, and some statistics of relevance: gross sales, number of facilities, number of vendors, etc. Also learn how blind persons can become a vendor in the state. Presenters: Eric Buckwalter, CVRCB, NBE Coordinator, Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Lincoln, Nebraska; Jim Jirak, Owner Jirak Enterprises, Omaha, Nebraska.
ACBS, Blind Activism and Advocacy Panel – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)ACBS, Blind Activism and Advocacy Panel – found in room CHI 208 and Heard on ACB Media 2 (CEU Eligible)
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July 2, 2022Join ACB Students for our panel on blind activism and advocacy with blind life coach Charlie Kramer and blind video editor, producer, and podcaster Lance Johnson! Come learn just how beautiful self-advocacy can be. Charlie and Lance will discuss their life experiences, outlooks on blindness, and advice for blind students with us.
RSVA: The Value of Randolph-Sheppard Business Enterprises as Career Opportunities – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)RSVA: The Value of Randolph-Sheppard Business Enterprises as Career Opportunities – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)
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July 2, 2022Learn the benefits of this career option and how states find recruits. Also learn the skills needed and the education and training that is provided. Presenters: Eric Buckwalter, CVRCB, NBE Coordinator, Nebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Lincoln, Nebraska; John Gordon, Bureau Chief and Acting BEP Director, Illinois Department for the Blind, Chicago, IL; Patrick Martin, RSVF Vendor, Tallahassee, Florida. Co-sponsored by the ACB Rehabilitation Task Force.
RSVA: Outlook Enrichment Assistance – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)RSVA: Outlook Enrichment Assistance – found in room CHI 215 and Heard on ACB Media 3 (CEU Eligible)
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July 2, 2022What is Outlook Enrichment Assistance? Learn about the differing technologies and skills training that assist those entering the vending program and other careers. Paulette Monthei BSW, MPA, Enrichment Executive Director, Omaha, Nebraska; Alex Curtis, NE Vendor Trainee, Omaha, Nebraska.