[Blind-rollers] 2010 NFB Convention Agenda Now Available
David Andrews
dandrews at visi.com
Mon May 31 23:12:32 UTC 2010
Below is the text of the agenda for the 2010 NFB
national convention. You can also download a
fully-formatted Word version from the link below.
Dave
http://www.nfb.org/nfb/National_Convention.asp
THE MEMBERS OF THE
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND OF TEXAS
WELCOME YOU TO THE
70th ANNUAL CONVENTION OF THE
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE BLIND
Marc Maurer, President
National Federation of the Blind
200 East Wells Street at Jernigan Place
Baltimore, Maryland 21230
Mary Ellen Jernigan
Executive Director for Operations and
Chairwoman, Convention Organization and Activities
Angela Wolf, President
National Federation of the Blind of Texas
314 East Highland Mall Blvd., Suite 353
Austin, Texas 78752
Hilton Anatole Hotel
2201 Stemmons Freeway
Dallas, Texas 75207
(214) 748-1200
The 70th annual convention of the National
Federation of the Blind is being held in Dallas
at the Hilton Anatole Hotel. As usual, our hotel
rates are very good: singles and doubles are $62;
triples and quads are $67. In addition to the
room rates, there is a fifteen percent occupancy
tax. There is no charge for children under
sixteen in the room with parents as long as no
extra bed is required. Proof of convention
registration is necessary, including the showing
of an NFB registration badge if
requested. Otherwise, regular hotel rates must
be paid. The Hilton Anatole is a non-smoking
hotel; smoking is permitted only on the Gossip
patio and fifteen feet from any outside entrance.
HILTON ANATOLE GEOGRAPHY
The Hilton Anatole consists of two main
sections—the Atrium and the Tower. The Atrium
section is further divided into Atrium I and
Atrium II. At the lobby and mezzanine levels
Atrium I, Atrium II, and the Tower are connected
so that you can walk from Atrium I at the far
east end of the hotel through Atrium II into the
Tower at the far west end of the hotel as if it
were one building. During the time of our
convention the entire central area of Atrium II
at the lobby level will be undergoing substantial
renovation. This renovation will not impact our
convention operation in any significant way since
there will be a well-defined passageway linking
Atrium I with the Tower. This passageway will
run east and west along the south side of Atrium II at the lobby level.
At levels above the mezzanine, Atrium I and
Atrium II are contiguous with each other but not
with the Tower—that is, to reach the sleeping
rooms, you must use either the Atrium elevators
or the Tower elevators, depending on which
section your room is located in. The Tower
sleeping room elevators do not stop at the
mezzanine level. The Atrium sleeping room
elevators stop at the mezzanine level, and you
can reach the mezzanine level meeting rooms above
the Atrium I lobby, the Atrium II lobby, and the
Tower lobby. However, a flight of six or eight
steps links the Atrium II mezzanine and the Tower
mezzanine. If these steps are a problem, you can
take a separate, single elevator that goes from
the Tower lobby to the Tower mezzanine level.
This elevator is located just west of the
business center in the Tower lobby. At the west
end of the Tower mezzanine is a stairway that
leads to the Tower lobby. When you come down this
stairway, you are facing east, and the Chantilly
Ballroom is slightly ahead and on your right.
Atrium I is the farthest-east section of
the hotel and sits slightly south of Atrium II.
Think of the entire hotel as a high-top tennis
shoe lying on its side with the sole running
along the north side, the toe pointing west, and
the open top to the south. The right angle formed
where the back of the shoe meets the sole in the
hotel’s architecture is actually cut on the
diagonal so that, when entering the hotel on that
diagonal, you are facing southwest. Atrium I is
much shorter in its north-south dimension than
are Atrium II and the Tower on the east-west
axis. After you step into the main entrance, a
left turn takes you towards the check-in desk and Atrium I.
If you stand with your back to the check-in
desk, you are facing west. Atrium I is on your
left, and Atrium II is slightly to your right and
straight ahead. The Atrium elevators and stairway
and escalators to the mezzanine-level meeting
rooms are located just across from the Atrium
front desk and main entrance in the general area
where the two Atria join. Access to the
temporary passageway between Atrium I and the
Tower will be located here also.
The lobby level of Atrium I and the area
south of the temporary Atrium II passageway
contains several meeting rooms, a brand new
restaurant called the Media Grill & Bar, and the
Grand Ballroom, which is located on the south
side of Atrium II. The Khmer Pavilion is located
roughly above the Grand Ballroom.
The point at which the Atrium II lobby
joins the Tower lobby is located just beyond the
west end of the Grand Ballroom foyer. The exact
configuration of this juncture is unknown at the
time of this writing because of the renovations
in progress. If any steps still remain by the
time we arrive, there will be a ramp in place for wheelchair access.
HOTEL FOOD SERVICE
Breakfast will be available from 6:00 to
11:00 am in three locations: Common Ground in
Atrium 1, serving grab-and-go continental
breakfasts and ala carte items including hot
breakfast sandwiches; The Terrace in Atrium 1
serving full hot breakfasts; and Gossips
(beginning at 6:30 am) in the Tower serving
specialty coffees and ala carte items.
Lunch will be available from 11:00 am to
2:00 pm in the Common Ground serving soups,
salads, deli and hot sandwiches, quick
grab-and-go bag lunches, and other ala carte
items; in The Terrace from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
serving a quick hot “blue plate” special each
day; in Gossips from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm serving
deli sandwiches and ala carte items; and in the
Media Grill & Bar (located on the south side of
Atrium II between the Atrium escalators and the
Grand Ballroom) from 11:00 am to 10:00 pm
offering a full-scale lunch and dinner menu.
Dinner will be available in the Media Grill
& Bar until 10:00 pm, with “deep-night” bar and
selected food service continuing until 2:00 am;
in the Rathskeller (accessed from the Tower lobby
across from the potpourri shop), serving a
typical sports bar menu; and in Nana, the
five-star restaurant located on the
twenty-seventh floor of the Tower, from 6:30 to
10:30 pm. In addition, sushi will be available
in Gossips until 2:00 am; a variety of hot and
cold lite fare will be available in the bar at
Nana from 4:30 pm to 12:30 am; and room service
is available on a twenty-four-hour basis.
TEXAS-STYLE BARBEQUE AND LIVE MUSIC IN ANATOLE PARK
Continue the excitement of convention
opening day by enjoying a delicious Texas-style
barbeque with family and friends under the stars in Anatole Park.
Listen to the great acoustical sounds of one of
Texas’ top performing singers and songwriters,
Brian Burns, with friends Tommy Alverson and
Davin James, who bring Texas and American country
music back to the heart of the matter. All
hosted by the NFB of Texas and all happening on
Tuesday, July 6, starting at 6:00 pm. Tickets
(while they last) are $45 per person and can be
purchased in the registration area.
ROOKIE ROUNDUP
All first-time convention attendees
are cordially invited to attend a reception from
8:00 to 10:00 pm on Saturday, July 3, in the
Stemmons Auditorium, Atrium lobby. President
Maurer and other Federation leaders will be on
hand to welcome you to the convention and preview
the week’s activities. Veteran conventioneers
should urge all first-timers to attend this
special event. Also, first-time rookies are
invited to join an informal, fun gathering on
Monday, July 5, from 12:00 noon to 2:00 pm in the Affiliate Action Suite 2372.
REGISTRATION & PREREGISTRATION
Registration activities take place in
the upper Chantilly foyer, Tower lobby beginning
at 9:00 am on Sunday, July 4; at 8:30 am on
Monday, July 5; and at other times as listed
throughout the week. The fee for registration at
convention is $20 per person (if you
preregistered before May 31, the fee was $15),
and all those attending the convention (both
local and outoftown people) are asked to
register. Convention registration is a
requirement for door prize eligibility and a
number of other convention activities. We
condition rates for hotel rooms on proof of
registration, including the showing of an NFB
registration badge if requested. Therefore,
please register as soon as possible after arrival.
EXHIBITS
Exhibits (excluding the NFB Independence Market)
are on display in the Khmer Pavilion, Atrium
third level. Exhibit hall hours are:
Sunday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Monday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Tuesday Noon to 1:45 pm;
Sponsors only from 7:00-10:00 pm
Wednesday Noon to 1:45 pm and 7:00 to 10:00 pm
There is a special event for sponsor-level
exhibitors only on Tuesday, July 6, from 7:00 to
10:00 pm (see “Special Attention” section and
agenda listing for more information). Sign up
for NFB-NEWSLINE® at the NEWSLINE table. Any
alterations in the general session schedule which
may occur during the convention will result in
conforming shifts in the exhibit schedule and
will be announced in the exhibit areas. A number
of affiliated NFB divisions and committees have tables.
INDEPENDENCE MARKET & SHOWROOM OF INNOVATION
The Independence Market and the Showroom
of Innovation will be located in the Grand
Ballroom, Atrium lobby. NFB publications,
products, devices, canes, Louis Braille
commemorative coins, jewelry, and other items
will be available. Also in the Showroom of
Innovation you can preview the nonvisual
interface technology that might empower driving
and other advanced applications. Put your hands
on the wheel, touch the first generation blind
driver challenge vehicle, and glimpse into the
future. Be part of the revolution as we Race for
Independence. Hours of operation for the Market and the Showroom are:
Sunday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Monday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Tuesday Noon to 1:45 pm
Wednesday Noon to 1:45 pm—Note: Final time slot to visit
Independence
Market and Showroom of Innovation.
MEETINGS
General sessions of the convention
convene at 9:00 am in the Chantilly Ballroom,
Tower lobby on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
The convention adjourns promptly at 5:00 pm on
Thursday, July 8. Please note that all requests
for announcements by Dr. Maurer during general
sessions must be submitted in Braille.
BANQUET AND BANQUET TICKET EXCHANGE
The banquet is being held in the
Chantilly Ballroom, Tower lobby at 7:00 pm,
Thursday, July 8. Banquet tickets purchased at
convention are $45.00 (the cost was $40 if
purchased before May 31) and are on sale during
registration on Sunday, Monday, and
Tuesday. Banquet tickets will not be available
for purchase after Tuesday at 2:00 pm.
It will be necessary to have your
banquet ticket with you to attend the banquet; it
will be collected at the banquet table.
Arrangements should be made for reserved table
assignments by taking the ticket(s) you purchase
to the Banquet Exchange Table in the Chantilly
lobby area, where you may exchange either an
individual ticket or a group of tickets for
reserved seating. Banquet tables seat ten people.
RELIGIOUS SERVICES AND DEVOTIONS
On Sunday, July 4, Fr. Gregory Paul,
C.P., will celebrate a Roman Catholic Mass at
6:30 am in the Wedgwood Room, Tower lobby.
Also on Sunday at 11:45 am services for
the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
will be held in the Wedgwood Room, Tower lobby.
Devotional services will be held in the
Sapphire Room, Tower lobby at 8:00 am on Tuesday,
Wednesday, and Thursday. Services are
nonsectarian and will end at least fifteen
minutes prior to morning convention
sessions. Coordinated by the National
Association of the Blind in Communities of Faith
Division; Tom Anderson, President.
K-NFB’S BLIO READER
MAKING BOOKS ACCESSIBLE TO EVERYONE!
Printed books are becoming digital and
accessible. Blio is free e-reader software
designed for presentation of digital
media. Developed and distributed by K-NFB
Reading Technology, Inc., shop at the online Blio
bookstore with access to over one million free
books. Read wherever you are by syncing your
digital library to your mobile device. To learn
more, visit the demonstration sessions listed in
the agenda on Saturday, Sunday, and Wednesday.
SPECIAL ATTENTION IS CALLED
TO THE FOLLOWING ITEMS
• A Federation Information Desk will be in the
registration area from Sunday morning, July 4,
through Thursday, July 8, if you have questions
or need assistance. The Texas affiliate will
also maintain a table near the hotel checkin desk
in the main lobby to provide assistance and
hospitality during much of the convention.
• When you register, you will be given a name
badge. Please wear it at all times during the convention.
• The room number for the Presidential Suite is
2572. Someone will be on hand in the
Presidential Suite throughout most of the
convention to greet you and make appointments for
you with the President or anyone else you wish to
see. The Presidential Suite will not be open
during the business sessions of the convention,
the Monday morning Board of Directors meeting, or
the Thursday evening banquet. Come to the
Presidential Suite. You will be most welcome.
• The room number for Mary Ellen Jernigan,
Chairwoman of Convention Organization and
Activities, is 2472. Questions concerning hotel
rooms, meeting rooms, banquet, scheduling,
registration, and other matters dealing with
convention arrangements should be referred to the
Chairwoman of Convention Organization and Activities.
• Individuals needing to conduct business with
the NFB Treasurer may do so by going to the Opal
Room, Tower lobby on Tuesday, July 6, between
5:30 and 7:30 pm, or on Wednesday, July 7, between 12:00 noon and 2:00 pm.
• The Texas Suite (Angela Wolf, President) is 2272.
• The Affiliate Action and Rookie Activities
Suite (Joanne Wilson and Pam Allen, Coordinators) is 2372.
• Child-care services for children between the
ages of six weeks and ten years are available
during convention sessions, most meetings, and
the banquet. Preregistration and payment by June
15 were required for child-care.
Child-care is organized and supervised
by Carla McQuillan, the executive director of
Main Street Montessori Association. Alison
McQuillan serves as the activities and staff
coordinator. Please note that child-care
provides morning and afternoon snacks, but
parents are required to provide lunch for their
child(ren) every day. Times listed are the
opening and closing times for child-care. A late
fee of $10 per quarter-hour per child will be
assessed for all late pickups. Child-care hours are:
Saturday, 7/3 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 to 5:30 pm
Sunday, 7/4 Closed
Monday, 7/5 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 to 5:30 pm
Tuesday, 7/6 9:30 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 to 5:30 pm
Wednesday, 7/7 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 to 5:30 pm
Thursday, 7/8 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and 1:30 to 5:30 pm
Banquet 7/8 6:30 pm to 30 minutes after banquet ends
• A Special Evening for Sponsor-Level
Exhibitors: Again this year, the exhibit hall
will reopen from 7:00 to 10:00 pm on Tuesday,
July 6, for a very special evening dedicated
solely to Sponsor-Level Exhibitors. Come and
bring a guest to say “thank you” to our sponsors
and to enjoy their interesting offers and demonstrations.
• The always popular Showcase of Talent is back
again at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, July 7, presented
by the Performing Arts Division. Admission price
is $5.00. If you would like to participate in the
Showcase, make sure to sign up early by
contacting a Performing Arts Division board member at the convention.
• Raffle tickets will not be sold in the
registration area, and no raffles or other such
drawings will take place during convention
sessions or at the banquet. The single exception
to this rule will be that national divisions may
(if they request it in advance) conduct such
drawings during the convention or at the
banquet. The Sapphire Room, Tower lobby will be
set aside at 12:00 noon on Thursday, July 8, for
all other drawings. Any group or affiliate
wishing to conduct drawings at this time (or any
person wishing to know the winners) may go at
noon on Thursday to the Sapphire Room.
AFFILIATED DIVISIONS, COMMITTEES, AND GROUPS
The Federation carries on its business
through divisions, committees, and groups. The
meetings of some of these have been scheduled for
particular times and are listed in the agenda.
Others have not been formally scheduled but will
meet at the call of their chairpersons or
presidents. If you have matters that you would
like to discuss with any of the following
divisions, committees, or groups, you should contact:
Divisions:
• Agriculture and Equestrian: Fred Chambers, President;
• Assistive Technology Trainers: Michael Barber, President;
• Classics, Antiques, and Rods or Special Interest Vehicles (CARS):
Joseph B. Naulty, President;
• Deaf-Blind: Burnell Brown, President;
• Diabetes Action Network for the Blind: Michael Freeman, President;
• Human Services: David Stayer, President;
• National Association of the Blind in Communities of Faith: Tom Anderson,
President;
• National Association of Blind Entrepreneurs: James R. Bonerbo,
President;
• National Association of Blind Lawyers: Scott LaBarre, President;
• National Association of Blind Merchants: Kevan Worley, President;
• National Association of Blind Office Professionals: Lisa Hall, President;
• National Association of Blind Piano Technicians: Don Mitchell, President;
• National Association of Blind Rehabilitation Professionals: Melody
Lindsey, President;
• National Association of Blind Students: Arielle Silverman, President;
• National Association of Blind Veterans: Dwight Sayer, President;
• National Association of Guide Dog Users: Marion Gwizdala, President;
• National Association to Promote the Use of
Braille (NAPUB): Nadine Jacobson, President;
Divisions, Continued:
• National Federation of the Blind in Computer Science: Curtis Chong,
President;
• National Federation of the Blind Krafters: Joyce Kane, President;
• National Federation of the Blind Seniors: Judy Sanders, President;
• National Organization of Blind Educators: Sheila Koenig, President;
• National Organization of Parents of Blind Children (NOPBC): Carol
Castellano, President;
• Performing Arts: Dennis H.R. Sumlin, President;
• Public Employees: Ivan Weich, President;
• Science and Engineering: John Miller, President;
• Sports and Recreation: Lisamaria Martinez, President;
• Travel and Tourism: Don Gillmore, President;
• Writers: Robert Leslie Newman, President.
Committees:
• Ambassadors: Angela Wolf, Chairperson;
• Blind Educator of the Year Award: David Ticchi, Chairperson;
• Committee on Assistive Technology (COAT): Curtis Chong, Chairperson;
• Committee on Automobile and Pedestrian Safety (CAPS): Deborah Kent
Stein, Chairperson;
• Committee to Empower Underserved Populations (CEUP): Ron Brown,
Chairperson;
• Cultural Exchange and International Program: Diane McGeorge,
Chairperson;
• Distinguished Educator of Blind Children Award: Cathy Jackson,
Chairperson;
• Employment: Buna Dahal, Chairperson;
• Genetic Education: Barbara Pierce, Chairperson;
• Imagination Fund: Parnell Diggs, Chairperson;
• Jacobus tenBroek Award: Ramona Walhof, Chairperson;
• Jacobus tenBroek Memorial Fund: Tami Jones, Chairperson;
• Kenneth Jernigan Fund: Allen Harris, Chairperson;
• Library Services: David Hyde, Chairperson;
• Loan Fund: Donald C. Capps, Chairperson;
• Membership: Ron Gardner, Chairperson;
• Newel Perry Award: Allen Harris, Chairperson;
• Newsletter Publications: Norma Crosby, Chairperson;
• NFB-NEWSLINE® Steering: David DeNotaris, Chairperson;
• PAC Plan: Scott LaBarre, Chairperson;
• Planned Giving: John Halverson, Chairperson;
• Promotion, Evaluation, and Advancement of Technology: Gary Wunder,
Chairperson;
Committees, Continued:
• Public Relations: Christopher Danielsen, Chairperson;
• Research and Development: Curtis Chong, Chairperson;
• Resolutions: Sharon Maneki, Chairperson;
• Scholarship: Anil Lewis, Chairperson;
• Shares Unlimited in NFB (SUN): Sandy Halverson, Chairperson;
• Spanish Translation: Norman Gardner, Chairperson;
• White Cane and Affiliate Finance: Alpidio Rolón, Chairperson.
Groups:
• Blind Musicians: Linda Mentink, Chairperson;
• Blind Parents: Deborah Kent Stein, Chairperson;
• Blind Professional Journalists: Elizabeth Campbell and Bryan Bashin,
Co-Chairpersons;
• Educators of Blind Children: Gail Wagner, Chairperson;
• Geordi's Engineers: Lorraine Rovig, Chairperson;
• Legislative Initiatives Discussion: Don Burns, Coordinator;
• Living History: Michael Freholm, Chairperson;
• NFB Ham Radio: D. Curtis Willoughby, Chairperson;
• NFB in Judaism: David Stayer, Chairperson;
• NFB Lions: Ramona Walhof and Milton Ota, Co-Chairpersons;
• Orientation and Mobility: Edward C. Bell, Chairperson;
• Professionals in Blindness Education: Heather Field, Chairperson
• Webmasters: Gary Wunder, Chairperson.
CONVENTION AGENDA
SATURDAY, JULY 3, 2010
7:30 - 8:45 am—HAM RADIO GROUP EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Milan Room, Tower mezzanine
Discuss convention frequencies, hotel
architectural features, and distributing special
FM receivers for the hearing-impaired and
Spanish-speaking attendees. D. Curtis Willoughby (ka0vba), Chairperson
7:30 am - 6:30 pm—EDUCATION: TOP DOWN AND BOTTOM UP
Parent, Teacher, Rehabilitation, and Orientation
& Mobility Joint Conference for Families and
Rehabilitation Professionals (7:30 to 8:45 am—Registration;
12:00 noon - 2:00 pm—NBPCB Awards Luncheon in Morocco Room)
Stemmons Auditorium, Atrium lobby
NOPBC Fees: Adults $30; Youth (13-18) $20; Children (5-12) $10
NBPCB Fees (includes lunch): Students $75; Professionals $100
Note: Conference admission included with either registration above.
Sponsors: National Organization of Parents of
Blind Children (NOPBC); National Blindness
Professional Certification Board (NBPCB);
National Association of Blind Rehabilitation
Professionals (NABRP); and the Professional
Development & Research Institute on Blindness
(PDRIB) at the Louisiana Tech University.
Chairpersons: Carol Castellano and Edward Bell
8:30 am—CHILD-CARE (Preregistration by June 15 was required)
Batik A & B and Cardinal A & B Rooms, Atrium Mezzanine
Please see “Special Attention” section of agenda for further information.
8:30 - 11:30 am—WHAT’S NEW IN JAWS 11 AND A FIRST
LOOK AT JAWS 12—FREEDOM SCIENTIFIC, INC.
Senators Lecture Hall, Tower lobby
Join Eric Damery, JAWS Product Manager, for an
exciting and informative session covering the new
details surrounding JAWS development during the
past year. In addition to many demonstrations of
JAWS 11 with Research It, this will also be the
first look at JAWS 12 scheduled for public beta in August 2010.
9:00 am - 12:00 noon—GW MICRO: SENSE NOTETAKER
AND BOOKSENSE TRAINING (Registration: $10; refreshments provided)
Fleur-de-Lis A Room, Atrium mezzanine
The Braille Sense Plus and other Sense notetakers
are exciting devices in Braille notetaker
technology. Learn new features, including the GW
Sense Navigation GPS. See the BookSense in
action; play your books and audio files with
ease. Raul Gallegos and Jeremy Curry. To register, call 260-489-3671.
SATURDAY, JULY 3, Continued
9:00 am - 5:00 pm—NFB JERNIGAN INSTITUTE’S ACCESS TECHNOLOGY SEMINARS
Governors Lecture Hall, Tower lobby
9:00 - 11:30 am—Apple’s Mac system, iPod series, iPhone, and iPad
1:00 - 2:00 pm—Ebay’s accessibility improvements
2:15 - 3:30 pm—Blackboard Learn, the online platform for education
3:45 - 5:00 pm—Accessing e-Books rapidly expanding market
9:00 am - 5:00 pm—EMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE SEMINAR
Rosetta Room, Atrium mezzanine
9:00 am–Registration; 9:30 am–Seminar begins
Staying on the cutting edge—what does it
take? If you are seeking a job or focused on
career advancement, don't miss this excellent
opportunity to explore the building blocks of
evolutionary employment. Buna Dahal, Chairperson
9:30 am - 2:30 pm—SENIORS SEMINAR: INTRO TO BLINDNESS SKILLS
Sapphire Room, Tower lobby
Please note—attendance is limited to around
thirty-five people, so arrive promptly. Blind
instructors introduce seniors to basic blindness
skills: Braille, use of the long white cane,
games, etc. Co-chaired by Ruth Sager and Ramona
Walhof; Judy Sanders, President, NFB Seniors Division
10:30 am - 12:00 noon—“WHERE PAST, PRESENT, AND
FUTURE COME TOGETHER”—NFB YOUTH TRACK (AGES 11 TO 18)
Wyeth Room, Atrium mezzanine
Kick off this year’s Youth Track activities with
fun icebreakers and meet new friends. This is
also a time for youth to debate the age-old
issues of blindness while putting a fresh new
spin on them for today. All Youth Track
activities are sponsored by the NFB Jernigan
Institute; Mary Jo Hartle, Coordinator
12:45 - 1:45 pm—WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE? NFB
JERNIGAN INSTITUTE DISCUSSIONS—SESSION ONE
(Session Two: Sunday at 5:30 pm; Session Three: Monday at 7:30 pm)
Wyeth Room, Atrium mezzanine
Session One covers research, history, and our literature.
Moderated by Mark A. Riccobono, Executive Director, NFB Jernigan Institute
SATURDAY, JULY 3, Continued
1:00 - 3:00 pm—FREEDOM SCIENTIFIC; OPENBOOK 9 AND
PEARL PORTABLE READING SOLUTION
Senators Lecture Hall, Tower lobby
Have lightning fast OCR with OpenBook in a
portable solution that folds up. Connect via a
USB port and scan documents. Have them read aloud
using Eloquence voices or any of Real Speak Solo
Direct human-sounding voices now available on
OpenBook. Magnify work, write under the camera, and reformat text.
1:00 - 5:00 pm—HUMANWARE PRODUCT SHOWCASE AND USER GROUPS
Obelisk A Room, Atrium mezzanine
Sessions: 1:00 Breeze; 2:00 Portable Devices; 3:00 Stream; 4:00 BrailleNote
Join HumanWare to learn about recent updates and
share product tips. Give us your suggestions or
ask questions about your favorite HumanWare
product. Door Prizes for every session!
1:00 - 6:00 pm—KRAFTERS DIVISION CRAFT SHOW
Topaz Room, Tower lobby
If you are interested in crafts and appreciate
hand-made items, this is the place to be! Come
and meet some very talented Federation crafters
and purchase their beautiful items for sale. Joyce Kane, President
1:30 - 2:45 pm—EXPERIENCE THE BLIO READER: MAKING
THE WORLD’S BOOKS ENJOYABLE, USABLE, AND ACCESSIBLE TO EVERYONE!
Peridot Room, Atrium mezzanine
Presented by James Gashel.
2:00 - 3:00 pm—NOPBC CONCURRENT SESSIONS FOR PARENTS
The Conquest of Independence
Edelweiss Room, Atrium mezzanine
Helpful strategies for raising and working with a young blind child.
Instructor: Carla McQuillan
The Blind Student in Science Class
Dardenelles Room, Atrium mezzanine
Tools and techniques to include blind
students in all aspects of science.
Instructors: Cary Supalo, Dr. Lillian
Rankel, Marilyn Winograd, and Dr.
Andrew Greenberg
SATURDAY, JULY 3, Continued
NOPBC CONCURRENT SESSIONS FOR PARENTS, Cont’d.
Braille Reading Rates
Inverness Room, Atrium mezzanine
Your child can become a Braille-reading speed demon!
Instructors: Jerry Whittle and Dr. Eric Vasiliauskas
Let Your Child Grow Up!
Fleur-de-Lis B Room, Atrium mezzanine
When is the right time to begin stepping back as a parent?
Instructors: Rosy Carranza and Andrea Beasley
2:00 - 5:00 pm—GOAL BALL; SPORTS & REC DIVISION
Gym, Verandah area
Lisamaria Martinez, President
2:00 - 5:00 pm—GW MICRO: WINDOW-EYES TRAINING
(Registration: $10; refreshments provided)
Fleur-de-Lis A Room, Atrium mezzanine
Explore the power of Window-Eyes with advanced
scripting support, Office 2010, Windows 7, and
much more. Come to see support for the Internet
and scripting provided by a screen
reader. Presenters: Jeremy Curry and Raul
Gallegos. To register, call 260-489-3671.
2:00 - 5:00 pm—YOUTH TRACK CONCURRENT WORKSHOP SESSIONS
Preparing for the Future:
Wyeth Room, Atrium mezzanine
2:00 - 3:30 pm—High School Readiness (ages 11-14)
3:30 - 5:00 pm—College Readiness (ages 14-18)
Working Out Workouts:
Travertine Room, Atrium mezzanine
2:00 - 3:30 pm—For ages 14-18
3:30 - 5:00 pm—For ages 11-14
Looking Good without Looking:
Steuben Room, Atrium mezzanine
2:00 - 3:30 pm—For ages 14-18
3:30 - 5:00 pm—For ages 11-14
SATURDAY, JULY 3, Continued
3:00 - 4:30 pm—TEACHER RECRUITMENT INITIATIVE
Affiliate Action Suite 2372
If you are interested in improving the education
of blind students, please join us. Learn how to
contact universities in your area, put on
recruitment presentations, and spread the word about this rewarding career.
Hosted by the NFB Affiliate Action Team
3:00 - 4:45 pm—EXPERIENCE THE BLIO READER: MAKING
THE WORLD’S BOOKS ENJOYABLE, USABLE, AND ACCESSIBLE TO EVERYONE!
Peridot Room, Atrium mezzanine
Presented by James Gashel.
3:15 - 4:15 pm—NOPBC CONCURRENT SESSIONS FOR PARENTS
ABC and 1, 2, 3
Edelweiss Room, Atrium mezzanine
Early literacy and number understanding at home and at school.
Instructors: Heather Field and Stephanie Kieszak-Holloway
I Survived Math Class
Dardenelles Room, Atrium mezzanine
Tips to ensure your child understands, keeps up
with, and even learns to love math.
Social Skills
Inverness Room, Atrium mezzanine
Strategies for fostering the development
of age-appropriate social skills.
Instructors: Denise Mackenstadt and Angela Frederick
Low Vision: Focus on Success
Fleur-de-Lis B Room, Atrium mezzanine
Prepare your low vision child for
success in school, at home, and in social
life. Instructors: Marla Palmer and Mark Riccobono
4:30 - 5:30 pm—NOPBC CONCURRENT SESSIONS FOR PARENTS
Get Your Child Going!
Inverness Room, Atrium mezzanine
Enhance and promote independent movement in the
young or delayed child. Instructor: Denise Mackenstadt
SATURDAY, JULY 3, Continued
NOPBC CONCURRENT SESSIONS FOR PARENTS, Cont’d.
Technology
Dardenelles Room, Atrium mezzanine
Available technology; hear from students on how
they employ it. Instructors: Richard Holloway and blind students
Behavior: From Control to Support in Five Easy Lessons
Edelweiss Room, Atrium mezzanine
Steps to turn problem behavior into positive behavior.
Instructor: Dr. Jerry Petroff
Is Your Child Job Ready?
Fleur-de-Lis B Room, Atrium mezzanine
Learn how your child can gain experience and skills.
5:00 - 7:00 pm—SPANISH SEMINAR
Peridot Room, Atrium mezzanine
Blindness is blindness, no matter what the
language. Meet new and old friends; learn about
Federation philosophy and the truth about
blindness—in Spanish. Moderator: Alpidio Rolón
5:00 - 8:00 pm—MIX-AND-MINGLE RECEPTION FOR
PARENTS AND REHABILITATION PROFESSIONALS
Morocco Room, Tower mezzanine
6:00 - 10:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF GUIDE DOG
USERS (NAGDU) BUSINESS MEETING
Emerald Room, Tower lobby
6:00 pm–Registration; 7:00 pm–Meeting begins
Find out about legal cases that NAGDU and NFB are
involved in; learn about the work and development
of affiliate divisions; celebrate the launch of
the NAGDU Education and Advocacy Hotline; elect
your division leaders. Marion Gwizdala, President
SATURDAY, JULY 3, Continued
6:30 - 10:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND OFFICE PROFESSIONALS
Dardenelles Room, Atrium mezzanine
6:30 pm–Registration; 7:00 pm–Meeting begins
Learn about new technology and how blind
telephone operators, receptionists, customer
service reps, Braille transcribers and
proofreaders, and other office workers solve
problems and challenges in the office setting. Lisa Hall, President
7:00 - 8:30 pm—LIVING HISTORY GROUP
Edelweiss Room, Atrium mezzanine
Dedicated to recording, preserving, and
appreciating Federation history. Michael Freholm, Chairperson
7:00 - 9:00 pm—NOPBC FAMILY HOSPITALITY NIGHT
Miro Room, Tower mezzanine
Relax and chat in an informal atmosphere. This
is a great opportunity for new families to meet
and connect with others. Veteran parents will be
on hand to welcome and provide information.
7:00 - 10:00 pm—INDEPENDENCE SCIENCE, LLC FOCUS GROUP ONE
Fleur-de-Lis B Room, Atrium mezzanine
(Preregistration by May 15 was required to
attend.) Independence Science LLC, in
collaboration with Purdue University researchers,
is collecting feedback on a new portable handheld
data collection device for blind students to use
in high school science laboratories. (Focus
Group Two meets Monday at 7:00 pm)
7:30 - 9:00 pm—knfbReader MOBILE USERS MEETING
Fleur-de-Lis A Room, Atrium mezzanine
Conducted by Michael Hingson
7:30 - 11:00 pm—SALSA DANCE LESSIONS AND LATIN DANCE PARTY
Metropolitan Ballroom, Tower mezzanine
Get into the “rhythm” of the convention—learn the
salsa! Group and individual instructions
provided at any level of proficiency. Fee of
$5.00 benefits the NFB Spanish Translation
Committee. Add salsa dancing to your repertoire; people will be impressed.
SATURDAY, JULY 3, Continued
8:00 - 9:00 pm—WHITE CANE AND AFFILIATE FINANCE COMMITTEE
Peridot Room, Atrium mezzanine
Alpidio Rolón, Chairperson
8:00 - 10:00 pm—NFB LIONS GROUP
Inverness Room, Atrium mezzanine
NFB members who would like to join a Lions Club
or are already Lions are urged to meet to share
ideas and experiences. Please wear your shirts
or vests for a photo. Co-Chairpersons: Ramona Walhof and Milton Ota
8:00 - 10:00 pm—ROOKIE ROUNDUP RECEPTION
Stemmons Auditorium, Atrium lobby
First-time convention attendees—don’t miss this
event! President Maurer and former rookies will
be on hand to welcome you and answer questions
about the week’s activities. Casual dress.
Coordinator: Pam Allen, Director of the Louisiana
Center for the Blind and President of the NFB of Louisiana
8:00 pm - midnight—KARAOKE NIGHT?? (Admission: $5.00)
Peacock Terrace, West Wing
Enjoy music, door prizes, and a cash bar; meet
BLIND, Incorporated’s students and alumni and
share their experiences from training. Here’s
your chance to sing like a rock star; Braille
song lists are available. Hosted by BLIND, Inc.
9:00 - 10:00 pm—NFB AMBASSADORS COMMITTEE MEETING
Lalique Room, Atrium mezzanine
Angela Wolf, Chairperson
SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2010
6:30 - 7:30 am—ROMAN CATHOLIC MASS
Wedgwood Room, Tower lobby
Father Gregory Paul, C.P., Celebrant
9:00 am - 5:00 pm—REGISTRATION ($20); BANQUET AND
BARBEQUE TICKET SALES ($45 EACH); Chantilly Foyer Area, Tower lobby
9:00 am - 5:00 pm—INDEPENDENCE MARKET AND
SHOWROOM OF INNOVATION—Grand Ballroom, Atrium lobby
9:00 am 5:00 pm—EXHIBITS—Khmer Pavilion, Atrium, third level
11:45 am - 1:15 pm—CHURCH SERVICES FOR THE CHURCH
OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS
Wedgwood Room, Tower lobby
1:00 - 2:00 pm—BLIND MUSICIANS GROUP
Dardenelles Room, Atrium mezzanine
Share ideas and tips and network with other blind musicians.
Linda Mentink, Chairperson
1:00 - 5:00 pm—SELF-DEFENSE CLASS; SPORTS & REC DIVISION
De Soto A & B Rooms, West Wing
Lisamaria Martinez, President
1:00 - 5:00 pm—AUTO SHOW (CLASSICS, ANTIQUES, AND SPECIAL INTEREST VEHICLES)
Clock Tower Parking Lot
Presented by the NFB CARS Division; Joe Naulty, President
1:00 - 5:00 pm—NATIONAL CERTIFICATION IN LITERARY
BRAILLE (NCLB) OFFICIAL EXAMINATION—SECTIONS ONE AND TWO
Governors Lecture Hall, Tower lobby
Participants must have preregistered. Exam
sections three and four are on Monday at 1:00
pm. Sponsored by the National Blindness Professional Certification Board
SUNDAY, JULY 4, Continued
1:00 - 6:30 pm—PROFESSIONALS IN BLINDNESS EDUCATION
Edelweiss Room, Atrium mezzanine
Heather Field, Chairperson
1:30 pm—RESOLUTIONS COMMITTEE
Coronado Ballroom, West Wing
Sharon Maneki, Chairperson
1:30 - 2:45 pm—EXPERIENCE THE BLIO READER: MAKING
THE WORLD’S BOOKS ENJOYABLE, USABLE, AND ACCESSIBLE TO EVERYONE!
Peridot Room, Atrium mezzanine
Presented by James Gashel
2:00 - 4:30 pm—OPEN BRAILLE INITIATIVE
Obelisk A Room, Atrium mezzanine
To make access to Braille easier, a group of
prominent Braille device manufacturers have come
together to develop and maintain an Open Standard
for communications between screen readers and
Braille displays. Do you want to know more? Join
us for the OpenBraille initiative presentation.
2:30 - 5:30 pm—TRAVEL AND TOURISM DIVISION
Milan Room, Tower mezzanine
Don Gillmore, President
3:00 - 4:45 pm—EXPERIENCE THE BLIO READER: MAKING
THE WORLD’S BOOKS ENJOYABLE, USABLE, AND ACCESSIBLE TO EVERYONE!
Peridot Room, Atrium mezzanine
Presented by James Gashel
3:00 - 5:00 pm—WHAT’S NEW WITH NFB-NEWSLINE®
Lalique Room, Atrium mezzanine
Learn about the NFB’s free audible newspaper
service for the blind and visually
impaired. Topics cover Podable News, the new
voices, the new on-demand article request
feature, and more. Sign up for NFB-NEWSLINE® at its exhibit hall table.
4:00 - 5:30 pm—SLATE MATES—NFB YOUTH TRACK (Ages 11-18)
Dardenelles Room, Atrium mezzanine
Pair up with members of the NFB Writers Division
to learn the tricks of the trade to become a good
writer. Bring your questions, and put your interests to work.
SUNDAY, JULY 4, Continued
4:00 - 6:00 pm—FEDERATION REGENERATION
Fleur-de-Lis A Room, Atrium mezzanine
Learn how to develop quality programs for youth
in your state while regenerating your Federation
spirit. Presented by the NFB Jernigan Institute Education Team
4:30 - 6:00 pm—THIRTEENTH ANNUAL MOCK
TRIAL—National Association of Blind Lawyers; Scott LaBarre, President
Stemmons Auditorium, Atrium lobby
Admission: $5.00. Federation lawyers are pitted
against each other reenacting an old Federation
case with the audience serving as the
jury. Although the subject matter is very
serious, the courtroom portrayers are very entertaining.
5:30 - 6:30 pm—WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE? NFB
JERNIGAN INSTITUTE DISCUSSIONS—SESSION TWO (Session Three: Monday at 7:30)
Fleur-de-Lis B Room, Atrium mezzanine
Session Two covers access technology and product development.
Moderated by Mark A. Riccobono, Executive Director, NFB Jernigan Institute
5:30 - 8:00 pm—NEWSLETTER PUBLICATIONS COMMITTEE
Inverness Room, Atrium mezzanine
Annual meeting and workshop for affiliate
newsletter editors. Norma Crosby, Chairperson
6:00 - 8:00 pm—STORY TIME IDOL—NFB WRITERS DIVISION
Dardenelles Room, Atrium mezzanine
Tell and/or listen to tall and scary
stories. Cost is $5.00 at the door and $1.00 to
tell a story. Idol winners share in the take! Robert Leslie Newman, President
6:00 - 10:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND STUDENTS (NABS)
Wedgwood Room, Tower lobby
6:00 pm–Registration ($5.00); 7:00 pm–Meeting
Students, young professionals, parents, teachers,
and anyone interested in learning about issues
affecting blind students are welcome to attend.
Arielle Silverman, President
SUNDAY, JULY 4, Continued
6:30 - 8:00 pm—NFB AFFILIATE PRESIDENTS AND TREASURERS SEMINAR
Rosetta Room, Atrium mezzanine
All affiliate presidents and treasurers are asked
to attend this session. Topics include internal
controls, state charitable registrations,
end-of-year preparations, and discussing
individual state issues with facilitators Charlie
Brown, Ron Gardner, Bridgid Burke, and Nick Lambright
7:00 - 8:30 pm—MEET THE BLIND MONTH ACTIVITIES
AND OTHER SPECIAL EVENTS SEMINAR: PLANS AND ACTION EQUAL SUCCESS
Manchester Room, Tower mezzanine
October is “Meet the Blind Month.” Come and
brainstorm with us as we look for fresh ideas for
Meet the Blind Month! Learn new fundraising
ideas, and get your chapter ready to change
public perceptions of blindness. Karen Zakhnini, NFB Jernigan Institute
7:00 - 8:30 pm—PUBLIC EMPLOYEES DIVISION
Edelweiss Room, Atrium mezzanine
Ivan Weich, President
7:00 - 10:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND VETERANS
Steuben Room, Atrium mezzanine
Discussing plans to increase our division
membership in the coming year and holding elections. Dwight Sayer, President
7:30 - 9:30 pm—MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE: FINDING,
ATTRACTING, AND KEEPING NEW MEMBERS IN OUR CHAPTERS AND AFFILIATES
Fleur-de-Lis A Room, Atrium mezzanine
Success only comes before work in the
dictionary. Let’s discuss creative ideas to
increase our membership. Ron Gardner, Chairperson
7:30 - 9:30 pm—LIBRARY SERVICES COMMITTEE
Milan Room, Tower mezzanine
David Hyde, Chairperson
7:30 - 9:30 pm—BLIND PARENTS GROUP
Travertine Room, Atrium mezzanine
Deborah Kent Stein, Chairperson
SUNDAY, JULY 4, Continued
8:00 - 9:00 pm—JUDAISM MEETING
Lalique Room, Atrium mezzanine
David Stayer, Chairperson, NFB in Judaism Group
8:00 - 9:30 pm—WEBMASTERS MEETING
Fleur-de-Lis B Room, Atrium mezzanine
A meeting for all NFB affiliate and division
Webmasters to discuss the importance of an
informative, accessible, and visually attractive Website.
Gary Wunder, Chairperson, Webmasters Group
9:00 - 10:00 pm—SPANISH TRANSLATION COMMITTEE
Dardenelles Room, Atrium mezzanine
Norman Gardner, Chairperson
MONDAY, JULY 5, 2010
8:30 am - 5:00 pm—INDEPENDENCE MARKET AND
SHOWCASE OF INNOVATION—Grand Ballroom, Atrium lobby
8:30 am 5:00 pm—EXHIBITS—Khmer Pavilion, Atrium, third level
8:30 am - 5:00 pm—REGISTRATION ($20); BANQUET AND
BARBEQUE TICKET SALES ($45 EACH); Chantilly Foyer Area, Tower lobby
9:00 11:30 am—NFB BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING (Open to all)
Chantilly Ballroom, Tower lobby
12:00 noon - 1:15 pm—THE DIVISION FOR ME—NFB YOUTH TRACK
Lalique Room, Atrium mezzanine
Meet-and-greet with division representatives to
discover the NFB’s dynamic and diverse
divisions. Chat with knowledgeable reps about
what’s happening now in their divisions and
what’s in the works for the future. Our
divisions are progressive—join up and join in the fun.
12:00 noon - 2:00 pm—FIRST-TIME NFB CONVENTION ATTENDEES
Affiliate Action Suite 2372
Is this your first National Federation of the
Blind convention? If so, please bring your own
lunch and participate in a fun gathering; meet
some friendly people and have your convention
questions answered by experienced Federationists.
12:30 - 5:00 pm—DIABETES ACTION NETWORK (DAN) SEMINAR
Edelweiss Room, Atrium mezzanine
12:30 pm–Registration; 1:00 pm–Meeting begins
Learn about research updates on the use of
insulin pens by Dr. Ann Williams, strategies to
get medical insurance providers to cover diabetes
management equipment accessible to the blind, and
more. Mike Freeman, President
12:30 - 5:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND LAWYERS (NABL)
L’Entrecote Room, Atrium lobby
12:30 pm - Registration; 1:00 pm - Meeting begins
Examine laws affecting blind people and others
with disabilities; address ongoing struggles to
gain equal access to Web sites, employment, legal
texts and exams. Scott LaBarre, President
MONDAY, JULY 5, Continued
12:30 - 5:00 pm—NFB IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
Rosetta Room, Atrium mezzanine
12:30 pm–Registration; 1:00 pm–Meeting begins
Some of the topics include: the Macintosh as a
productivity tool for the blind; Solona, a
CAPTCHA-solving service; Association of
Information Technology Professionals
presentation; accessibility to Microsoft’s
products by its director of accessibility, Rob
Sinclair; elections; and much more. Curtis Chong, President
12:30 - 5:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF THE BLIND IN COMMUNITIES OF FAITH
Dardenelles Room, Atrium mezzanine
12:30 pm–Registration; 1:00 pm–Meeting begins
The theme is “Meeting Challenges: Gaining
Opportunities.” Speakers tell how their faith
has helped them face and overcome challenges;
also hear representatives from various
faith-based libraries and publishing houses
describe what their organizations do. Tom Anderson, President
12:30 - 5:00 pm—SPORTS AND RECREATION DIVISION ANNUAL MEETING
Coronado Ballroom, West Wing
12:30 pm–Registration; 1:00 pm–Meeting begins
Wear your sweats and come ready for hands-on
presentations, audible darts, and more! Lisamaria Martinez, President
1:00 3:00 pm—PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING & SEMINAR
Steuben Room, Atrium mezzanine
Don't wait for the media to discover you—come and
share ideas and strategies on how to harness the
power of the media! Topics: crafting press
releases, pitching stories, and giving
informative interviews. Chris Danielsen, Chairperson
1:00 - 4:00 pm—PERFORMING ARTS DIVISION
Travertine Room, Atrium mezzanine
General meeting with elections, an introduction
to our new state divisions, and speakers. Dennis H.R. Sumlin, President
1:00 - 4:15 pm—NOPBC DIVISION ANNUAL MEETING: ISSUES AND ADVANCES IN EDUCATION
Sapphire Room, Tower lobby
Carol Castellano, President
MONDAY, JULY 5, Continued
1:00 - 4:30 pm—NOPBC ACTIVITIES FOR MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOLERS
1:00 - 2:30 pm—Diggin’ Into Science (ages 11-14)
Miro Room, Tower mezzanine
Hands-on science fun with instant snow, magnets, volcanoes, etc.
Instructors: Dr. Lillian A. Rankel and Marilyn
Winograd, with assistance from chemists Cary Supalo and Dr. Andrew Greenberg
3:00 - 4:30 pm—Peer-to-Peer Technology (ages 11-18)
Milan Room, Tower mezzanine
Calling all geeks to expound on technology you love and love to hate.
Moderators: Jeremiah Beasley and John Fritz
3:00 - 4:30 pm—The Future Is Here in Science (ages 14-18)
Miro Room, Tower mezzanine
Hands-on chemistry activities; understanding chemical phenomena.
Instructors: Dr. Lillian A. Rankel,
Marilyn Winograd, Cary Supalo, and Dr.
Andrew Greenberg
1:00 - 4:30 pm—NATIONAL ORGANIZATION OF BLIND EDUCATORS
Fleur-de-Lis A Room, Atrium mezzanine
1:00 pm–Registration; 1:30 pm–Meeting begins
Blind teachers discuss techniques they use in
their classrooms; participants also meet in
groups specific to grade level and content areas
of interest to create a network of mentors. If
you teach or are considering a career in teaching
at any level, please join us. Sheila Koenig, President
1:00 5:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND
MERCHANTS REVOLUTIONIZING RANDOLPH-SHEPPARD:
CREATING NEW, ROBUST, AND DIVERSE SMALL BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE BLIND
De La Salle Room, West Wing
1:00 pm–Registration; 1:30 pm–Meeting begins
The title says it all. Let’s continue to protect
and defend the Randolph-Sheppard Program. The
need to expand business opportunities and to
develop new business initiatives for the blind of America is pressing.
At Your Service, Kevan Worley, President
MONDAY, JULY 5, Continued
1:00 - 5:00 pm—NATIONAL CERTIFICATION IN LITERARY
BRAILLE (NCLB) OFFICIAL EXAMINATION—SECTIONS THREE AND FOUR
Governors Lecture Hall, Tower lobby
Participants must have preregistered. Sponsored
by the National Blindness Professional Certification Board
1:00 - 5:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND REHABILITATION PROFESSIONALS
Madrid Room, Tower mezzanine
1:00 pm–Registration; 2:00 pm–Meeting begins
Network, share mutual interests, find placement
strategies, and examine and discuss concerns and
current issues. Melody Lindsey, President
1:00 - 5:00 pm—“SENIORS IN CHARGE”—NFB SENIORS
DIVISION MEETING AND (SOMEWHAT) SILENT AUCTION
Obelisk A Room, Atrium mezzanine
Join us to hear enthusiastic seniors share ideas
about what they are doing; find out ways to
spread our message of hope to seniors who have
recently become blind. And then, of course, we
are also having our very popular not-so-silent auction. Judy Sanders, President
1:00 - 6:00 pm—HUMAN SERVICES DIVISION
Inverness Room, Atrium mezzanine
1:00–Registration; 2:00–Meeting begins; 5:00—Mingle and network
Psychologists; social workers; counselors; and
music, art, or dance therapists meet to discuss
topics and network. David Stayer, President
1:30 3:00 pm—CULTURAL EXCHANGE AND INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM COMMITTEE
Lalique Room, Atrium mezzanine
Diane McGeorge, Chairperson
1:30 - 4:30 pm—WRITERS DIVISION BUSINESS MEETING
Peridot Room, Atrium mezzanine
Update members on division business, announce the
2010 winners of the youth and adult writing
contests, visit with a published author and
member of the NFB, and plan for the future. Robert Leslie Newman, President
MONDAY, JULY 5, Continued
3:00 - 5:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND PIANO TECHNICIANS
Wedgwood Room, Tower lobby
Piano tuning has long been considered one of the
stereotypical career choices for the blind. Is
this true? What can we do about it? Don Mitchell, President
5:00 - 6:30 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLIND LAWYERS (NABL) RECEPTION
L’Entrecote Room, Atrium lobby
For NABL members and seminar participants only to
promote networking and fellowship within our
membership. Hors d'oeuvres and cash bar available.
Scott LaBarre, President
5:00 - 7:00 pm—BRAILLE BOOK FLEA MARKET
De Soto A & B Rooms, West Wing
A book lover’s dream! Browse tables of new and
used Braille and print/Braille books. UPS
volunteers will ship the books to your home free
of charge. Donations requested to support the
Braille Readers are Leaders program. Cosponsored
by NOPBC and NAPUB. Coordinator: Peggy Chong
5:30 - 7:00 pm—KURZWEIL 1000 USERS’ CONTINGENT
Steuben Room, Atrium mezzanine
Join the Kurzweil 1000 Users’ Contingent! Meet
with Steve Baum, Vice President of Engineering,
and share some Kurzweil 1000
experiences. Kurzweil 1000 is our
state-of-the-art, text-to-speech and life
navigation software for blind and visually impaired readers.
6:00 - 9:00 pm—INDOOR ROWING; SPORTS & REC DIVISION
Coronado Ballroom, West Wing
Lisamaria Martinez, President
6:00 - 10:00 pm—BACK TO BASICS: FOUNDATIONS IN
MEMBERSHIP AND CHAPTER DEVELOPMENT
Sapphire Room, Tower lobby
Topics: running a purposeful chapter meeting,
building membership, community projects and
chapter fundraising, working with youth, and
weaving Federation philosophy into local
meetings. Presented by the NFB Affiliate Action Team
MONDAY, JULY 5, Continued
6:00 - 10:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF GUIDE DOG
USERS (NAGDU) SILVER ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION AND SEMINAR
Emerald Room, Tower lobby
6:00 pm–Registration; 7:00 pm–Seminar begins
Join us in celebrating twenty-five years of
education and advocacy on behalf of guide dog
users, recognize our founders and past leaders,
initiate future projects, and “test drive” a
guide dog! Marion Gwizdala, President
6:30 - 9:30 pm—SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING DIVISION
Wyeth Room, Atrium mezzanine
6:30 pm–Registration; 7:00 pm–Meeting begins
John Miller, President
6:30 - 10:00 pm—ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY TRAINERS DIVISION
Manchester Room, Tower mezzanine
6:30 pm–Registration; 7:00 pm–Meeting begins
Topics: determining the right note taker for your
student; plunging without fear into Windows 7
with Cathyanne Murtha of Access Technology
Institute; Jsay Pro; and teaching the Mac. Michael Barber, President
7:00 - 8:30 pm—“BROKEN-HEARTED RIVER TO FREEDOM”
a play by Jerry Whittle (Admission: $5.00; Second
Performance is at 9:00 pm)
Stemmons Auditorium, Atrium lobby
A man loses his sight during the Civil War,
returns home, and learns to deal with his
blindness and family. The play is performed by
the Louisiana Center for the Blind Players;
proceeds go to the Louisiana Center for the
Blind’s summer training program for blind children.
7:00 - 9:00 pm—CLASSICS, ANTIQUES, AND RODS
(CARS) DIVISION SEMINAR AND BUSINESS MEETING
Obelisk B Room, Atrium mezzanine
Come and hear speakers from automobile clubs talk
about their activities and participate in the
division business meeting. Joseph B. Naulty, President
7:00 - 9:00 pm—COMMITTEE TO EMPOWER UNDERSERVED POPULATIONS
Obelisk A Room, Atrium mezzanine
Ron Brown, Chairperson
MONDAY, JULY 5, Continued
7:00 - 9:00 pm—NATIONAL ASSOCIATION TO PROMOTE
THE USE OF BRAILLE (NAPUB) SEMINAR
Fleur-de-Lis A Room, Atrium mezzanine
Hear about the remaining commemorative Louis
Braille silver dollars and how to get one, NFB
Share Braille Website, and more. Nadine Jacobson, President
7:00 - 10:00 pm—INDEPENDENCE SCIENCE FOCUS GROUP TWO
Fleur-de-Lis B Room, Atrium mezzanine
(Preregistration by May 15 was required to
attend.) Independence Science LLC, in
collaboration with Purdue University researchers,
is collecting feedback on a new portable handheld
data collection device for blind students to use
in high school science laboratories.
7:30 - 8:30 pm—ME AND THE GOSSIP GIRLS—NFB YOUTH TRACK
Dardenelles Room, Atrium mezzanine–Ages 11-14
Inverness Room, Atrium mezzanine–Ages 14-18
Girls—bring your questions and thoughts about
makeup, dating, or how to get more involved in
your school. Discussions will be led by blind
mentors. Parents, please respect this is for teens only!
7:30 - 8:30 pm— ME AND THE GUYS—NFB YOUTH TRACK
Edelweiss Room, Atrium mezzanine–Ages 11-14
Peridot Room, Atrium mezzanine–Ages 14-18
Guys—talk about cars, dating, school, or how to
nail that perfect job to make a little extra
money. Discussions will be led by blind mentors.
Parents, please respect this is for teens only!
7:30 - 8:45 pm—WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE? NFB
JERNIGAN INSTITUTE DISCUSSIONS—SESSION THREE
Steuben Room, Atrium mezzanine
Session Three covers education programs.
Moderated by Mark A. Riccobono, Executive Director, NFB Jernigan Institute
7:30 - 10:00 pm—COMMITTEE FOR THE PROMOTION,
EVALUATION, AND ADVANCEMENT OF TECHNOLOGY
Travertine Room, Atrium mezzanine
Hear exhibitors explain briefly what they are
exhibiting and where they are located in the
exhibit hall. We will also evaluate the
effectiveness of what our Committee is doing now
and consider programs for the coming year. Gary Wunder, Chairperson
MONDAY, JULY 5, Continued
8:00 - 9:00 pm—FRIENDS OF RECOVERY MEETING
Library Room, Tower mezzanine
All convention delegates involved in or
interested in twelve-step recovery programs are
invited to attend. A second Friends of Recovery
meeting will be on Wednesday at 8:00 pm. Coordinator: Gary Ray
9:00 - 10:30 pm—“BROKEN-HEARTED RIVER TO FREEDOM”
a play by Jerry Whittle (Admission: $5.00)
Stemmons Auditorium, Atrium lobby
A man loses his sight during the Civil War,
returns home, and learns to deal with his
blindness and family. The play is performed by
the Louisiana Center for the Blind Players;
proceeds go to the Louisiana Center for the
Blind’s summer training program for blind children.
TUESDAY, JULY 6, 2010
8:00 - 8:45 am—DEVOTIONS
Sapphire Room, Tower lobby
8:15 8:45 am—REGISTRATION ($20); BANQUET AND
BARBEQUE TICKET SALES ($45 EACH)—Chantilly Foyer Area, Tower lobby
OPENING GENERAL SESSION
9:00 am INVOCATION
9:35 am WELCOMING CEREMONIES
9:55 am CELEBRATION OF FREEDOM: VETERANS RECOGNIZED
Dwight Sayer, President, National Association of
Blind Veterans, National Federation of the Blind; Winter Gardens, Florida
10:05 am A DEFENSE DEPARTMENT PRIORITY FOR BLIND WOUNDED WARRIORS
Colonel Donald Gagliano, M.D., Executive
Director, Department of Defense/Department of
Veterans Affairs Vision Center of Excellence; Washington, D.C.
10:20 am ROLL CALL OF STATES AND APPOINTMENT OF NOMINATING COMMITTEE
11:45 am REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS
12:00 pm ADJOURN
12:00 noon 12:30 pm and 1:30 - 2:00
pm—REGISTRATION ($20); FINAL BANQUET TICKET SALES
($45)—Chantilly Foyer Area, Tower lobby
12:00 noon - 1:45 pm—INDEPENDENCE MARKET AND
SHOWROOM OF INNOVATION—Grand Ballroom, Atrium lobby
TUESDAY, JULY 6, Continued
12:00 noon 1:45 pm—EXHIBITS—Khmer Pavilion, Atrium, third level
12:15 - 1:45 pm—LOUISIANA CENTER FOR THE BLIND
ALUMNI LUNCHEON; Pam Allen, Director
Peacock Terrace, West Wing
GENERAL SESSION
2:00 pm CALL TO ORDER
2:05 pm PRESIDENTIAL REPORT, Marc Maurer
3:00 pm THE FEDERATION IN THE WORLD FROM THE
PERSPECTIVE OF THE BLIND CIVIL RIGHTS LEADER AND SENATOR IN THAILAND
Monthian Buntan, Senator; Bangkok, Thailand
3:20 pm THE BLIND DRIVER OPERATING A VEHICLE AT
SPEED: CREATING THE TECHNOLOGY THAT PUTS THE CONTROLS UNDER OUR HANDS
Parnell Diggs, Esq., Coordinator, Race for
Independence; President, National Federation of
the Blind of South Carolina; Garden City, South Carolina
3:35 pm SWEP AND THE BARS OF OUR PRISON
Scott LaBarre, Esq., LaBarre Law Offices;
President, National Federation of the Blind of Colorado; Denver, Colorado
3:50 pm THE XAVIER SOCIETY FOR THE BLIND: SERVING THE BLIND SINCE 1900
Father John R. Sheehan, S.J., Chairman, Board of
Directors, Xavier Society for the Blind; New York, New York
4:05 pm ONE MILLION BOOKS FOR THE PRINT DISABLED AND MORE TO COME
Brewster Kahle, Digital Librarian; San Francisco, California
TUESDAY, JULY 6, Continued
4:20 pm NOT JUST SURVIVING THE DISASTER OF
SEPTEMBER 11 BUT PROVIDING LEADERSHIP IN A DEADLY EMERGENCY
Michael Hingson, President, Michael Hingson Group; Novato, California
4:35 pm REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS
5:00 pm ADJOURN
5:30 - 6:30 pm—NOMINATING COMMITTEE
De La Salle Room, West Wing
5:30 - 6:30 pm—NFB-LINK, OUR ONLINE MENTORING PROGRAM
Affiliate Action Suite 2372
Come help us honor the over 250 mentors that are
a part of NFB-LINK and learn how you can become a
mentor, too. NFB-LINK is our online mentoring
program, and by becoming a mentor, you will see
how a little time on the computer can make a huge
difference. Current and future mentors, please attend!
6:00 pm—NFB OF TEXAS BARBEQUE AND LIVE MUSIC
Anatole Park
Enjoy eating a delicious Texas-style barbeque
with all of the trimmings while listening to the
music of singer/songwriter/guitarist Brian Burns,
with friends Tommy Alverson and Davin James.
6:00 - 8:00 pm—AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR THE BLIND
INTRODUCES AccessWorld EVERY MONTH AND NEW ONLINE COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Peacock Terrace, West Wing
You are invited to our informational reception.
Announcing AFB AccessWorld, every month—more
authors, more information, more often.
CareerConnect, FamilyConnect, and SeniorSite
offer newly-expanded opportunities. Network with
families, seniors, and successful mentors. We look forward to meeting you.
TUESDAY, JULY 6, Continued
6:00 - 9:00 pm—DEAFBLIND DIVISION BUSINESS MEETING & ELECTIONS
Obelisk B Room, Atrium mezzanine
6:00 pm–Registration; 7:00 pm–Meeting begins
Burnell Brown, President
6:30 - 8:00 pm—MUSIC TECH WORKSHOP
Fleur-de-Lis A Room, Atrium mezzanine
Conducted by Cameron Strife; presented by the NFB Performing Arts Division
6:30 - 9:00 pm—COLORADO CENTER FOR THE BLIND OPEN HOUSE
Topaz Room, Tower lobby
Discover how good training can change your life. Julie Deden, Director
7:00 - 8:00 pm—ASTRONOMY AT YOUR FINGERTIPS (Ages 6-14)
Morocco Room, Tower mezzanine
Fun-filled astronomy-related activities in an
out-of-this-world workshop! Instructor: Noreen Grice
7:00 - 8:30 pm—BOOKSHARE AT NFB MEMBER PARTY
Lalique Room, Atrium mezzanine
Enjoy snacks and refreshments while meeting the
Bookshare staff. This is your opportunity to talk
with us and share your ideas; we’re here to
listen. Plan to have fun with contests,
drawings, and interacting with your fellow
members. We look forward to seeing you.
7:00 - 8:30 pm—NOPBC CONCURRENT SESSIONS FOR PARENTS
IEP Workshop for Beginners
Madrid Room, Tower mezzanine
Focusing on evaluations, goals, strategies, and the law.
Instructor: Carlton Walker
Getting to Yes
Manchester Room, Tower mezzanine
Getting the team to work together so that it benefits your child.
Instructor: Dan Frye
Tactile Maps and the Development of Spatial Awareness
Milan Room, Tower mezzanine
Exploring ways to promote the development of spatial awareness.
Instructor: Debbie Kent Stein
TUESDAY, JULY 6, Continued
7:00 - 9:00 pm—NFB KRAFTERS DIVISION BUSINESS MEETING
Fleur-de-lis B Room, Atrium mezzanine
Unveiling new craft initiatives, including
discussion on classes available via telephone
conference and information on our Monday night
nationwide chats. We are seeking teachers and students for crafting classes.
Joyce Kane, President
7:00 - 9:00 pm—LEGISLATIVE STRATEGIES SEMINAR:
MOVING LEGISLATION ON THE STATE AND NATIONAL LEVEL
Obelisk A Room, Atrium mezzanine
Each affiliate should send one representative.
Learn the best methods of increasing support for
our legislative priorities. Changing lives
through laws is our business. Led by Jesse
Hartle, Lauren McLarney, and Ronza Othman
7:00 - 10:00 pm—A SPECIAL EVENING FOR SPONSOR-LEVEL EXHIBITORS
Khmer Pavilion, Atrium, Third Level
The exhibit hall reopens for an evening dedicated
solely to sponsor-level exhibitors. Come and
bring a guest to say “thank you” to our sponsors and to
enjoy their interesting offers and
demonstrations. Our convention sponsors are:
Title: Deque Systems, Inc.; Platinum: HumanWare
and UPS; Gold: Freedom Scientific and Oracle;
Silver: Adobe; Bronze: National Industries for
the Blind (NIB); and Exhibit Hall: En-Vision
America, GW Micro, Inc., Independence Science,
LLC, Independent Living Aids (ILA), Intel
Corporation, Olympus, Recording for the Blind &
Dyslexic (RFB&D), Sendero Group, and Vanda Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
7:00 - 10:00 pm—THE BEST THROWBACK PARTY AND
DANCE EVER! NFB YOUTH TRACK (Ages 14-18)
Metropolitan Ballroom, Tower mezzanine
Choose your favorite decade and come dressed in
your best digs. Compete in hula hoop contests,
learn the “YMCA,” or show us your best moon walk
while dressed as the late Michael Jackson in the
80’s. Prizes will be given to the best-dressed
or most creative throwback participants.
8:00 - 9:00 pm—BEP: U.S. CURRENCY IDENTIFICATION
FOCUS GROUP Steuben Room, Atrium mezzanine
Representatives of the U.S. Dept. of the
Treasury’s Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP)
and the Office of Product Development provide an
update on BEP’s progress to provide blind
individuals with access to U.S. currency and
discuss concepts it is currently testing.
(Session Two: Wednesday at 7:00 pm.)
TUESDAY, JULY 6, Continued
8:00 - 9:00 pm—PERFORMING ARTS DIVISION SEMINAR
Fleur-de-Lis A Room, Atrium mezzanine
A seminar on division development; discuss the
future of the Performing Arts Division and ways
to make it even better. Conducted by division
board member, Jordy Stringer. Dennis H.R. Sumlin, President
8:30 - 9:30 pm—HOW TO HOLD A VOTER REGISTRATION DRIVE IN SIX EASY STEPS
Edelweiss Room, Atrium mezzanine
Learn how to plan and host a voter registration
drive that will attract new members to your
chapter and serve your local community.
Coordinator: Lou Ann Blake, NFB Jernigan Institute
8:30 - 10:00 pm—NOPBC CONCURRENT SESSIONS FOR PARENTS
IEP Workshop for Veteran Parents
Madrid Room, Tower mezzanine
Instructor: Carlton Walker
Testing and Accommodations
Manchester Room, Tower mezzanine
Instructors: Barbara Mathews and a representative of the College Board
Adapting and Creating Useable Materials for Students
Milan Room, Tower mezzanine
Instructor: Pat Renfranz
WEDNESDAY, JULY 7, 2010
8:00 - 8:45 am—DEVOTIONS
Sapphire Room, Tower lobby
8:15 8:45 am—REGISTRATION ($20)—Chantilly Foyer Area, Tower lobby
GENERAL SESSION
9:00 am INVOCATION
9:05 am ELECTIONS
9:50 am THE APEX AND OTHER DEVELOPMENTS AT HUMANWARE
Gilles Pepin, Chief Executive Officer, HumanWare; Drummondville, Canada
10:10 am THE FAILURE OF THE EDUCATIONAL
SYSTEM IN MEETING THE NEEDS OF THE BLIND
MARK RICCOBONO, Moderator; Executive Director,
National Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute; Baltimore, Maryland
SHEILA AMATO, Ed.D., University Teacher Trainer; Massapequa Park, New York
NOREEN GRICE, Founder and President of You Can Do
Astronomy, LLC; New Britain, Connecticut
LAURA WEBBER, Secretary, National Organization of
Parents of Blind Children; Houston, Texas
ERIC VASILIAUSKAS, M.D., parent and advocate; Los Angeles, California
11:10 am ASSURING INTERNET ACCESSIBILITY
Preety Kumar, Chief Executive Officer, Deque Systems, Inc.; Reston, Virginia
WEDNESDAY, JULY 7, Continued
11:30 am REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS
12:00 pm ADJOURN
12:00 noon 12:30 pm and 1:30 - 2:00 pm—REGISTRATION ($20)
Chantilly Foyer Area, Tower lobby
12:00 noon - 1:45 pm—INDEPENDENCE MARKET AND
SHOWROOM OF INNOVATION (Final time period to be
open)—Grand Ballroom, Atrium lobby
12:00 noon 1:45 pm—EXHIBITS—Khmer Pavilion, Atrium, third level
GENERAL SESSION
2:00 pm CALL TO ORDER
2:05 pm FINANCIAL REPORT
3:05 pm STRATEGIC INITIATIVES REPORT
John Paré, Executive Director for Strategic
Initiatives, National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland
Jesse Hartle, Governmental Affairs Specialist,
National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland
Lauren McLarney, Governmental Affairs Specialist,
National Federation of the Blind; Baltimore, Maryland
3:35 pm REPORTS, RESOLUTIONS, AND OTHER BUSINESS
5:00 pm ADJOURN
WEDNESDAY, JULY 7, Continued
7:00 - 8:00 pm—BEP: U.S. CURRENCY IDENTIFICATION
FOCUS GROUP Steuben Room, Atrium mezzanine
Representatives of the U.S. Dept. of the
Treasury’s Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP)
and the Office of Product Development provide an
update on BEP’s progress to provide blind
individuals with access to U.S. currency and
discuss concepts it is currently testing.
7:00 - 8:15 pm—EXPERIENCE THE BLIO READER: MAKING
THE WORLD’S BOOKS ENJOYABLE, USABLE, AND ACCESSIBLE TO EVERYONE!
Peridot Room, Atrium mezzanine
Presented by James Gashel
7:00 - 8:30 pm—NFB IMAGINATION FUND GRANT-WRITING SEMINAR
Fleur-de-Lis B Room, Atrium mezzanine
Each affiliate should send at least one
representative to this seminar. Learn to plan,
write, and submit a strong grant application;
discover key points and strategies about how to
identify appropriate funders and submit a winning
proposal. Mark A. Riccobono, Executive Director, NFB Jernigan Institute
7:00 - 9:00 pm—WHAT’S NEW WITH NFB-NEWSLINE®
Lalique Room, Atrium mezzanine
Learn about the NFB’s free audible newspaper
service for the blind and visually
impaired. Topics cover Podable News, the new
voices, the new on-demand article request
feature, and more. Sign up for NFB-NEWSLINE® at its exhibit hall table.
7:00 9:00 pm—“SOCIAL SECURITY AND SUPPLEMENTAL
SECURITY INCOME: WHAT APPLICANTS, ADVOCATES, AND
RECIPIENTS SHOULD KNOW” SEMINAR
Sapphire Room, Tower lobby
Topics: Social Security and SSI benefits,
including eligibility criteria, the application
process, reporting obligations, and appeals
process. Also get information on the Medicare
prescription drug benefit income subsidy program.
Presenter: Ronza Othman
WEDNESDAY, JULY 7, Continued
7:00 10:00 pm—EXHIBITS—Khmer Pavilion, Atrium third level
7:00 - 11:00 pm—TENTH ANNUAL SHOWCASE OF TALENT—Fee: $5.00
Stemmons Auditorium, Atrium lobby
Register early by contacting Performing Arts
Division leaders at the convention by Tuesday.
Proceeds benefit the division’s scholarship
program and other programs. Sponsored by the
Performing Arts Division; Dennis H.R. Sumlin, President
7:00 - 11:00 pm—NON 24-HOUR SLEEP WAKE DISORDER SEMINAR
Obelisk A Room, Atrium mezzanine
Circadian rhythm sleep disorders in totally blind
people. Total loss of light perception prevents
synchronization of circadian body clock rhythms
to the 24-hour day, leading to cyclic insomnia
and daytime napping. The causes of this sleep
disorder and possible treatment options will be presented and discussed.
7:30 - 9:00 pm—INTRODUCTION TO ORACLE SIEBEL CALL CENTER
Obelisk B Room, Atrium mezzanine
Don Mauck, Accessibility Evangelist at Oracle,
will demonstrate the accessibility features built
into the Oracle Siebel Call Center. Oracle CRM
products are used by more than 4,000 enterprises
and more than 4.6 million business users; these
enterprises represent potential employment opportunities for the blind.
8:00 - 9:00 pm—FRIENDS OF RECOVERY MEETING
Library Room, Tower mezzanine
All convention delegates involved in or
interested in twelve-step recovery programs are
invited to attend. Gary Ray, Coordinator
8:00 - 10:00 pm—COMMITTEE ON AUTOMOBILE AND
PEDESTRIAN SAFETY (CAPS); Deborah Kent Stein, Chairperson
Fleur-de-Lis A Room, Atrium mezzanine
8:00 - 10:00 pm—COMMITTEE ON RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Rosetta Room, Atrium mezzanine
For the most part, technological developments
tend to exclude blind people. Developers must
change the ways future technologies are
designed. Join us—perhaps you can suggest a
technology or approach that nobody else has
considered. Curtis Chong, Chairperson
WEDNESDAY, JULY 7, Continued
8:00 - 11:30 pm—MONTE CARLO NIGHT
Metropolitan Ballroom, Tower mezzanine
Try your luck at any of the usual card games found on a casino floor.
Sponsored by the National Association of Blind Students
8:30 - 9:45 pm—EXPERIENCE THE BLIO READER: MAKING
THE WORLD’S BOOKS ENJOYABLE, USABLE, AND ACCESSIBLE TO EVERYONE!
Peridot Room, Atrium mezzanine
Presented by James Gashel
THURSDAY, JULY 8, 2010
8:00 - 8:45 am—DEVOTIONS
Sapphire Room, Tower lobby
8:15 8:45 am—REGISTRATION ($20)—Final opportunity to register.
Chantilly Foyer Area, Tower lobby
GENERAL SESSION
9:00 am INVOCATION
9:05 am BUYING AND SELLING ONLINE: EBAY BUILDS
ACCESSIBILITY FOR THE BLIND INTO ITS PLATFORM
Dane Glasgow, Vice President, Buyer Experience
Product Management, Ebay, Inc.; San Jose, California
9:20 am BRAILLE IS LITERACY
Deane Blazie, Inventor; Hobe Sound, Florida
9:35 am EIGHTY-FOUR LANGUAGES AND GROWING
Frank Kurt Cylke, Director, National Library
Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped,
Library of Congress; Washington, D.C.
David Fernandez-Barrial, Foreign Language
Librarian, National Library Service for the Blind
and Physically Handicapped, Library of Congress; Washington, D.C.
9:55 am QUESTIONS AND DISCUSSION
10:00 am EDUCATING BLIND CHILDREN: CHANGING THE PARADIGM
Fredric K. Schroeder, Ph.D.; Research Professor;
San Diego State University; Vienna, Virginia
10:20 am TOWARD FULL EMPLOYMENT FOR BLIND AMERICANS
Lynnae Ruttledge, Commissioner, Rehabilitation
Services Administration, United States Department
of Education; Washington, D.C.
THURSDAY, JULY 8, Continued
10:35 am ACCESSIBLE EDUCATION FOR ALL,
INCLUDING THE BLIND: MEETING THE STANDARD
Jessica Finnefrock, Senior Vice President,
Product Development, Blackboard; Washington, D.C.
10:50 am ACCESSIBLE DESIGN, A MODEL FOR THE FUTURE
Steve Eastman, President, Target.com; Minneapolis, Minnesota
11:05 am LOCATION-BASED SERVICES USING BUS
STOP AND GEOCODED MEDIA CONTENT
Mike May, Chief Executive Officer, Sendero Group; Davis, California
11:20 am BLIND CAR BUILDER? WE’RE HERE TO TELL YOU!
Marcus Simmons, Chief Executive Officer, Simmons
BOSS CREATIONS; Southfield, Michigan
11:35 am REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS
12:00 pm ADJOURN
12:00 noon - 1:45 pm—HAM RADIO GROUP BUSINESS MEETING
Milan Room, Tower mezzanine
D. Curtis Willoughby (ka0vba), Chairperson
12:00 noon - 1:45 pm—RAFFLES AND DRAWINGS
Sapphire Room, Tower lobby
12:15 - 1:45 pm—EVERYTHING YOU'VE EVER WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT THE NLS
Obelisk A Room, Atrium mezzanine
A question-and-answer session with Frank Kurt Cylke, Director, and staff of the
National Library Service for the Blind and
Physically Handicapped, Library of Congress.
THURSDAY, JULY 8, Continued
GENERAL SESSION
2:00 pm CALL TO ORDER
2:05 pm COPYRIGHT AND THE RIGHT TO READ
Marybeth Peters, Esq., Register of Copyrights,
Library of Congress, Copyright Office; Washington, D.C.
2:20 pm THE FUTURE OF BOOKS AND BEYOND
Ray Kurzweil, President and Chief Executive
Officer, K-NFB Reading Technology, Inc.; Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts
2:40 pm CALLING ALL DRIVERS: ADVANCING
LEADERSHIP, COLLECTIVE ACTION, AND THE BOUNDARIES OF INDEPENDENCE
Mark Riccobono, Executive Director, National
Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute; Baltimore, Maryland
3:00 pm THE INTERFACE THAT TOUCHES THE MIND:
ADVANCING BEYOND AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES
Dennis Hong, Ph.D., Director, Robotics and
Mechanisms Laboratory, Virginia Polytechnic Institute; Blacksburg, Virginia
3:15 pm A PRACTICING BLIND PHYSICIAN
Timothy Cordes M.D./Ph.D., Resident in
Psychiatry, University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics; Madison, Wisconsin
3:30 pm DR. JACOB BOLOTIN AWARD
Gary Wunder, Chairperson, Dr. Jacob Bolotin Award
Committee, and Secretary, National Federation of the Blind; Columbia, Missouri
4:10 pm DISABILITY POLICY FROM THE WHITE HOUSE
Kareem Dale, Special Assistant to the President
on Disability Policy; Washington, D.C.
4:25 pm REPORTS AND RESOLUTIONS
THURSDAY, JULY 8, Continued
5:00 pm ADJOURN
7:00 pm—BANQUET
Chantilly Ballroom, Tower lobby
INVOCATION
MASTER OF CEREMONIES: Fredric K. Schroeder
INTRODUCTIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
BANQUET ADDRESS: Marc Maurer
SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
11:00 pm—SCIENCE FICTION MEETING
All persons interested in science fiction and
fantasy are welcome to join in an open
discussion. Please contact Ed Meskys for room location.
Thank You...
The National Federation of the Blind
acknowledges with gratitude our Title, Platinum,
Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Exhibit Hall Convention
Sponsors below. Their messages follow.
Title Sponsor:
Deque Systems, Inc.
Platinum Sponsors:
HumanWare
UPS
Gold Sponsors:
Freedom Scientific
Oracle
Silver Sponsor:
Adobe
Bronze Sponsor:
National Industries for the Blind (NIB)
Exhibit Hall Sponsors:
En-Vision America
GW Micro, Inc.
Independence Science, LLC
Independent Living Aids (ILA)
Intel Corporation
Olympus
Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic (RFB&D)
Sendero Group
Vanda Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
David Andrews: dandrews at visi.com
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