[MI-ABS] FW: [NABS-L] Join Us for the 2025 Midwest Regional Student Seminar in Chicago!

[Robert Earl Parsons]

Michigan Students,

It has been a year of exploration and wonder. Please take time to consider your availability to attend this upcoming regional student conference. If you are interested in opportunities for MIABS members to participate, the NFBMI Soundboard will be hosting a call at 8pm on Friday to cover how Pre-ETS and VR customers of BSBP can get programs like these supported for sponsorship. If you are a MIABS member but do not have an active BSBP case, no worries, join the MIABS monthly calls by contacting your division president or vice president to discuss how they may work with you on making this seminar a possibility for you. I am happy to help wit ideas too.


My Best,

Robert

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Subject: [NABS-L] Join Us for the 2025 Midwest Regional Student Seminar in Chicago!

Dear NABS Fam,



I hope finals have been going well and that you're starting to enjoy a well-deserved winter break! With a new year underway, we're excited to welcome blind students to the dynamic city of Chicago, Illinois, for the
2025 Midwest Regional Student Seminar, proudly hosted by the National Association of Blind Students.



As blind students, we are encountering unique daily realities that often remain unrecognized or misunderstood by the people around us. The National Association of Blind Students is thrilled to invite you to Beyond the
Handshake: Networking in the Windy City, where we'll explore these shared experiences with students from across the region. It will be an engaging weekend packed with opportunities to challenge your perceptions and network with blind peers and mentors alike.



Have you ever wondered how to navigate non-traditional career paths or build a professional network that truly understands your journey? This year's theme focuses on career exploration and planning, offering practical insights and strategies to help you thrive. Together, we'll dive into how to forge meaningful connections, open new doors, and envision possibilities beyond the expected.



You can expect a mix of interactive activities, thought-provoking conversations, and riveting presentations-with topics covering everything from securing accommodations to finding identity as a blind person. This journey promises to empower you to identify new ways of living the life you want. Regardless of where you are in your education, we hope you will join us for a weekend of growth and fun from March 7 - March 9, 2025, at the Holiday Inn Chicago O'Hare Area:



Holiday Inn Chicago O'Hare Area

5615 N. Cumberland Ave.

Chicago, IL 60631



You can register at the link below. Registration closes on February 14, 2025, so don't delay!



https://nabslink.org/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&id=5



Rooms can be booked at the hotel website using the code "NFB":

http://www.hiohare.com/



Alternatively, you can call (800-465-4329) or (773-693-5800) to reserve a room by phone using the group name "National Federation of the Blind Student". Room rates for a room with two queen beds are $119.00 per night, and rooms must be booked by February 8, 2025.



The National Association of Blind Students prioritizes its members' health and safety in all its events. For the safety of all participants, we ask that if you are feeling ill, please remain home. These policies are consistent with the National Federation of the Blind of Illinois'  policies on in-person gatherings.



We are also committed to keeping all members safe. As such, we follow the Code of Conduct <https://nfb.org/about-us/history-and-governance/code-conduct> and the Youth Program Participant Protection Policy <https://nfb.org/about-us/history-and-governance/code-conduct/youth-program-participant-protection-policy>
upheld
by the National Federation of the Blind.



Alternative Payment Options:

We in no way want the $100 registration fee to prevent any student from attending. If the fee poses a challenge, please contact Joshua Olukanni at
678-313-1543 or joshuaolukanni2002 at gmail.com.



Please note that both the $100 registration fee and a completed registration form must be submitted by February 14, 2025, to secure your spot for this transformative weekend.



If you have any questions regarding hotel logistics, registration, or anything else about the Midwest Seminar, feel free to reach out to Joshua Olukanni at 678-313-1543 or joshuaolukanni2002 at gmail.com.



Best regards,

James Yesel
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