[MI-ABS] The MIABS Mosaic Vol. 9.1- Sep. 7TH, 2026

[Jeffery Crouch]

The MIABS Mosaic Vol. 9.1
September 7TH, 2026

Message from president Jeffery Crouch
  Greetings all and welcome to the month of September. I hope everyone is enjoying their Labor Day. The air is filled with the smells of grilled food, the sounds of laughter, and relaxation.
We hope everyone takes it easy and is ready to go back to the grind starting tomorrow.
This month is our MIABS Multi-Media Mind-Melt virtual trivia game. If you are not signed up, this is a great way to come and get to know other federationists, make memories and get a chance to get your convention registration, banquet ticket and if you place in first or second place, a cash stipend. It's open to anyone in Michigan. Check out all the details below and to register.
If you have any feedback or would like to see something in the Mosaic, please feel free to email me at miabs-president at outlook.com

Announcement Regarding the Vice Presidency
  I would like to thank Kashonia Graham for her service to the MIABS division as Vice President. As many of you know Kashonia is an extremely hardworking and busy woman. We were very fortunate to have her step in to the position back in February. With all of the amazing hats that she wears, she always wants to make sure that she is giving her all to what ever she does or takes on. Kashonia gave her all to this division and brought dignity, integrity and an unshakable determination to the office of Vice President. We are grateful for the time that you were able to give us and understand that you have a lot of great things you are doing for the blind of Michigan. After much consideration, Kashonia stepped down from this position and we can't express how much you brought to our division and appreciate the work you have done and continue to do.
  After a lot of thought, I came to the determination of who I would be appointing to serve the remainder of the term of Vice President. I am proud to announce that Oguzcan Saygili will be serving as the Vice President effective September 5TH 2026 until the term ends in November 2027. Oguzcan, thank you for your willingness to step in to this position. We know that you will bring a lot to the office and we can't wait to see your continued growth within our division.

Announcements
The MIABS Multi-Media Mind-Melt
MIABS invites you to join us for: The MIABS Multi-Media Mind-Melt on September 19th at 6:00P.M!
Are you a certified couch potato? A music maven? A master of NFB history? It’s time to put your knowledge to the test! Join the Michigan Association of Blind Students for a spectacular, energetic, fun, virtual Jeopardy-style night of trivia. We’re covering everything from “finish those lyrics” and “name that tune” to iconic commercial jingles and NFB history.
Whether you want to play to win, test your luck, or just sit back and enjoy the show, we have a spot for you!

The competitor bracket ($10 entry fee)
Think you have what it takes to clear the board? Compete against the best for some massive prizes:

  *   First place: State convention registration, a banquet ticket, AND a $50 cash stipend!
  *   Second place: state convention registration, a banquet ticket, AND a $25 cash stipend!
  *   Third place: state convention registration AND a banquet ticket!


The door prize spectator ($5 entry fee)
Don’t want to compete but still want a chance to walk away a winner? Grab a spectator door prize ticket! We will be giving away some awesome prizes, including:

  *   Two state convention registration fees
  *   Two bags of DELICIOUS Double Good popcorn
  *   Two $25 cash stipends


Purely for the “fan” of it (FREE)
Just want to cheer on your friends and enjoy the entertainment? Audience members who don’t want a chance at prizes can join the virtual audience absolutely free!

Preregistration closes September 8TH. After September 8TH, you can still register. For contestants, you can register up to September 18TH at 9:00P.M for $15. For audience members wanting a chance to get a  doorprize, you can register up to the day of the event for $10.

So, secure your chance today!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-miabs-multi-media-mind-melt <https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-miabs-multi-media-mind-melt>


Calendar of Events
To join any of our meetings hosted on the student zoom line, please use
this link.<https://us06web.zoom.us/j/6326464227?pwd=MV495HQEOlCeI447RZ9LoIyHV0xlWe.1>
For the student business meeting and the affiliate board meeting please use the
affiliate zoom room<https://nfb-org.zoom.us/j/9612695221?pwd=zapqO7zpXAEcbWaiw9aJJpTt7oOg61.1>


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Sep. 9TH: 6:30PM- Fundraising and Events committees
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Sep. 11TH: 6:30PM- Advocacy and Membership Committees
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Sep. 12TH: 3:30PM- MIABS Business meeting held on the affiliate zoom line
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Sep. 14TH: 7:00PM- State Affiliate board meeting held on the affiliate zoom line
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Sep. 16TH: 6:30PM- Communications and Unseen Media planning Committees
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Sep. 19TH: 6:00PM- MIABS Multi-Media Mind-Melt
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Sep. 24TH: 6:30PM- Students of Tomorrow Committee
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Sep. 27TH: 3:00PM- Members Meeting
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Sep. 27TH: 7:00PM- Unseen Media Live
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Sep. 30TH: 6:30PM- Project Prepare committee (TBD)

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Inconclusion
  Thank you for reading this weeks Mosaic. Please Join Secretary Steven Crouch for all things communication related next Sunday.
Let's go build the federation!
      
The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. We know that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise the expectations of blind people, because low expectations create obstacles between blind people and our dreams. Our collective power, determination, and diversity achieve the aspirations of all blind people.

Sincerely,
Jeffery Crouch
President: Michigan Association of Blind Students