[nabs-l] Local Chapters

Thu May 8 18:38:06 UTC 2014

I was never sure if it was polite to ask about meetings on the list. I always thought it was the 
responsibility of the head of the division/chapter to post first. But I guess that, because of lack 
of information being posted, I have to request.
Tyler Z
On Thu, 8 May 2014 10:25:50 -0700, Darian Smith wrote:

>Hi all,
>I think that it is certainly  unfortunate  when anyone doesnt get connected 
>with a local chapter, especially  in  this case  a student.
>Chapters can benefit from the energy and ideas students bring, and students  
>benefit from the  experience  and support more experienced members  offer. 
>Tyler: it is unfortunate  that you dont hear enough from  your state student 
>division. have you first considered sending a message on the list  inquiring as 
>to the details into the next meeting and expressing interest in being a part of 
>it?
>you might want to ask about chapters near you.  I believe a chapter president 
>from your state did post to this thread and they should be able to connect you 
>to your   nearest chapter.
>Juanita: because last I checked i reside in the same state as you, Im glad to 
>help you connect with a chapter.
>Just contact me off-list and Ill  be glad to help facilitate  contact.
>Sophie: I would definitely  look into the at-large chapter option. Last I spoke 
>with your affiliate president, she told me one was in the works, so please do  
>get a hold of her.  Of course you and Tyler are welcome to be in touch if you 
>should run into any problems. 
>Lily: As far as Im aware there is no limit  to the number of chapters you can 
>be a member of, or divisions (student or otherwise in the federation).   you 
>can join as a member  and you are just as welcome as an at-large member or a 
>member of a chapter board. 
>you obviously want to be mindful of how many hats you wear, but thats something 
>any of us shouldnt be thinking  about once we branch out in the Organization  
>When you go to a new state, look up the affiliate president as your first good  
> resource to find a chapter or state division.   of course   we are just as 
>happy on the NABS board to help you find a student division i if  you are 
>looking for one. 
>I hope this is helpful.             
>
>On May 8, 2014, at 9:31 AM, Lillie Pennington <lilliepennington at fuse.net> wrote:
>
>>I am the recording secretary for my state student devision as well as an at 
>>large board position in my chapter. I think it is a shame for chapters to not 
>>respond to new member inquiries. 
>>I had a question about going out of state for schools as well as cities. I know 
>>I can be in multiple chapters as a general member, what about student divisions 
>>and leadership positions? What about if you attend a school in another state 
>>but it is close to your home. I live in Cincinnati Ohio but northern Kentucky 
>>university, a school I am considering is about 20 minutes from my house.  I do 
>>not want to look like I am double dipping but I am not sure what protocol is in 
>>that situation.
>>Sent from my iPhone
>>
>>>On May 7, 2014, at 8:58 PM, Darian Smith <dsmithnfb at gmail.com> wrote:
>>>
>>>Hey NABS Family,
>>>As you already know, the National Federation of the Blind is an  organization 
>>>of the blind speaking for themselves in all matters that concern the blind.
>>>We come together  to educate the public, elected representatives and ourselves 
>>>about blindness and the true abilities   of blind people. 
>>>The most effective way of coming together is on the local level via our  
>>>chapters. 
>>>We have over 700 chapters last I heard and  chances are  that there is one near 
>>>where you live or go to school.  If there isnt a physical chapter there almost 
>>>always is a at-large chapter in your state which meets via telephone.
>>>?We believe there is no real  substitute  for the in-person interaction and 
>>>bonding that comes from a local in-person chapter meeting, but the most 
>>>important  thing is to connect.
>>>Ive given this lon-winded introduction to ask you this question:  Are you a 
>>>member of  a chapter? if so, what has your experience been? if not, what  holds 
>>>you back from the involvement in a chapter that you desire.
>>>interested to hear your thoughts.
>>>Darian 
>>>
>>>
>>>Darian Smith
>>>2nd Vice President, National Association of Blind Students
>>>(415) 215-9809
>>>dsmithnfb at gmail.com.
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>Darian Smith
>President, National Federation of the Blind of California, San Francisco Chapter
>1st Vice President, California Association of Blind Students
>2nd Vice President, National Association of Blind Students
>Chairperson,  Community Service Group,National Federation of the Blind.
>(415)215-9809 
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