From stanley7709 at gmail.com Wed Nov 1 09:57:30 2023 From: stanley7709 at gmail.com (Steve Cook) Date: Wed, 1 Nov 2023 05:57:30 -0400 Subject: [NABS-L] Honey Baked Ham Message-ID: <05a201da0ca9$d487d910$7d978b30$@gmail.com> Hi All, The SC Association of Guide Dog Users (SCAGDU) is having a Honey Baked Ham fundraiser that promises to be a delectable and heartwarming experience for all participants. The savory allure of Honey Baked Ham's signature dishes is sure to draw you in for the wonderful flavors! The centerpiece of the fundraiser is, of course, their mouthwatering, slow-roasted ham, glazed to perfection with their unique blend of honey and spices. Whether it's served in slices, sandwiches, or as part of a wholesome meal, the unmistakable flavor of Honey Baked Ham is a crowd-pleaser that brings people together for a common cause. To complement the main attraction, a delightful array of sides, desserts, and beverages, all carefully selected from the Honey Baked Ham menu, will create an unforgettable dining experience. In addition to the culinary delights, a Honey Baked Ham Gathering around good foods has a unique way of uniting people, memorable and meaningful occasions. It's an opportunity for friends, family, and neighbors to come together, savor delicious food, and contribute to a worthy cause. With Honey Baked Ham's quality and reputation, you can be confident that your meal will be a flavorful success, bringing people closer while making a positive impact. The SC Association of Guide dog Users invites you to go to the below link to purchase your Honey Baked Ham store gift card! https://www.honeybaked.com/fundraising/SCAGDU Your support is greatly appreciated!!!! Steve Cook You are invited to join us on the 1st and 2nd Friday of each month at 8:00 PM Eastern for audio described movies using the below Zoom platform! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8032543777?pwd=QTVQd2RzN3l6QnNmZ0FmSnp6NG8vQT09 Meeting ID: 803 254 3777 Passcode: 124578 From ljmaher03 at outlook.com Wed Nov 1 16:50:58 2023 From: ljmaher03 at outlook.com (Louis Maher) Date: Wed, 1 Nov 2023 16:50:58 +0000 Subject: [NABS-L] Call for a Speaker for A Zoom Conference on How Students Can Do Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: The Science and Engineering Division of the National Federation of the Blind and the National Association of Blind Students will present a joint Zoom conference on how blind professionals, and blind college and graduate students are succeeding in courses to do with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The call will occur at 8 PM EST through 9 PM EST on Sunday, February 25, 2024. Topics will be of interest for blind students in middle school, high school, college and graduate school and professionals. Parents of blind school-aged children and educators are also welcome. Some portion of the presentation will address how to succeed in a laboratory setting. If you are interested in giving an approximately fifteen-minute STEM-related talk, please contact Louis Maher (713-444-7838, ljmaher03 at outlook.com) with your topic. We already have two speakers signed up. We are looking for one more speaker. Thank you. Regards Louis Maher Phone: 713-444-7838 Email: ljmaher03 at outlook.com From ljmaher03 at outlook.com Thu Nov 2 01:47:06 2023 From: ljmaher03 at outlook.com (Louis Maher) Date: Thu, 2 Nov 2023 01:47:06 +0000 Subject: [NABS-L] Call for a Speaker for A Zoom Conference on How Students Can Do Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Hello, We have found our last speaker for the February 25, 2024 STEM meeting. Thanks for considering this speaking opportunity. Regards Louis Maher Phone: 713-444-7838 Email: ljmaher03 at outlook.com From: Louis Maher Sent: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 11:51 AM To: Nabs List (nabs-l at nfbnet.org) Subject: Call for a Speaker for A Zoom Conference on How Students Can Do Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) The Science and Engineering Division of the National Federation of the Blind and the National Association of Blind Students will present a joint Zoom conference on how blind professionals, and blind college and graduate students are succeeding in courses to do with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The call will occur at 8 PM EST through 9 PM EST on Sunday, February 25, 2024. Topics will be of interest for blind students in middle school, high school, college and graduate school and professionals. Parents of blind school-aged children and educators are also welcome. Some portion of the presentation will address how to succeed in a laboratory setting. If you are interested in giving an approximately fifteen-minute STEM-related talk, please contact Louis Maher (713-444-7838, ljmaher03 at outlook.com) with your topic. We already have two speakers signed up. We are looking for one more speaker. Thank you. Regards Louis Maher Phone: 713-444-7838 Email: ljmaher03 at outlook.com From ammar.tarin at gmail.com Fri Nov 3 22:03:58 2023 From: ammar.tarin at gmail.com (Ammar Tarin) Date: Fri, 3 Nov 2023 15:03:58 -0700 Subject: [NABS-L] We're back! NABS Notes November 2023! Message-ID: Hey NABS crew! It is time for the long awaited return of the NABS Notes! We are officially back and here to stay! Read on to learn about all the work we are doing, and also how you can get involved! NABS Notes – November 2023 Welcome to the return of the NABS Notes! We are officially back with our November Addition! Read on to learn about all the work we have done for Blind Equality Achievement month, and also to find out what is in store for November. Of course, none of this would be possible without you, so continue reading to find out how you can get involved in all the awesome work we are doing! In this addition you will find: •October NABS Now Podcasts •Committee updates •Tips for Thanks Giving •NABS Social media November Podcast In the October NABS Now Podcast, Lauren Altman sat down with cohost Isabel and host Seyoon, and shared her personal journey through blindness and the process of building her confidence. Additionally, a bonus episode was released which featured audio submissions from students responding to the prompt: "What does Blind Equality Achievement Month mean to you?" and "What does the white cane symbolize in your day-to-day life?". This special bonus episode was aptly launched on White Cane Awareness Day. You could listen to the podcast on our Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Or by checking out our Anchor page Committee Updates Content Creation Committee In October, we launched two podcast episodes under our NABS now podcast. We are continuing to make strides to broaden our net work to students on all sorts of social media, including Mastadon, TikTok and Instagram. Have questions, Or just want to get involved in all the great work being done by the Content Creation Committee, contact Hunter Kuester at hunterkuester2 at gmail.com. This month, we meet on Sunday, November 12 at 8:00 PM EST, 5:00 PM PST. Fundraising Committee We kicked off October by celebrating Blind equality achievement month by having our annual National Association of Blind Students trivia night. in November we plan on having a fundraiser surrounding the theme of Thanksgiving. in addition to reaching out to chapters and division within the National Federation of the Blind and other organizations for donations to build our auction for Washington Seminar. Want to learn more, contact Joshua Olukanni at joshuaolukanni2002 at gmail.com. We will be meeting on Sunday, November 12 at 7:00 PM EST, 4:00 PM PST. Advocacy Committee In October, The Advocacy Committee hit blind equality achievement month with a bang with the launch of our dynamic bimonthly advocacy series. In this discussion, We delved deep into techniques for advocating for yourself in the classroom, spotlighting STEM education and standardized testing. Missed it? Don’t worry, Decembers edition is right around the corner where we will discuss another hot topic. Looking ahead to November, hop onto our November committee call on Sunday, November 19 at 7:00 PM EST, 4:00 PM PST, to shape thrilling initiatives up next, like a can’t-miss public speaking seminar and resource sharing initiatives. Can’t wait to see you there and if you have any questions, contact Chair Manahil Jafri manahiljafri at gmail.com Membership Committee The National Association of Blind Students is a far reaching network of experienced blind students and graduates from a wide range of fields. In light of Blind Equality Achievement month, the Membership Committee hosted a career exploration fair to connect blind students with recent graduates to discuss experiences of transitioning from school to a career, advocacy tips, and more. The committee also conducted its monthly committee call on White Cane Day, where we discussed the importance of the White Cane to our identities and practiced giving the "NABS Elevator Pitch" through membership recruiting role playing scenarios. Join us next month for our committee call taking place on November 19, 2023 at 8 PM eastern. Join us also four our monthly special on Sunday, November 26 at 8 PM eastern for an opportunity to connect with other blind students through fun activities. Questions? Contact chair Gene Kim at gene.sh.kim at gmail.com Here is the zoom link for all those calls this month. We hope to see all of you there! Tips for your Thanks Giving Festivities We know this is a stressful time of year, which is why we have decided to give some tips that will help with your Thanks Giving Preparation. Read these cooking tips by our very own Hunter Kuester and Jonathan Zobek. In addition, to ensure you are well prepared for a wonderful Thanks Giving, Robert Parsons and Elizabeth Sheeler give some great cooking tips in the September 2021 Addition of our NABS Now Podcast. Social Media In order to catch all the latest news from NABS, make sure you Like NABS on Facebook Join the NABS Facebook group and Subscribe to the NABS mailing list -- Respectfully, Ammar Ahmed Tarin Board Member, National Association of Blind Students Board Member, National Federation of the Blind of Arizona President, Arizona Association of Blind Students Ammar.tarin at gmail.com 480-580-7874 Live the life you want. From startrekcafe at gmail.com Sat Nov 4 04:33:15 2023 From: startrekcafe at gmail.com (startrekcafe at gmail.com) Date: Sat, 4 Nov 2023 15:03:15 +1030 Subject: [NABS-L] amazon app store issues Message-ID: <00ab01da0ed8$0818f8b0$184aea10$@gmail.com> Hi. Think my system is crorrupted. And now did have a widnwos sub system and amazon app store working fine up until October 15, when using an app called nw publisher kicked me out and the windows android screen reader did not load. So, have everything backed up. Have tried to install and also tried using revo uninstaller but does not pick up the wpa or modern apps only desltop apps. So is there a tool to complete rid my self of leftover components. And cannot use the windows version of nw publisher as is terrible. Have a blind shell phone and could be waiting 12 months for this app to be one of jehovahs witness and our congregation has gone away from drop box and lightbox and so using the app nw publisher. Now tried sideloading apps using the wsa tool but kept not responding tried 10 or 12 or more times to do this. So do I need to do a windwos reset and will this fix the issue. Have everything backed up on a external drive. This is the only apps that are giving me greif, ama amazon app store windows sub system for android and nw publisher. Need to use this app, as able to then see meetings, and if I have any assignments. Instead of having to ask my mum as she has a Samsung phone. So what to do in mysituation. Will this fix this, have given feedback tomicrosoft. If there any other tools that then can get rid of any left over files for the app store and wsa let me know. Have tried googling and system restore on my hp pavilion only back to November 3. And no further back. So stuck there. Using a hp pavilion with a amd 5700 8 or 9 or 10th generation processor, 16 gb ram, 1 tb ssd and got about 400 or 450 gb free, 15 .6 inch screen. Running windows 11 pro 64 bit 23 h 2, got jaws 2024, nvda 2023.3 and windows narrator. Any help. Frustrated. I have tried googling and then trying to install, then reinstall and looked at a lot of settings for windows. What do I need to look for or is a windows reset will then launch the amazon apps store. Is there an off line installer for the amazon apps store. Got Microsoft store. Marvin.the ..developed.accessibility From nabs.president at gmail.com Tue Nov 7 15:32:47 2023 From: nabs.president at gmail.com (nabs.president at gmail.com) Date: Tue, 7 Nov 2023 10:32:47 -0500 Subject: [NABS-L] Important! Washington Seminar Funding Application is Now Accepting Responses Message-ID: <015b01da118f$a9a6b000$fcf41000$@gmail.com> Calling all change makers and accessibility advocates! Are you interested in attending Washington Seminar this year and need a little financial assistance to help you do so? The NABS Washington Seminar Funding Program is launching today and closes on November 30. We ask that all interested individuals reach out to their state affiliate first before requesting NABS funding, so please don't procrastinate! The form can be found here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBi7GR5_EYBG-D0EzqrnODyHlB1UYiMgzo If_WGmN7ynZfUg/viewform?usp=sf_link If you have any questions feel free to reach out. Looking forward to seeing you on Capital Hill! Very best, Lauren Lauren Altman President National Association of Blind Students Pronouns: she/her Email: nabs.president at gmail.com Phone: 973-930-7473 From nabs.president at gmail.com Tue Nov 7 16:25:20 2023 From: nabs.president at gmail.com (nabs.president at gmail.com) Date: Tue, 7 Nov 2023 11:25:20 -0500 Subject: [NABS-L] Important! Washington Seminar Funding Application is Now Accepting Responses In-Reply-To: <015b01da118f$a9a6b000$fcf41000$@gmail.com> References: <015b01da118f$a9a6b000$fcf41000$@gmail.com> Message-ID: <016501da1197$00b27440$02175cc0$@gmail.com> Hi again! If the first link isn't working for you, please give this one a try or try copying and pasting it. https://forms.gle/45c4VyK8hSBJ48A38 Very best, Lauren From: nabs.president at gmail.com Sent: Tuesday, November 7, 2023 10:33 AM To: NABS-L at nfbnet.org Subject: Important! Washington Seminar Funding Application is Now Accepting Responses Calling all change makers and accessibility advocates! Are you interested in attending Washington Seminar this year and need a little financial assistance to help you do so? The NABS Washington Seminar Funding Program is launching today and closes on November 30. We ask that all interested individuals reach out to their state affiliate first before requesting NABS funding, so please don't procrastinate! The form can be found here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBi7GR5_EYBG-D0EzqrnODyHlB1UYiMgzo If_WGmN7ynZfUg/viewform?usp=sf_link If you have any questions feel free to reach out. Looking forward to seeing you on Capital Hill! Very best, Lauren Lauren Altman President National Association of Blind Students Pronouns: she/her Email: nabs.president at gmail.com Phone: 973-930-7473 From gene.sh.kim at gmail.com Tue Nov 7 22:30:43 2023 From: gene.sh.kim at gmail.com (Gene Kim) Date: Tue, 7 Nov 2023 14:30:43 -0800 Subject: [NABS-L] Fwd: Subject: Find out how to successfully apply to jobs, internships or graduate school this Thursday In-Reply-To: <88A7E03D-18F1-4E4E-9588-66F49969CEE3@gmail.com> References: <88A7E03D-18F1-4E4E-9588-66F49969CEE3@gmail.com> Message-ID: Check out the below event hosted by the NFB Science and Engineering mentorship program. Cheers, Gene -- Gene S-H Kim Secretary/Webmaster | National Association of Blind Students Chairperson | NABS Membership Committee B.S.H. Candidate, Symbolic Systems | Stanford University ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: systemic access program Date: Tue, Nov 7, 2023 at 1:24 PM Subject: Subject: Find out how to successfully apply to jobs, internships or graduate school this Thursday To: Gene Kim , Kennedy Stomberg Hello All, Are you looking for an internship or job? Or, are you considering graduate school in the near future? The Systemic Access mentorship program is hosting a panel dedicated to answering your questions on ways to be successful in the internship, job, or graduate school application process and how to figure out what you want to do and how to do it. Our panel of other blind and visually impaired scientists and engineers range multiple career stages. they bring a wealth of experience and insight into the application process, pros and cons of different career paths, and are dedicated to answering your questions about career-related quandaries. If you are interested in non science-related careers, have no fear. The experiences, tips and insights of our panelists are relevant for any career. The biographies of our panelists are below this email, but first, the time and place of this online session: When: This Thursday, November 9, at 5:00 pm pacific (8:00 pm eastern). This is a 1 hour session. Where: online on zoom *https://caltech.zoom.us/j/86372643569 * The calendar invite is attached to this email as well. And now, here are our panelists: • Dr. Newton Nguyen is a climate scientist at Stanford University, developing methods to monitor greenhouse gas emissions with satellites. He is also an algorithms engineer at Puloli, a San Fransisco-based tech company developing algorithms to monitor and fix greenhouse gas leaks from energy infrastructure. He has experience working at NASA, the US Department of Energy, and holds a PhD from Caltech. • Amelia is a masters student in math at Boise state university. She is interested in pure math research and has collaborated with multiple professors on topics like topology. She has also held a research position in a photonics lab, in addition to jobs at accessible STEM companies such as Independence Science. She was a 2019 NFB National scholarship winner. • Trisha is a first year masters student at Stanford studying computer science. With a focus in computer systems. She has interned in various software engineering and product design internships at companies such as Samsung, Microsoft, the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. She is also the immediate past president of the National Association of Blind Students. She is interested in education technology and Entrepreneurship. • Gene is a 4th year undergraduate at Stanford studying Symbolic Systems with a focus in Human-Computer Interaction and Accessibility. He has held research internships at Stanford, the University of Washington, and Northeastern University and has published work on accessible data visualization, digital design, and STEm education. He has also interned at two early stage accessibility startups. We are looking forward to seeing you all there. Warmly, Newton, Kennedy, and Gene -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: invite.ics Type: application/ics Size: 1919 bytes Desc: not available URL: From dandrews920 at comcast.net Wed Nov 8 04:41:13 2023 From: dandrews920 at comcast.net (dandrews920 at comcast.net) Date: Tue, 7 Nov 2023 22:41:13 -0600 Subject: [NABS-L] FW: Flight for Sight's $10, 000 Travel Grant Application announcement! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <057601da11fd$dcdf22e0$969d68a0$@comcast.net> From: Mike Walsh Sent: Tuesday, November 7, 2023 6:45 PM To: David.Andrews at nfbnet.org Subject: Flight for Sight's $10,000 Travel Grant Application announcement! Flight for Sight is excited to announce the launch of the 2024 $10,0000 Flight for Sight Travel Grant Application. Three grants of $10,000 each will be awarded to individuals or teams with at least one person who is blind or has low vision. Their mission is to explore the world, engage with others, and educate people about blindness and/or low vision. This round of grantmaking will be for travel between April 1 and October 31, 2024. The first stage of the application consists of a few questions about their idea via video or written submission. Select applications will be chosen for semifinal and final rounds. Details will be forthcoming. The application can be found at www.FlightforSight.net/Apply. The deadline to submit and edit the application is February 1, 2024 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time. For any questions contact Flight for Sight’s Executive Director at Mike at FlightforSight.net. To stay up to date with Flight for Sight join their newsletter at www.FlightforSight.net/SignUp. -- Mike Walsh Founder and Executive Director Flight for Sight +1 (608) 609-8919 flightforsight.net linktr.ee/flightforsight Receive the Flight for Sight Newsletter ! Engage with us on YouTube , Instagram, and Facebook! Learn how you can help and be a part of the community! Listen to our story on the That Real Blind Tech Show podcast! -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: Flight for Sight $10,000 Travel Grant Application Announcement.pdf Type: application/pdf Size: 44738 bytes Desc: not available URL: From dandrews920 at comcast.net Wed Nov 8 04:56:26 2023 From: dandrews920 at comcast.net (dandrews920 at comcast.net) Date: Tue, 7 Nov 2023 22:56:26 -0600 Subject: [NABS-L] 2024 Brown Goldstein & Levy Disability Rights Fellowship In-Reply-To: <026e01da11c5$17f54370$47dfca50$@gmail.com> References: <026e01da11c5$17f54370$47dfca50$@gmail.com> Message-ID: <09fd01da11ff$f4045bf0$dc0d13d0$@comcast.net> Please see a fantastic opportunity below for a law student or recent graduate with a disability. I worked at BGL and it was one of the best places I've ever worked. I encourage everyone interested in applying and that you share widely with your network. 2024 Disability Rights Fellowship Posting (ACE) (002).pdf Goldstein & Levy THE 2024 BROWN, GOLDSTEIN & LEVY DISABILITY RIGHTS FELLOWSHIP In September 2009, Brown, Goldstein & Levy, LLP welcomed its first Disability Rights Fellow. We are now accepting applications for our tenth Disability Rights Fellow to begin in September 2024. The Fellowship offers a recent law school graduate or judicial clerk with a disability the opportunity to participate for a year in all phases of disability rights and other litigation at our firm in Baltimore, Maryland. Brown, Goldstein & Levy is a 20-lawyer law firm devoted principally to litigation. The firm has developed a national reputation for its high-profile, high-impact disability rights cases. Information about Brown, Goldstein & Levy, including our past and present work and fellows, is available at browngold.com Terms of the Fellowship The term of the Fellowship is one year (with the possibility of a second year). Salary and benefits will be commensurate with the salaries paid and benefits provided to non-Fellowship attorneys of equivalent experience and qualifications. The Fellow should be a member of a state bar or be planning to obtain admittance to a state bar with the ability to apply for Maryland admission. Application and Selection Applicants must have strong academic credentials, excellent writing skills, and an interest in the work of the firm. A completed application will consist of the following: 1. a cover letter, no longer than two pages, explaining the ways in which you meet the selection criteria; 2. a copy of your law school transcript; 3. a legal writing sample of no more than 15 pages; 4. a current resume; and 5. a list of three references, including name, relationship, and contact information. Applications will be received on a rolling basis; the position will remain open until filled. Please submit your application by e-mail to fellowship at browngold.com Ronza Othman, President National Federation of the Blind of Maryland 443-426-4110 Pronouns: she, her, hers The National Federation of the Blind of Maryland knows 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. You can live the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back From joshuaolukanni2002 at gmail.com Wed Nov 8 19:30:21 2023 From: joshuaolukanni2002 at gmail.com (Joshua Olukanni) Date: Wed, 8 Nov 2023 13:30:21 -0600 Subject: [NABS-L] Fwd: Voices of Lime: Insights into life as a blind or low vision person In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Hello all, Please check this out. My connections at Lime Connect wanted me to send this out to you all. Godspeed, Joshua Olukanni (He/him/his) Board Member #3 | National Association of Blind Students President | Minnesota Association of Blind Students ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Rene Forsythe Date: Wed, Nov 8, 2023 at 12:12 PM Subject: Voices of Lime: Insights into life as a blind or low vision person To: Joshua Olukanni [image: Lime Connect logo in field of green light] *Voices of Lime* *Insights into life as a blind or* * low-vision person* *Open to all | Please share widely with your network* [image: Blind man with sight stick sits on bench outside.] Join Lime Connect and Andrew Masson, Senior Director of Corporate Human Resources at Rogers Communication and Lime Connect Canada board chair, as he moderates a discussion with Lime Network members who are living and working successfully with a vision disability. As a person who is low vision himself, Andrew is uniquely positioned to lead the conversation around the challenges our panelists experience – and the strategies and accommodations that have helped them succeed. Through this engaging session, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of vision disabilities as well as ways in which to support individuals on both personal and professional levels. *Virtual Event Date: Wednesday, November 15th | 12:00 PM EST | Zoom* [image: Moderator Andrew Masson, Senior Director Corporate HR, Rogers Communications. Emeline Lakrout Global Brand Manager Unilever, Kartik Sawhney Product Manager Microsoft, Hersha Rele TGRIP Associate CIBC] *Click here to register for this event* From oriolefan38 at gmail.com Wed Nov 8 20:30:00 2023 From: oriolefan38 at gmail.com (Zachary Ledford) Date: Wed, 8 Nov 2023 13:30:00 -0700 Subject: [NABS-L] UTABS Game Time! Message-ID: NABS! It is a new month already!! The Utah Association of Blind Students (UTABS) will be meeting THIS Saturday November 11th and you will NOT want to miss it! You are invited to the Utah Association of Blind Students game time as we will be having some trivia so bring friends, family and all who would like to participate with us. Grab some popcorn, your favorite blanket, hot chocolate or coffee. Come as we take a break from school and have some fun with fellow students and friends and party! We hope to see you there! Join UTABS on Saturday November 11th, 2023 at 6:00 PM Mountain Time, 8:00 PM Eastern Time Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/8061136194 Best wishes, Zachary Ledford B.S. Candidate, Health and Kinesiology | University of Utah President, Utah Association of Blind Students | National Federation of the Blind of Utah ledford.zachary38 at gmail.com From jacobryanham at gmail.com Wed Nov 8 22:39:39 2023 From: jacobryanham at gmail.com (Jacob Ham) Date: Wed, 8 Nov 2023 17:39:39 -0500 Subject: [NABS-L] Fwd: Homeland Security-Professional Opportunities for the Student Workforce - Summer 2024 Application now OPEN In-Reply-To: <00f701da1291$94de5e90$be9b1bb0$@verizon.net> References: <00f701da1291$94de5e90$be9b1bb0$@verizon.net> Message-ID: ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Date: Wed, Nov 8, 2023 at 5:19 PM Subject: Homeland Security-Professional Opportunities for the Student Workforce - Summer 2024 Application now OPEN To: Jacki Bruce , Joe Orozco , Jacob Ham Summer 2024 student internship opportunity. Application deadline is December 15, 2023. Please use the link in the body of this message to learn more. The student recruitment announcement is now open for the HS-POWER internship program for summer 2024*. *This internship is sponsored thru DHS Science and Technology Directorate (S&T), Office of University Programs (OUP). TSA along with many DHS components will be participating in the summer 2024 program. The HS-POWER program's primary mission is to build the future DHS workforce. One way this happens is by placing Science (inclusive of social science i.e. criminal justice, psychology, economics, etc.) Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) undergraduate and graduate students with various DHS offices and components. All stipends, approved travel, and virtual participation or housing allowance will be funded by DHS S&T OUP. The application is open to all current college students who meet eligibility requirements. For interested college students: use the link below (highlighted in green) to apply for this summer 2024 opportunity.* The deadline for applying is:* *December 15th, 2023*. *Link to the Application: * Homeland Security Professional Opportunities for Student Workforce to Experience Research | U.S. Department of Homeland Security Education Programs (orau.gov) *This internship is ONLY for college students and only for the summer 2024 opportunity. Current federal employees are not eligible to apply.* *Other Important Information * - Summer 2024 appointments will be virtual *or* in-person; - Students will receive a stipend and a virtual allowance *or* a stipend and a housing allowance (available to those who reside more than 50 miles from their participation site.) As a result, no hybrid appointments will be approved. From gene.sh.kim at gmail.com Thu Nov 9 06:55:51 2023 From: gene.sh.kim at gmail.com (Gene Kim) Date: Wed, 8 Nov 2023 22:55:51 -0800 Subject: [NABS-L] Fwd: Questions for Panel In-Reply-To: <7A682C05-EE0F-4430-9F87-18AA2B2CE670@gmail.com> References: <7A682C05-EE0F-4430-9F87-18AA2B2CE670@gmail.com> Message-ID: Howdy Trisha, Here are the panel questions for tomorrow: 1. Introduce yourself. What experiences have you ad applying to jobs, grad school, or internships?How did you get to where you are today? What do you do day-to-day? (3 minutes) 2. Why did you decide to pursue your career path? What or who helped you get to where you got to today? (2 minutes) 3. How has being blind affected the way you approach your career? What were the obstacles and how did you overcome them? What obstacles are you still facing? (3 minutes) 4. If you can talk to your younger self, what advice would you give to them? (2 minutes) Cheers, Gene ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: systemic access program Date: Wed, Nov 8, 2023 at 7:50 PM Subject: Questions for Panel To: Gene Kim , Kennedy Stomberg , Amelia Palmer <0ameliapalmer0 at gmail.com> Hi Trish, Amelia, and Gene, Thank you for agreeing to speaking at the panel this Thursday at 5 pm pacific. Below, you will find the questions being asked and timespan for the questions. Please let me know if you have any other questions you would prefer to be asked or any other topics you would like to explore. Thank you Best, Newton 1. Introduce yourself. What experiences have you ad applying to jobs, grad school, or internships?How did you get to where you are today? What do you do day-to-day? (3 minutes) 2. Why did you decide to pursue your career path? What or who helped you get to where you got to today? (2 minutes) 3. How has being blind affected the way you approach your career? What were the obstacles and how did you overcome them? What obstacles are you still facing? (3 minutes) 4. If you can talk to your younger self, what advice would you give to them? (2 minutes) From gene.sh.kim at gmail.com Thu Nov 9 07:23:25 2023 From: gene.sh.kim at gmail.com (Gene Kim) Date: Wed, 8 Nov 2023 23:23:25 -0800 Subject: [NABS-L] Questions for Panel In-Reply-To: References: <7A682C05-EE0F-4430-9F87-18AA2B2CE670@gmail.com> Message-ID: Howdy lovely NABS folks, Whoopsy! Please disregard that message. Actually, please highly regard that message! If you want to hear the ground-breaking answers to these questions from some spectacular panelists, hop on tomorrow at 8 PM eastern using the below zoom link to learn about securing STEM internships as a blind person. The NFB science and engineering division's mentorship program is opening up this special event to everyone. Our panelists have experiences in big tech companies, academia, non-profits, and even early stage startups! You even got a sneak peek at the action. https://caltech.zoom.us/j/86372643569#success Cheers, Gene -- Gene S-H Kim Secretary/Webmaster | National Association of Blind Students Chairperson | NABS Membership Committee B.S.H. Candidate, Symbolic Systems | Stanford University On Wed, Nov 8, 2023 at 10:55 PM Gene Kim wrote: > Howdy Trisha, > > Here are the panel questions for tomorrow: > > > 1. Introduce yourself. What experiences have you ad applying to jobs, grad > school, or internships?How did you get to where you are today? What do you > do day-to-day? (3 minutes) > > 2. Why did you decide to pursue your career path? What or who helped you > get to where you got to today? (2 minutes) > > 3. How has being blind affected the way you approach your career? What > were the obstacles and how did you overcome them? What obstacles are you > still facing? (3 minutes) > > 4. If you can talk to your younger self, what advice would you give to > them? (2 minutes) > > > Cheers, > Gene > > > ---------- Forwarded message --------- > From: systemic access program > Date: Wed, Nov 8, 2023 at 7:50 PM > Subject: Questions for Panel > To: Gene Kim , Kennedy Stomberg < > stomberg8 at gmail.com>, Amelia Palmer <0ameliapalmer0 at gmail.com> > > > Hi Trish, Amelia, and Gene, > > Thank you for agreeing to speaking at the panel this Thursday at 5 pm > pacific. > > Below, you will find the questions being asked and timespan for the > questions. Please let me know if you have any other questions you would > prefer to be asked or any other topics you would like to explore. > > Thank you > > Best, > > Newton > > > 1. Introduce yourself. What experiences have you ad applying to jobs, grad > school, or internships?How did you get to where you are today? What do you > do day-to-day? (3 minutes) > > 2. Why did you decide to pursue your career path? What or who helped you > get to where you got to today? (2 minutes) > > 3. How has being blind affected the way you approach your career? What > were the obstacles and how did you overcome them? What obstacles are you > still facing? (3 minutes) > > 4. If you can talk to your younger self, what advice would you give to > them? (2 minutes) > > From isabelrosario76 at gmail.com Thu Nov 9 18:43:26 2023 From: isabelrosario76 at gmail.com (Isabel Rosario) Date: Thu, 9 Nov 2023 13:43:26 -0500 Subject: [NABS-L] Join the Content creation committee this Sunday at 8 PM Eastern Message-ID: Happy November, Nabs Nation! We hope you are staying warm, indulging in delightful pumpkin and apple goodies, and getting through these last few weeks of the semester. Remember to take time for yourself and give yourself grace and love. What better Way to give yourself some me time this coming week than grabbing your favorite fall beverage, snuggling into your coziest blanket, and spending time discussing or just listening to the exciting happenings in Nabs content creation! The content creation committee will be having our open call this Sunday, November 12. Find out how you can star in our all new tiktok videos, enlighten us with your amazing podcast ideas, learn about exciting projects before anyone else, or join in on some awesome community building. Our call will be happening at 8 pm eastern, 5 pm pacific. You can join us with the following zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/4678833687 One tap mobile: +13126266799,,4678833687# US (Chicago) +16468769923,,4678833687# US (New York) Best regards, Isabel Rosario Co-chair|NABS Content Creation Committee NABS Now podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/47rJlZrFHD4EIqvgLRNhHM 203-993-3045 From spopplestone.nfb at gmail.com Sat Nov 11 20:29:14 2023 From: spopplestone.nfb at gmail.com (Shane Popplestone) Date: Sat, 11 Nov 2023 20:29:14 +0000 Subject: [NABS-L] their's just eight days left to enter into the Ohio Association of Blind Students ultimate drawing fundraiser! Don't delay, enter today! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: >>>> >>>> >>> >>>>Please distribute to any individuals or nfb or non NFB lists you >>>>think might be interested, because their's just over a week left, >>>>actually, eight days in fact to get those tickets purchased! Don't >>>>delay, enter today! Read all the details below! >>>> >>> >>>>Ohio Association of Blind Students Presents: The Ultimate drawing >>>>Fundraiser! >>>> >Date: From October 1st to the morning session of the National >Federation of the Blind of Ohio State Convention on November 19th. >Win Big with Three Stellar Prizes! >● Amazon Echo Dot: Your personal assistant, entertainer, and smart >home controller, all in one compact device. Ask Alexa anything, play >your favorite tunes, or control your smart devices. The future is at >your fingertips! >● 2 Tile Bluetooth Tracking Devices: Never misplace your keys, >wallet, or any valuable again! 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It's a win-win: support a >noble cause and stand a chance to bag some of the market's most >sought-after gadgets! >Everyone Can Join! Whether or not you're attending the NFB Ohio State >Convention, you can still partake in this drawing. If you win, we'll >ensure you receive your prize. >Make a Difference & Win Big! The prizes are not only incredibly >functional but also represent great value for the price of a drawing >ticket. Don't miss this golden opportunity to make a positive impact >and possibly claim some of the coolest gadgets available! > > >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>>Shane Popplestone >>>>President of the Ohio Association of blind students >>>>Co-chair of the ohio newsline committee >>>>member of the Grater Akron Chapter >>>>member of Ohio Association of Guide Dog users >>>>spopplestone.nfb at gmail.com >>>>234-716-2208 >>>>You can live the life you want! >>>> -- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. www.avast.com From oriolefan38 at gmail.com Sat Nov 11 22:00:00 2023 From: oriolefan38 at gmail.com (Zachary Ledford) Date: Sat, 11 Nov 2023 15:00:00 -0700 Subject: [NABS-L] UTABS Game Time! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: Hello! Happy Veterans Day! This is a friendly reminder that you are invited to the Utah Association of Blind Students game time! It is tonight at 6:00 PM MT, 8:00 PM ET. We hope to see you there! Join UTABS on Saturday November 11th, 2023 Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/8061136194 Best wishes, Zachary Ledford B.S. Candidate, Health and Kinesiology | University of Utah President, Utah Association of Blind Students | National Federation of the Blind of Utah ledford.zachary38 at gmail.com On Wed, Nov 8, 2023 at 1:30 PM Zachary Ledford wrote: > NABS! > > It is a new month already!! The Utah Association of Blind Students (UTABS) > will be meeting THIS Saturday November 11th and you will NOT want to miss > it! You are invited to the Utah Association of Blind Students game time as > we will be having some trivia so bring friends, family and all who would > like to participate with us. > > Grab some popcorn, your favorite blanket, hot chocolate or coffee. Come as > we take a break from school and have some fun with fellow students and > friends and party! We hope to see you there! > > Join UTABS on Saturday November 11th, 2023 at 6:00 PM Mountain Time, 8:00 > PM Eastern Time > > Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/8061136194 > > Best wishes, > > Zachary Ledford > > B.S. Candidate, Health and Kinesiology | University of Utah > > President, Utah Association of Blind Students | National Federation of the > Blind of Utah > > ledford.zachary38 at gmail.com > From misokwak12 at gmail.com Sat Nov 11 22:31:40 2023 From: misokwak12 at gmail.com (misokwak12 at gmail.com) Date: Sat, 11 Nov 2023 16:31:40 -0600 Subject: [NABS-L] Accessibility of Adobe Audition with JAWS Message-ID: <012801da14ee$d72ddcd0$85899670$@gmail.com> Hello, I am curious if anyone on the listserv has experience using Adobe Audition with JAWS. I have used Audacity in the past and may have some need to learn Adobe Audition in the near future. If you have any resources or recent experience you can share, I'd appreciate that. All my best, Miso From kgarcia2432 at gmail.com Sun Nov 12 17:03:59 2023 From: kgarcia2432 at gmail.com (Kyle Garcia) Date: Sun, 12 Nov 2023 12:03:59 -0500 Subject: [NABS-L] Join our Fundraising Committee Call Tonight at 7pm EST! Message-ID: Hello NABS fan, This is a friendly reminder about our fundraising committee call tonight November 12 at 7 PM Eastern time. We would love for you guys to join and help discuss our future activities and fundraising ideas. The zoom information is below. Hope to see you there! NABS Zoom link https://zoom.us/j/4678833687 One tap mobile +13126266799,,4678833687# US (Chicago) +16468769923,,4678833687# US (New York) Regards, Kyle Garcia Board Member | National Association of Blind Students Board Member | California Association of Blind Students Treasurer | San Jose Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of California Phone: 408-203-8509 From nyirah17 at gmail.com Sun Nov 12 22:06:39 2023 From: nyirah17 at gmail.com (Z'Leah Liburd) Date: Sun, 12 Nov 2023 17:06:39 -0500 Subject: [NABS-L] Fwd: [Fabs] Join us next week! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: FABS Secretary via FABS Date: Sun, Nov 12, 2023, 3:10 PM Subject: [Fabs] Join us next week! To: Florida Association of Blind Students Cc: FABS Secretary Good afternoon and Happy Sunday! Just a quick reminder that next week, Sunday November 19, we will be having a student division meeting. We look forward to see y'all next week! Stay golden, Elijah Grant Secretary - Florida Association of Blind Students Treasurer - Greater Broward Chapter, National Federation of the Blind of Florida Associate of Arts in Information Technology Candidate - Broward College Click here to email the Florida Association of Blind Students. Social Media Links Check us out on Facebook < https://www.facebook.com/people/Florida-Association-of-Blind-Students-FABS/100079313452079/ > Follow us on TikTok Follow us on Instagram "The National Federation of the Blind knows 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. You can have the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back." -National Federation of the Blind One-Minute Message _______________________________________________ FABS mailing list FABS at nfbnet.org http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/fabs_nfbnet.org To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for FABS: http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/fabs_nfbnet.org/nyirah17%40gmail.com From nikkidadlani at gmail.com Wed Nov 15 20:50:22 2023 From: nikkidadlani at gmail.com (Nikhil Dadlani) Date: Wed, 15 Nov 2023 12:50:22 -0800 Subject: [NABS-L] Washington Seminar Advocacy Meeting Call: Sunday, November 19th 7PM ESTT Message-ID: <6EF33A4E-FB53-4326-AD77-B675C1FFD370@gmail.com> Hey NABS Community! I bet you’re just as excited as I am for all the great things happening next year! To start us ofc with that, the advocacy committee will be hosting a call this Sunday, November 19th from 7-8 PM Eastern time to talk all about the NFB’s annual Washington Seminar! Want to hear more about how to get involved? OR about how students have contributed in the past? Or want to hear about how you can get involved for the 2024 seminar, how you can get funding, and more? Then hop along to our call, and come with questions too, as we will be happy to answer them! NABS also has officially released its 2024 Washington Seminar funding package. We will be talking about this at the meeting as well, so please come along if you want to hear more! Here is the link to the google form for the funding application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfBi7GR5_EYBG-D0EzqrnODyHlB1UYiMgzoIf_WGmN7ynZfUg/viewform 2024 NABS Washington Seminar Funding Application docs.google.com Here is the zoom info for this Sunday’s call: https://zoom.us/j/4678833687 One tap mobile +13126266799,,4678833687# US (Chicago) +16468769923,,4678833687# US (New York),, If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Advocacy Chair Manahil Jafri by email at manahiljafri at gmail.com . Looking forward to seeing you all there, and at Seminar next January! Best Regards, Nikhil Dadlani Advocacy Committee Cochair From nabs.president at gmail.com Thu Nov 16 00:21:42 2023 From: nabs.president at gmail.com (Lauren Altman National Student President) Date: Wed, 15 Nov 2023 19:21:42 -0500 Subject: [NABS-L] Action Requested! How Did You Find NABS? Message-ID: An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: dTsChPWwi2kSZDOtZlE9i0HrqDqV-8FKxXih9rDNqZ1YQMGL76iEWlD6Gd3HZeZN7rje_068_nk=w1200-h630-p.png Type: image/png Size: 100094 bytes Desc: not available URL: From danielspace142 at gmail.com Fri Nov 17 17:08:02 2023 From: danielspace142 at gmail.com (Daniel) Date: Fri, 17 Nov 2023 09:08:02 -0800 Subject: [NABS-L] Washington Seminar Roommates Wanted Message-ID: Hello NABS, My friend and I are in search of roommates for the Washington Seminar. We have already secured the room and are seeking to reduce costs while also assisting others. If you're interested, please contact me off-list. My email address is danielspace142 at gmail.com. Thank you From students at nfbflorida.org Sat Nov 18 15:35:07 2023 From: students at nfbflorida.org (FABS Secretary) Date: Sat, 18 Nov 2023 10:35:07 -0500 Subject: [NABS-L] Join us Sunday night! Message-ID: Good morning, everyone! I hope everyone had a great start to the weekend and is looking forward to Thanksgiving! Here's a reminder that tomorrow night, Sunday, November 19 at 6pm, we will have a student division meeting that will be packed with lots of information. We look forward to seeing y'all then. Gobble Gobble! Here's the link. https://zoom.us/j/96868427038 Stay golden, From nikkidadlani at gmail.com Sun Nov 19 13:25:51 2023 From: nikkidadlani at gmail.com (Nikhil Dadlani) Date: Sun, 19 Nov 2023 08:25:51 -0500 Subject: [NABS-L] Reminder: NABS Advocacy Committee Call today at 7 PM Eastern!!! Message-ID: Hey NABs Community, Hope that your Sunday is productive and relaxing! Want to make it more fruitful and fun> Then please don't forget to stop by our NABS Advocacy Committee Call, today from 7-8 PM Eastern time! We will be discussing all things Washington Seminar related, so please bring your thoughts and questions! Here is the zoom information: https://zoom.us/j/4678833687 One tap mobile +13126266799,,4678833687# US (Chicago) +16468769923,,4678833687# US (New York),, If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Advocacy Chair Manahil Jafri by email at manahiljafri at gmail.com. Looking forward to seeing you all there, and at Seminar next January! Best Regards, Nikhil Dadlani From gene.sh.kim at gmail.com Sun Nov 19 19:27:49 2023 From: gene.sh.kim at gmail.com (Gene Kim) Date: Sun, 19 Nov 2023 11:27:49 -0800 Subject: [NABS-L] Membership committee meeting tonight at 8 PM eastern!! Message-ID: Howdy NABS, Friendly reminder to join NABS for our monthly membership committee meeting tonight at 8 PM eastern. See you there using the below zoom info! https://zoom.us/j/4678833687 One tap mobile +13126266799,,4678833687# US (Chicago) +16468769923,,4678833687# US (New York) Cheers, Gene -- Gene S-H Kim Secretary/Webmaster | National Association of Blind Students Chairperson | NABS Membership Committee B.S.H. Candidate, Symbolic Systems | Stanford University From aevans.nfb at gmail.com Mon Nov 20 21:02:54 2023 From: aevans.nfb at gmail.com (Asia Quinones-Evans) Date: Mon, 20 Nov 2023 16:02:54 -0500 Subject: [NABS-L] Confusing thoughts Message-ID: Hello everyone, I want to start off by telling everyone that I am the only service dog handler on my college campus this semester. There is a new Dean in the Physical Education department (HPER) that I have most of my courses in. When they set up events now he advocates strongly for the Animal Protection League to be their. There was an event I was required to attend for class in October and the dogs were their. The dogs did not come close to my guide dog but he was very nervous because he could not see the dogs barking and he did not want them to attack him. Yes, you read that correct the dogs were barking at an event from the APL. This lasted over 45 minutes. I had to keep ahold of the leash to keep him focused and calm while walking around this event. My college will have another event hosted by this department towards the end of my semester for the students to enjoy some relaxing time before finals. There will be the APL there. I am not sure how to feel about this because they are getting approval from the college but its putting my safety in jeopardy distracting my service dog. I am pretty sure if there were any other service dog handlers on campus they would feel the same. I was wondering if you are in college currently, have been in college previously, and have had this type of a situation, how did you deal with it? The event I was required to attend in October could have been avoided if it was not a grade for my class. This upcoming event will be in the main building that I spend most of my time in. So I can not avoid it that day. Thanks for any feedback. I do want to state that besides now other dogs distracting and being aggressive towards my guide dog I love rescue places. My first pet that I had to put down in August was a rescue. He was 14 years old. I will always rescue a pet no matter if I have the money to buy from a breeder. Yours truely, Asia Quinones-Evans Phone: 440-670-6509 Email: aevans.nfb at gmail.com Live the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back From tyler at tysdomain.com Mon Nov 20 22:01:33 2023 From: tyler at tysdomain.com (Ty Littlefield) Date: Mon, 20 Nov 2023 15:01:33 -0700 Subject: [NABS-L] Confusing thoughts In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <656f1722-e9bf-4c0e-8030-51c122cfdcff@tysdomain.com> Asia: I'm really confused how this works, and why they are advocating. It sounds a lot like the APL is there for a sort of therapy dog situation, where people can choose to spend time with them. Is this the case? If what I suspect is true, a couple things here. I understand that this is likely frustrating, but dog distractions are likely going to be an issue anywhere, and you can't always make sure that there are no other dogs around, barking or otherwise in any situation. I personally felt much more safe and secure with groups like this than I ever did at convention given some of the ways handlers ignore/don't bother with their dogs. So the real question ultimately is whether or not your guide is afraid, or simply dog distracted. It's hard to tell at times, but I would highly recommend giving your school a call for tips and advice. I would also like to say that you can treat this as a learning experience for the both of you, where you work to pattern your guide so that he does not become concerned or worried. If your school is one that uses food reward, consider that as a technique. Even if they don't and if your guide is a lab, it's a great tool to help pattern/work through some of these issues. Distractions of any type are unsafe and scary, so please don't take this as me writing off your concerns. My point ultimately is that if the dogs are on leash and contained, this is one of the best dog environments you're likely to find, and a great time to do some work. HTH, Ty On 11/20/2023 2:02 PM, Asia Quinones-Evans via NABS-L wrote: > Hello everyone, > > I want to start off by telling everyone that I am the only service dog > handler on my college campus this semester. There is a new Dean in the > Physical Education department (HPER) that I have most of my courses in. > When they set up events now he advocates strongly for the Animal Protection > League to be their. There was an event I was required to attend for class > in October and the dogs were their. The dogs did not come close to my guide > dog but he was very nervous because he could not see the dogs barking and > he did not want them to attack him. Yes, you read that correct the dogs > were barking at an event from the APL. This lasted over 45 minutes. I had > to keep ahold of the leash to keep him focused and calm while walking > around this event. My college will have another event hosted by this > department towards the end of my semester for the students to enjoy some > relaxing time before finals. There will be the APL there. I am not sure how > to feel about this because they are getting approval from the college but > its putting my safety in jeopardy distracting my service dog. I am pretty > sure if there were any other service dog handlers on campus they would feel > the same. I was wondering if you are in college currently, have been in > college previously, and have had this type of a situation, how did you deal > with it? The event I was required to attend in October could have been > avoided if it was not a grade for my class. This upcoming event will be in > the main building that I spend most of my time in. So I can not avoid it > that day. Thanks for any feedback. > > I do want to state that besides now other dogs distracting and being > aggressive towards my guide dog I love rescue places. My first pet that I > had to put down in August was a rescue. He was 14 years old. I will always > rescue a pet no matter if I have the money to buy from a breeder. > > Yours truely, > > Asia Quinones-Evans > > Phone: 440-670-6509 > Email: aevans.nfb at gmail.com > > > Live the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back > _______________________________________________ > NABS-L mailing list > NABS-L at nfbnet.org > http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nabs-l_nfbnet.org > To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for NABS-L: > http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/nabs-l_nfbnet.org/tyler%40tysdomain.com From nesmaaly123 at gmail.com Tue Nov 21 17:42:59 2023 From: nesmaaly123 at gmail.com (nesmaaly123 at gmail.com) Date: Tue, 21 Nov 2023 11:42:59 -0600 Subject: [NABS-L] Confusing thoughts In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <010501da1ca2$2bd94570$838bd050$@gmail.com> I agree with the person that said to contact your guide dog school, But I would also encourage you to talk to the disability services office on your campus let them know what happened, and see what they can do to help. -----Original Message----- From: NABS-L On Behalf Of Asia Quinones-Evans via NABS-L Sent: Monday, November 20, 2023 3:03 PM To: NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of Guide Dog Users ; National Association Of Blind Students Mailing List Cc: Asia Quinones-Evans Subject: [NABS-L] Confusing thoughts Hello everyone, I want to start off by telling everyone that I am the only service dog handler on my college campus this semester. There is a new Dean in the Physical Education department (HPER) that I have most of my courses in. When they set up events now he advocates strongly for the Animal Protection League to be their. There was an event I was required to attend for class in October and the dogs were their. The dogs did not come close to my guide dog but he was very nervous because he could not see the dogs barking and he did not want them to attack him. Yes, you read that correct the dogs were barking at an event from the APL. This lasted over 45 minutes. I had to keep ahold of the leash to keep him focused and calm while walking around this event. My college will have another event hosted by this department towards the end of my semester for the students to enjoy some relaxing time before finals. There will be the APL there. I am not sure how to feel about this because they are getting approval from the college but its putting my safety in jeopardy distracting my service dog. I am pretty sure if there were any other service dog handlers on campus they would feel the same. I was wondering if you are in college currently, have been in college previously, and have had this type of a situation, how did you deal with it? The event I was required to attend in October could have been avoided if it was not a grade for my class. This upcoming event will be in the main building that I spend most of my time in. So I can not avoid it that day. Thanks for any feedback. I do want to state that besides now other dogs distracting and being aggressive towards my guide dog I love rescue places. My first pet that I had to put down in August was a rescue. He was 14 years old. I will always rescue a pet no matter if I have the money to buy from a breeder. Yours truely, Asia Quinones-Evans Phone: 440-670-6509 Email: aevans.nfb at gmail.com Live the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back _______________________________________________ NABS-L mailing list NABS-L at nfbnet.org http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nabs-l_nfbnet.org To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for NABS-L: http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/nabs-l_nfbnet.org/nesmaaly123%40gmail.com From elizabeth.sprecher103 at gmail.com Tue Nov 21 17:47:21 2023 From: elizabeth.sprecher103 at gmail.com (Elizabeth Sprecher) Date: Tue, 21 Nov 2023 10:47:21 -0700 Subject: [NABS-L] Dvr process for grad school Message-ID: <66518FBC-796F-45FF-AFFC-1D9C221580ED@gmail.com> Sent from my iPhone hi, does anyone have a masters degree, who has gone through the DVR process? I wanted to ask if you have to go through a justification of training and what it was like for you to fill that out. If you don’t know, please do not reply to this email. From rothmanjd at gmail.com Wed Nov 22 23:05:54 2023 From: rothmanjd at gmail.com (rothmanjd at gmail.com) Date: Wed, 22 Nov 2023 18:05:54 -0500 Subject: [NABS-L] NFB of Maryland Convention Donation Drive - Win $500 or Get 2025 State Convention Costs Paid Message-ID: <04a001da1d98$725db7f0$571927d0$@gmail.com> Want to win either $500 or have your 2025 Maryland State Convention hotel and meals covered? Here's your chance! The National Federation of the Blind of Maryland is hosting the 2023 - 2024 NFBMD Convention donation drive. For each $20 donation, you will get one chance in the Convention drawing. For example, if you donate $100, you will get five chances. The winner will have their choice of either $500 or their 2025 state convention hotel (two nights) and meals covered by the affiliate. The drawing will take place at the NFBMD banquet on Saturday, February 17, 2024. The winner does not need to be present. The fundraiser is open through 3PM on Saturday, February 17, 2024. Please share this link and opportunity with your friends, neighbors, and strangers you randomly meet. You may donate to the fundraising drive in the following ways: Zelle: Use email: President at nfbmd.org OR PayPal: Visit: Https://nfbmd.org/conventiondrawing OR Check payable to: NFB of Maryland Send to: NFBMD Convention Donation Drive 1800 Johnson Street, Suite N1 Baltimore, MD 21230 Note: Due to administrative costs, Paypal chances cost $22 each. For questions, please contact Ronza Othman at President at nfbmd.org or 443-426-4110. Ronza Othman, President National Federation of the Blind of Maryland 443-426-4110 Pronouns: she, her, hers The National Federation of the Blind of Maryland knows 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. You can live the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back From misokwak12 at gmail.com Wed Nov 22 23:42:21 2023 From: misokwak12 at gmail.com (misokwak12 at gmail.com) Date: Wed, 22 Nov 2023 17:42:21 -0600 Subject: [NABS-L] Dvr process for grad school In-Reply-To: <66518FBC-796F-45FF-AFFC-1D9C221580ED@gmail.com> References: <66518FBC-796F-45FF-AFFC-1D9C221580ED@gmail.com> Message-ID: <01b701da1d9d$89ede070$9dc9a150$@gmail.com> Hello, I have done this process with California a several years ago. I recall writing a letter then having a meeting with my VR counselor and maybe a few other staff members from the DVR. Miso -----Original Message----- From: NABS-L On Behalf Of Elizabeth Sprecher via NABS-L Sent: Tuesday, November 21, 2023 11:47 AM To: nabs-l at nfbnet.org Cc: Elizabeth Sprecher Subject: [NABS-L] Dvr process for grad school Sent from my iPhone hi, does anyone have a masters degree, who has gone through the DVR process? I wanted to ask if you have to go through a justification of training and what it was like for you to fill that out. If you don’t know, please do not reply to this email. _______________________________________________ NABS-L mailing list NABS-L at nfbnet.org http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/nabs-l_nfbnet.org To unsubscribe, change your list options or get your account info for NABS-L: http://nfbnet.org/mailman/options/nabs-l_nfbnet.org/misokwak12%40gmail.com From kgarcia2432 at gmail.com Thu Nov 23 02:33:01 2023 From: kgarcia2432 at gmail.com (Kyle Garcia) Date: Wed, 22 Nov 2023 18:33:01 -0800 Subject: [NABS-L] Help NABS Sell Popcorn Starting Tomorrow! Message-ID: Hello MABS, Celebrate Thanksgiving with us by participating in our new popcorn fundraiser! That’s right, NABS is selling popcorn starting tomorrow at 12pm eastern. We are using DoubleGood and you can sign up using ghe information below to set up your own pop up store you can then send to your friends and family. Spread the word far and wide, and order some yourself Please follow these steps to set up your DoubleGood pop up storefront. If you need assistance or have any questions please reach out to me at the contact info in my email signature. Our fundraising window begins on November 23, 2023, at 12:00 PM and goes until November 27, 2023, at 12:00 PM. Before the fundraiser begins: 1. Download the Double Good app. 2. Enter our event code CHPNTM in the app. 3. Create your Pop-Up Store following the instructions on the DoubleGood app or website. Regards, Kyle Kyle Garcia Board Member | National Association of Blind Students Board Member | California Association of Blind Students Treasurer | San Jose Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of California Phone: 408-203-8509 From joshuaolukanni2002 at gmail.com Thu Nov 23 18:30:42 2023 From: joshuaolukanni2002 at gmail.com (Joshua Olukanni) Date: Thu, 23 Nov 2023 12:30:42 -0600 Subject: [NABS-L] Support NABS with Delicious Popcorn! Message-ID: Dear [NABS Team], I hope this email finds you well! We're excited to share a tasty opportunity to support the National Association of Blind Students (NABS) through our Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser. Indulge in delicious popcorn while contributing to NABS' mission. Simply visit [https://popup.doublegood.com/s/0p0k6nz4] to explore and purchase. Your support makes a meaningful impact! Thank you for helping us make a difference. Godspeed, Joshua Olukanni (He/him/his) Board Member #3 | National Association of Blind Students From joshuaolukanni2002 at gmail.com Fri Nov 24 17:53:05 2023 From: joshuaolukanni2002 at gmail.com (Joshua Olukanni) Date: Fri, 24 Nov 2023 11:53:05 -0600 Subject: [NABS-L] Only a Few Days Left for NABS Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser! Message-ID: Dear NABS, Time is running out! Act now to elevate the flavor and support blind students through our exclusive Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser. Why Double Good? Indulge in gourmet popcorn varieties while empowering blind students nationwide. Click here to access the popcorn extravaganza and make a difference! What to Expect: - Irresistible flavors redefining popcorn perfection. - Each purchase directly supports NABS' mission for equal opportunities. - Amplify our impact by sharing the link with friends, family, and colleagues! How You Can Help: 1. Visit the link: https://popup.doublegood.com/s/0p0k6nz4 2. Explore and order your favorite popcorn flavors. 3. Spread the word! Share the link on your network and social media. Act urgently! Your support brings us closer to an inclusive and empowered future for blind students. Thank you for being a crucial part of the NABS community! Time is of the essence! Godspeed, Joshua Olukanni (He/him/his) Board Member #3 | National Association of Blind Students From joshuaolukanni2002 at gmail.com Sat Nov 25 17:49:14 2023 From: joshuaolukanni2002 at gmail.com (Joshua Olukanni) Date: Sat, 25 Nov 2023 11:49:14 -0600 Subject: [NABS-L] You really do not want to miss out on this! Message-ID: Dear all, Support blind students by participating in our Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser. Why Double Good? Experience gourmet popcorn that empowers blind students nationwide. Click to access: https://popup.doublegood.com/s/0p0k6nz4 What to Expect: - Irresistible flavors redefining popcorn perfection. - Your purchase directly supports NABS' mission for equal opportunities. - Help spread the word! Share the link with friends, family, and colleagues. How You Can Help: 1. Visit: https://popup.doublegood.com/s/0p0k6nz4 2. Explore and order your favorite popcorn flavors. 3. Share the link on your network and social media. Act urgently! Your support brings us closer to an inclusive future for blind students. Thank you for being a crucial part of the NABS community! Hurry! The fundraiser ends in less than 48 hours. Time is of the essence! Godspeed, Joshua Olukanni (He/him/his) Board Member #3 | National Association of Blind Students From oriolefan38 at gmail.com Sun Nov 26 00:30:00 2023 From: oriolefan38 at gmail.com (Zachary Ledford) Date: Sat, 25 Nov 2023 17:30:00 -0700 Subject: [NABS-L] Christmas Fun tomorrow at the NABS November Social! Message-ID: NABS Friends, Another month has come and that means it is time for the NABS November social call! You won’t want to miss it; join us as we will have a song quiz and some trivia, Christmas themed! When? Tomorrow, November 26th at 8 PM Eastern! https://zoom.us/j/4678833687 One tap mobile +13126266799,,4678833687# US (Chicago) +16468769923,,4678833687# US (New York) Best wishes, Zachary Ledford B.S. Candidate, Health and Kinesiology | University of Utah President, Utah Association of Blind Students | National Federation of the Blind of Utah Co-chair, Membership Committee | National Association of Blind Students From oriolefan38 at gmail.com Sun Nov 26 23:00:00 2023 From: oriolefan38 at gmail.com (Zachary Ledford) Date: Sun, 26 Nov 2023 16:00:00 -0700 Subject: [NABS-L] Christmas Fun tomorrow at the NABS November Social! In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: This is a friendly reminder to join the NABS social call tonight at 8 PM Eastern. Come have some fun with Christmas themed songs and trivia! https://zoom.us/j/4678833687 One tap mobile +13126266799,,4678833687# US (Chicago) +16468769923,,4678833687# US (New York) Best wishes, Zachary Ledford B.S. Candidate, Health and Kinesiology | University of Utah President, Utah Association of Blind Students | National Federation of the Blind of Utah Co-chair, Membership Committee | National Association of Blind Students On Sat, Nov 25, 2023 at 5:30 PM Zachary Ledford wrote: > NABS Friends, > > > Another month has come and that means it is time for the NABS November > social call! > > You won’t want to miss it; join us as we will have a song quiz and some > trivia, Christmas themed! > > When? Tomorrow, November 26th at 8 PM Eastern! > > > https://zoom.us/j/4678833687 > > One tap mobile +13126266799,,4678833687# US (Chicago) > > +16468769923,,4678833687# US (New York) > > > Best wishes, > > > Zachary Ledford > > B.S. Candidate, Health and Kinesiology | University of Utah > > President, Utah Association of Blind Students | National Federation of the > Blind of Utah > > Co-chair, Membership Committee | National Association of Blind Students > From kgarcia2432 at gmail.com Mon Nov 27 04:56:06 2023 From: kgarcia2432 at gmail.com (Kyle Garcia) Date: Sun, 26 Nov 2023 20:56:06 -0800 Subject: [NABS-L] Awesome CABS Merch Available Today Message-ID: Greetings NABsters, We, the California Association of Blind Students, are excited to announce our new line of merch featuring the CABS logo! We have a range of merch including t-shirts, hoodies, and mugs. The description of the CABS logo is: A brown Grizzly Bear wearing a gold graduation cap standing on a gold surfboard. Printed across the surfboard in black text is California Association of Blind Students. The background of the logo is circular, with the top half being a greyish blue sky and the bottom blue ocean waves. Visit our online store to purchase yours today. Whether you are a California student or just want to support us, the CABS merch looks great regardless. Regards, Kyle Garcia Board Member | National Association of Blind Students Board Member | California Association of Blind Students Treasurer | San Jose Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of California Phone | 669-288-4062 From joshuaolukanni2002 at gmail.com Mon Nov 27 17:08:13 2023 From: joshuaolukanni2002 at gmail.com (Joshua Olukanni) Date: Mon, 27 Nov 2023 11:08:13 -0600 Subject: [NABS-L] Help us reach our goal! Message-ID: Dear all, Support blind students by participating in our Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser. Why Double Good? Experience gourmet popcorn that empowers blind students nationwide. Click to access: https://popup.doublegood.com/s/0p0k6nz4 What to Expect: - Irresistible flavors redefining popcorn perfection. - Your purchase directly supports NABS' mission for equal opportunities. - Help spread the word! Share the link with friends, family, and colleagues. How You Can Help: 1. Visit: https://popup.doublegood.com/s/0p0k6nz4 2. Explore and order your favorite popcorn flavors. 3. Share the link on your network and social media. Act urgently! Your support brings us closer to an inclusive future for blind students. Thank you for being a crucial part of the NABS community! Hurry! The fundraiser ends in less than 2 hours. Time is of the essence! Godspeed, Joshua Olukanni (He/him/his) Board Member #3 | National Association of Blind Students From kgarcia2432 at gmail.com Wed Nov 29 17:00:00 2023 From: kgarcia2432 at gmail.com (Kyle Garcia) Date: Wed, 29 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0800 Subject: [NABS-L] Help NABS with our December Fundraiser for a Chance to Win $$$ Message-ID: What's poppin NABS. In the latter half of December we will be relaunching our DoubleGood popcorn fundraiser, and we need your help! We are looking for people to be champions for our sales who can share our fundraiser on their socials and in person around the holidays. There will be friendly competition where the person who raises the most money will receive 20% of the profits. You won't want to miss out on this opportunity to help NABS while also having the chance to receive some holiday funding of your own. If you are interested, please let us know by filling out the Google Form linked here . This will allow us to send you the necessary information once we have the fundraiser set up. As always if you have any questions please feel free to reach out. Regards, Kyle Garcia Board Member | National Association of Blind Students Board Member | California Association of Blind Students Treasurer | San Jose Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of California Phone: 669-288-4062 From stanley7709 at gmail.com Wed Nov 29 23:27:27 2023 From: stanley7709 at gmail.com (Steve Cook) Date: Wed, 29 Nov 2023 18:27:27 -0500 Subject: [NABS-L] December Events Message-ID: <076c01da231b$9e25fdb0$da71f910$@gmail.com> We hope you will join us for the below events in December! Read about each presentation below the Zoom platform information. All events begin at 8:00 PM eastern Friday, December 1, 2023 Audio described movie: It's a Wonderful Life Friday, December 8, 2023 Audio described movie: How the Grinch Stole Christmas Friday, December 15, 2023 Audio described movie: National lampoons - Christmas vacation Wednesday, December 20, 2023 Audio described: Frosty the Snowman and Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer Friday, December 22, 2023 Trivia Night NFB of SC Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8032543777?pwd=QTVQd2RzN3l6QnNmZ0FmSnp6NG8vQT09 Meeting ID: 803 254 3777 Passcode: 124578 One tap mobile +19292056099,,8032543777# US (New York) +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) It's a Wonderful Life On Christmas Eve 1945, in Bedford Falls, New York, George Bailey contemplates suicide. The prayers of his family and friends reach Heaven, where guardian angel second class Clarence Odbody is assigned to save George in order to earn his wings. Clarence is shown flashbacks of George's life. He watches 12-year-old George rescue his younger brother Harry from drowning, leaving George deaf in his left ear. George later prevents the pharmacist, Mr. Gower, from accidentally poisoning a customer's prescription. In 1928, George plans a world tour before college. He is reintroduced to Mary Hatch, who has been enamored with him since childhood. When his father dies suddenly, George postpones his travel to settle the family business, Bailey Brothers Building and Loan. Avaricious board member Henry Potter, who controls most of the town, seeks to dissolve it, but the board votes to keep the Building and Loan open if George runs it. George acquiesces and works alongside his uncle Billy, giving his tuition savings to Harry with the understanding that Harry will run the business when he graduates. Harry returns from college married and with a job offer from his father-in-law, and George resigns himself to running the Building and Loan. George and Mary rekindle their relationship and wed. They witness a run on the bank and use their honeymoon savings to keep the Building and Loan solvent. Under George, the company establishes Bailey Park, a housing development surpassing Potter's overpriced slums. Potter entices George with a $20,000/year job, but realizing that Potter's true intention is to close the Building and Loan, George rebuffs him. On Christmas Eve 1945, the town prepares a hero's welcome for Harry, who, as a U.S. Navy fighter pilot, was awarded the Medal of Honor for preventing a kamikaze attack on a troop transport. Billy goes to Potter's bank to deposit $8,000 of the Building and Loan's money. He taunts Potter with a newspaper headline about Harry, then absentmindedly wraps the cash in Potter's newspaper. Potter finds and keeps the money, while Billy cannot recall how he misplaced it. With a bank examiner reviewing the company's records, George realizes scandal and criminal charges will follow. Fruitlessly retracing Billy's steps, George berates him and takes out his frustration on Mary and their children. George appeals to Potter for a loan, offering his life insurance policy as collateral. Potter scoffs that George is worth more dead than alive, refuses to help, and phones the police. George flees Potter's office, gets drunk at a bar, and prays for help. Contemplating suicide, he goes to a nearby bridge. However, before George can jump, Clarence dives into the freezing river, and George rescues him. When George wishes he had never been born, Clarence shows George a timeline in which he never existed. Bedford Falls is now Pottersville, an unsavory town occupied by sleazy entertainment venues, crime, and callous people. Mr. Gower was imprisoned for manslaughter because George was not there to stop him from poisoning the customer. George's mother does not know him. Uncle Billy was institutionalized after the Building and Loan failed. Bailey Park is a cemetery, where George discovers Harry's grave. Without George, Harry drowned as a child, and without Harry to save them, the troops aboard the transport ship were killed. George finds Mary, now a spinster, and when he grabs her and claims to be her husband, she screams and runs. George flees back to the bridge and begs Clarence for his life back. The original reality is restored, and a grateful George rushes home to await his arrest. Meanwhile, Mary and Billy have rallied the townspeople, who come into the Bailey home and donate more than enough to cover the missing money. Harry arrives and toasts George as "the richest man in town". Among the donations George finds a copy of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, a gift from Clarence and inscribed, "Remember, no man is a failure who has friends. Thanks for the wings!" When a bell on the Christmas tree rings, George's youngest daughter, Zuzu, explains that "every time a bell rings, an angel gets his wings." George looks upward smiling and says, "Atta boy, Clarence!" Cast James Stewart as George Bailey Donna Reed as Mary Hatch Bailey Lionel Barrymore as Henry Potter Thomas Mitchell as Uncle Billy Henry Travers as Clarence Odbody Beulah Bondi as Mrs. Bailey Frank Faylen as Ernie Bishop Ward Bond as Bert Gloria Grahame as Violet Bick H. B. Warner as Mr. Gower Frank Albertson as Sam Wainwright Todd Karns as Harry Bailey Samuel S. Hinds as Pa Bailey Mary Treen as Cousin Tilly Virginia Patton as Ruth Dakin Charles Williams as Cousin Eustace Sara Edwards as Mrs. Hatch Bill Edmunds as Mr. Giuseppe Martini Lillian Randolph as Annie Argentina Brunetti as Mrs. Martini Bobbie Anderson as Little George Ronnie Ralph as Little Sam Jean Gale as Little Mary Jeanine Ann Roose as Little Violet Danny Mummert as Little Marty Hatch Georgie Nokes as Little Harry Bailey Sheldon Leonard as Nick Frank Hagney as Potter's Bodyguard Ray Walker as Joe (Luggage Shop) Charlie Lane as Real Estate Salesman Edward Kean as Tom (Bldg. & Loan) The Bailey Children Carol Coomes as Janie Karolyn Grimes as Zuzu Larry Simms as Pete Jimmy Hawkins as Tommy How the Grinch Stole Christmas As the inhabitants of Whoville prepare for Christmas, the Grinch, a hostile green creature who lives in a cave on Mount Crumpit, despises the holiday and attempts to sabotage their plans. Six-year-old Cindy Lou Who believes that everyone focuses too much on gifts and not enough on personal relationships. Cindy encounters the Grinch at the post office and falls into the giant mail-sorting machine, but the Grinch grudgingly saves her. Cindy learns from the townsfolk that the Grinch arrived in Whoville as a baby and was adopted by two elderly women. In school, the Grinch was infatuated with Martha May Whovier, a girl in his class, but ridiculed by jealous classmate Augustus MayWho. That Christmas, the Grinch made an angel as a gift for Martha, then attempted to shave his face, accidentally cutting himself several times. When MayWho, the teacher, and the rest of the class saw the result, all but Martha laughed at him. This caused the Grinch to lose his temper, declare his hatred for Christmas, and flee to Mount Crumpit, where he has lived a solitary, scheming life ever since. Cindy nominates the Grinch as the town's Holiday Cheermeister, outraging MayWho, who is now the mayor. She climbs Mount Crumpit to invite the Grinch to the celebration, and he eventually accepts, realizing he could potentially encounter Martha (now the Lou Whos' neighbor) and upset MayWho. As Cheermeister, he participates in various events and begins enjoying himself, until MayWho gives him an electric razor as a gift, reminding him of his childhood humiliation. MayWho then offers Martha a new car while publicly proposing to her. Enraged, the Grinch snaps and berates the Whos for their avaricious "love" of Christmas. He shaves MayWho's head, burns down the town's Christmas tree with a makeshift flamethrower, and goes on a rampage before returning home. Learning that the Whos have a spare Christmas tree, and disgusted with the continuing festivities, the Grinch vows to crush the town's spirit by stealing all of their presents, decorations and food while they sleep. He disguises himself as Santa Claus and his pet dog Max as a reindeer, and descends into Whoville on a hi-tech sleigh. The first house he enters is Cindy's, and when she catches him stealing their tree, he lies to her to facilitate his escape. He singlehandedly strips the entire town of Christmas cheer, stuffing everything into a giant sack, then climbs back to the summit of Mount Crumpit to hurl the sack off of the mountain. Awakening on Christmas morning, the people are horrified to discover the theft, and MayWho blames Cindy for enabling the Grinch to ruin the town's spirit. However, her cheerful father, postmaster Lou Lou Who, defends her, declaring that she has tried to tell them that Christmas is not about decorations and gifts, but about spending time with family and friends. The townsfolk agree, join hands, and begin Christmas carolling. Just as he is about to push the sack off the top of Mount Crumpit, the Grinch hears the people singing; realising he has failed to prevent the festivities, he understands the true meaning of Christmas. As he breaks down in tears, the sleigh full of gifts, Christmas trees and decorations begins to slide over the edge of the cliff, along with Cindy, who had come to visit the Grinch and climbed aboard. The Grinch saves Cindy and the sleigh, and they ride down the mountain to return everything. He apologizes for his scheme and surrenders to the police, who spare him and ignore MayWho's demand to arrest and pepper spray him. Realising MayWho's cruelty, Martha returns his engagement ring and declares her love for the Grinch. Later, the reformed Grinch invites the townsfolk over for the Christmas feast, where he personally carves the Roast Beast himself in his cave. Cast Jim Carrey as the Grinch, a bad-tempered, devious and misanthropic green-furred creature who despises Christmas and the Whos of Whoville. Before Carrey was cast as the Grinch, Jack Nicholson and Eddie Murphy[5] were both considered. Josh Ryan Evans as the eight-year-old Grinch (his final film role before his death in 2002[6]). Taylor Momsen as Cindy Lou Who (in the film, she is six years old, while in the 1957 book and the 1966 TV special she is "no more than two") Jeffrey Tambor as Mayor Augustus MayWho, Whoville's arrogant and judgmental mayor Ben Bookbinder as eight-year-old Augustus, who bullies Grinch as an attempt to get Martha to notice him instead. Christine Baranski as Martha May Whovier, who is mutually in love with the Grinch. Mayor Augustus Maywho also has feelings for her, but Martha does not like him because of his arrogance. Landry Allbright as 8-year-old Martha, who shows affection for the Grinch and dislikes when kids at school pick on him. Bill Irwin as Louie Lou Who, Cindy's father Molly Shannon as Betty Lou Who, Cindy's mother Anthony Hopkins as the narrator Kelley as Max, the Grinch's pet dog and sole companion Frank Welker performs the vocal effects for Max. Welker had previously provided the vocal effects for Max in The Grinch Grinches the Cat in the Hat. Clint Howard as Whobris, the mayor's sycophantic aide and servant Reid Kirchenbauer as eight-year-old Whobris Mindy Sterling as Clarnella Who, one of the Grinch's adoptive mothers Rachel Winfree as Rose Who, the Grinch's other adoptive mother Jeremy Howard as Drew Lou Who, one of the mischievous sons of Louie and Betty and brother of Cindy T. J. Thyne as Stu Lou Who, the other mischievous son and brother of Cindy Jim Meskimen as Officer Wholihan, the chief of police Mary Stein as Miss Rue Who, the Grinch's school teacher who later becomes Cindy's teacher Deep Roy as Post Office Clerk Rance Howard as Elderly Timekeeper Verne Troyer as Band Member Bryce Dallas Howard as Surprised Who National lampoons - Christmas vacation Chicago-area resident Clark Griswold intends to have a great Christmas with his entire family. He drives his wife Ellen and children Audrey and Rusty out to the country to find a tree, ultimately choosing the largest one they can find. Realizing too late that they did not bring any tools to cut down the tree, they are forced to uproot it instead. Clark's holiday plans inadvertently cause steadily escalating chaos for the family's yuppie neighbors, Todd and Margo Chester. When both Clark's and Ellen's parents arrive for Christmas, their bickering quickly begins to annoy the family. However, Clark maintains a positive attitude and remains undeterred in his plans. He covers the house's entire exterior with thousands of lights, which temporarily cause a citywide power shortage once he gets them to work properly. Ellen's cousin Catherine and her redneck husband Eddie arrive unannounced with two of their younger children, Rocky and Ruby Sue, and their pet Rottweiler, Snots. Eddie later admits they are living in the RV in which they arrived, as he went broke and had to sell their home and land. Clark offers to buy gifts for Eddie's kids so they can still enjoy Christmas. Soon afterward, Clark's senile Aunt Bethany and cantankerous Uncle Lewis arrive. Clark begins to wonder why his boss, Frank Shirley, has not given him his yearly bonus, which he desperately needs to pay for a new swimming pool. After a disastrous Christmas Eve dinner, during which Aunt Bethany's cat is electrocuted and Uncle Lewis accidentally burns down the Christmas tree while lighting his cigar, a courier delivers an envelope. Instead of the bonus Clark expects, it is a membership in a jelly club. He snaps and angrily wishes for Frank to be delivered to the house so he can insult him to his face. Taking Clark's request literally, Eddie kidnaps Frank, who admits to canceling the Christmas bonuses but then reinstates them in the face of Clark's chastisement. Meanwhile, Frank's wife Helen calls the police, and a SWAT team storms the Griswold house and holds everyone at gunpoint. Frank decides not to press charges and explains the situation to his wife and the SWAT leader, both of whom scold him for canceling the bonuses until he reveals his change of heart. The family goes outside when Rocky and Ruby Sue believe they see Santa Claus in the distance. Clark tells them it is actually the Christmas Star and that he finally realizes what the holiday means to him. Uncle Lewis says that the light is coming from a sewage treatment plant, reminding Clark that Eddie had been dumping his RV sewage into the nearby storm drain. Before Clark can stop him, Uncle Lewis lights another cigar and tosses the match into the drain, causing a giant gas explosion which sets a Santa's sleigh decoration afire and launches it into the sky. Aunt Bethany starts singing "The Star-Spangled Banner" and everyone joins in as the flaming decoration flies into the distance. The entire family, along with the Shirleys and the SWAT team, go inside to celebrate while Clark and Ellen share a Christmas kiss. Clark is satisfied that he has provided a great Christmas for his family. Cast Chevy Chase as Clark W. "Sparky" Griswold Jr. Beverly D'Angelo as Ellen Griswold Juliette Lewis as Audrey Griswold. Audrey was previously portrayed by Dana Barron and Dana Hill in the last two films and later by Marisol Nichols in Vegas Vacation Johnny Galecki as Russell "Rusty" Griswold. Russ was portrayed by Anthony Michael Hall and Jason Lively in the previous two films and later by Ethan Embry in Vegas Vacation. Notably, this is the only film in which Rusty and Audrey are not the same age, hence Lewis being taller than Galecki. John Randolph as Clark Griswold Sr., Clark's father Diane Ladd as Nora Griswold, Clark's mother E. G. Marshall as Arthur "Art" Smith, Ellen's father Doris Roberts as Frances Smith, Ellen's mother Miriam Flynn as Catherine Johnson, Ellen's cousin Randy Quaid as Eddie Johnson, Catherine's husband Cody Burger as Rocky Johnson Ellen Hamilton Latzen as Ruby Sue Johnson William Hickey as Uncle Lewis Mae Questel as Aunt Bethany (Questel's final film role before her death in 1998) Sam McMurray as Bill, Clark's co-worker Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Margo Chester, the Griswolds' yuppie neighbor Nicholas Guest as Todd Chester, Margo's husband Brian Doyle-Murray as Frank Shirley, Clark's boss Natalia Nogulich as Helen Shirley, Frank's wife Nicolette Scorsese as Mary, a lingerie counter clerk Alexander Folk as Lead SWAT Officer Jeremy Roberts as cop Woody Weaver as cop Doug Llewelyn as the voice of the Parade Announcer Keith MacKechnie as delivery boy Steve Cook You are invited to join us on the 1st and 2nd Friday of each month at 8:00 PM Eastern for audio described movies using the below Zoom platform! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8032543777?pwd=QTVQd2RzN3l6QnNmZ0FmSnp6NG8vQT09 Meeting ID: 803 254 3777 Passcode: 124578