[NFBC-Info] CABS Newsletter: 11/09/2020-11/16/2020

[Bob Cole]

Hi!

I’ve used WhatsApp over the years, but have only recently heard of Discord. I’m fine,either way. I’m not particularly sure what one platform offers over the other, but I know it would be beneficial, overall, to use the platform which offers the most futures for streamlined meetings and communication.

Hope you’re doing well!

> On Nov 16, 2020, at 1:49 PM, Cricket X. Bidleman via NFBC-Info <nfbc-info at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hey folks,
> 
>    We hope your quarter/semester is winding down as peacefully as
> possible. Take some time to relax, even in the midst of finals and
> final projects. Here are a few CABS updates:
> 
> We are trying to figure out which platform to use: WhatsApp or
> Discord. Both have voice features, and we could potentially transfer
> everything, including committee calls, to Discord if we end up using
> it. The accessibility issue with account creation has been fixed. So,
> which do you prefer? Email us by December 1st with any comments you
> might have.
> 
> There are two committee calls this week, both on Saturday. At 4:00 PM
> PT, we will have the outreach committee, led by Gene and Mary. Want to
> know what’s up with the website? Want to know how you can help with
> the Facebook group and other media? Join this meeting to find out.
> 
> Then at 5:00 PM PT, the fundraising will be meeting. Raising money
> during the pandemic is very difficult, but with your help we can
> definitely do it. Join Kyle and Nikki to brainstorm and get to work.
> The main principle of economics is that “there’s no such thing as free
> lunch”… But there may be scholarships to virtual events coming up.
> 
> The best part is that both events can be accessed via the same link,
> with the same login info. Here it is:
> 
> Hi there,
> The California Association of blind Students is inviting you to a
> scheduled Zoom meeting.
> Topic: CABS Committee Call
> Time: 4:00-5:00 PM PT (outreach); 5;00-6:00 PM PT (Fundraising)
> Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android:
> https://stanford.zoom.us/j/97703995906?pwd=dGhmSERLOUFWaXVXaFQ0QzFxdmFzZz09
>    Password: 314159
> Or iPhone one-tap (US Toll): +18333021536,,97703995906# or
> +16507249799,,97703995906#
> Or Telephone:
>    Dial: +1 650 724 9799 (US, Canada, Caribbean Toll) or +1 833 302
> 1536 (US, Canada, Caribbean Toll Free)
>   Meeting ID: 977 0399 5906
>    Password: 314159
>    International numbers available:
> https://stanford.zoom.us/u/aXUUiNWZT
>    Meeting ID: 977 0399 5906
>    Password: 314159
>    SIP:
> 97703995906 at zoomcrc.com
>    Password: 314159
> 
> Finally, we want to reiterate the importance of staying happy and
> healthy. It’s easy to get isolated during quarantine, but you always
> have friends for support and plenty of ways to connect virtually.
> Don’t let the pandemic isolate you. Thanks, and have a great week.
> 
> Best,
> Cricket X. Bidleman (on behalf of the CABS board)
> 
> 
> -- 
> Cricket X. Bidleman (she/her/hers)
> Stanford University | Class of 2021
> BA Candidate | Communications
> Accessibility Consultant | Stanford University Computer Science
> Director of Communications | Associated Students of Stanford University (ASSU)
> President | California Association of Blind Students (CABS)
> 
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