[NFBMI-Talk] FW: [NABS-L] Register for the Midwest Student Seminar by February 28!

Sun Feb 9 22:23:01 UTC 2025

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Subject: [NABS-L] Register for the Midwest Student Seminar by February 28!

Hey Students!

I hope everyone is doing well, and well rested after a productive and exciting Washington Seminar! This is just a reminder to register for the
2025 National Federation of the Blind Midwest Student Seminar, hosted by the National Association of Blind Students. The registration deadline has been extended, and registration now closes in just a few weeks on February 28! Join us in the beautiful windy city of Chicago Illinois from March 7 – March 9!

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

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

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

Holiday Inn Chicago O’Hare Area

5615 N. Cumberland Ave. Chicago, IL 60631

You can register at the following link:
https://nabslink.org/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&id=5. Registration closes on February 28, 2025, so don’t delay!

Rooms can be booked at the following website using the code “NFB”.
www.hiohare.com. Alternatively, you can call (800-465-4329) or
(773-693-5800) to reserve a room by phone using the group name “National Federation of the Blind Student”. Room rates for a room with two queen beds are $119.00 per night, and rooms must be booked by February 28, 2025.

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

We are also committed to keeping all members safe. As such, we follow The Code of Conduct, which you can find here:
https://nfb.org/about-us/history-and-governance/code-conduct, as well as the Youth Program protection Policy, which can be found here:
https://nfb.org/about-us/history-and-governance/code-conduct/youth-program-participant-protection-policy,
which is upheld  by the National Federation of the Blind.

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

Please note that both the $100 registration fee and a completed registration form must be submitted by February 28, 2025, to secure your spot for this transformative weekend.

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

We look forward to seeing all of you in Chicago!

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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.
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