[Oabs] membership

Fri May 15 21:02:26 UTC 2015

I just don't know what to do
I didn't realize what a comitment this would be but now that i know that i will try to make it to more meetings but i cant make any garintees that i can be at every single meeting

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> On May 15, 2015, at 4:47 PM, Kaiti Shelton via Oabs <oabs at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi all,
> 
> Darian makes some great points, and I think especially as someone
> outside the affiliate that that point of view is valuable.  Those of
> us who have been in the division for more than a year and actively
> participating wouldn't still be doing it if we didn't find the
> division's efforts and the camaraderie worthwhile, and I can probably
> speak for the rest of the board when I say that this is so even if any
> of us has a long or trying day before a meeting.  I know Thursdays
> were my worst day this semester, but it felt good to get out of class
> and do OABS stuff.  This is especially so now that we're succeeding in
> a major fundraiser and have come a long way.
> 
> The catch 22 here, if timing is the issue, is that every few months
> the board asks the membership what their scheduling preferences are in
> our surveys.  We do this at least at the beginning of the Spring
> semester, after the semester ends for the summer months, and before
> the fall semester begins to make sure everyone can attend.  This past
> semester showed no significant variation in the desired start day and
> time for our general meetings or those of the committees and everyone
> indicated on the summer surveys that they wanted to keep the meetings
> on Thursdays at 7:30.  I think that Emily and Aleeha have both been
> considerate of timing and dates that members are available according
> to the survey results that I have shared with them.  No committee or
> regular meetings are decided without looking at the surveys for
> timing.  Some people even shared when they would be available for
> meetings but have never called in or only showed up at the beginning
> to committee meetings.  It often takes more than one call to share
> your ideas and contribute to the work of a group, so I'm wondering if
> the availability isn't an issue why this is happening.  If
> availability really is an issue how can we fix it when people have
> indicated in the surveys that it shouldn't be?  Why are people showing
> up in the beginning but never calling back after the first or second
> call when they seem so eager to get involved?  To borrow Eric's
> phraseology from discussions on Ohio-talk this week, how can we get it
> done?
> 
>> On 5/15/15, Darian Smith via Oabs <oabs at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> haha sorry guys wrong message.
>> But since I kind of did that, I might as well say something, right?
>>  I find that the beauty of the student division is that in basic, everyone
>> is dealing with the same types of issues   of academic  responsibilities,
>> extra-curricular  pursuits,  familial obligations and the like on top of our
>> work in the Federation.
>> This makes it easier to understand where each other is coming from and
>> helps us be more supportive of the issues we are facing in our academic
>> careers and helps us grow together as members of our Federation family.
>>  I know that sometimes showing up to  a call might  feel like the last
>> thing that I want to do, but being around my Federation family helps to make
>> me feel better on those days.
>> Talking about ways to  get more people excited about the movement that I’m
>> very  excited about can be very..wait for it… exciting, and  knowing that
>> I’m not planning something on that call by  myself reminds me that I’m not
>> going through these things that I do as a blind student alone.
>> I wish you all the best in the  end of semester rush and commend Kaiti and
>> the rest of you for the great stuff you guys are doing.
>>   Best,
>>  Darian
>> 
>>> On May 15, 2015, at 1:08 PM, Brennen Kinch via Oabs <oabs at nfbnet.org>
>>> wrote:
>>> 
>>> I think its just the timing more than anything else
>>> With me if i am tired from a long day of school it makes it hard to come
>>> to a meeting
>>> But just the same i will try and come to more meetings
>>> 
>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>> 
>>>> On May 15, 2015, at 12:52 PM, Kaiti Shelton via Oabs <oabs at nfbnet.org
>>>> <mailto:oabs at nfbnet.org>> wrote:
>>>> 
>>>> What I would like to know from the membership is why these committee
>>>> meetings for both fundraising and membership have been unsuccessful.
>>>> We've struggled with this problem almost ever since we started having
>>>> committees about a year and a half ago, and to a lesser extent but still
>>>> concerning is the fact that it also has effected general meetings.
>>>> 
>>>> In order to fix the problem Aleeha, Emily, and I need to understand it
>>>> first. I have asked for feedback on this same topic before and have never
>>>> received a response but communication is the way in which we can improve.
>>>> Even if you've never attended a committee meeting please tell me why so I
>>>> can address the issue. Is it the timing? The fact that it's another
>>>> meeting? What can I do as president and what can Aleeha and Emily do as
>>>> chairs to make it better?
>>>> 
>>>> I know we're all busy students but ultimately OABS only takes very little
>>>> time each month and the work we do will improve educational opportunities
>>>> for other students. In order to accomplish our goals we need to have
>>>> working committees. Any feedback would be appreciated.
>>>> 
>>>> Sent from my iPhone
>>>> 
>>>>> On May 15, 2015, at 12:16 PM, Aleeha Dudley via Oabs <oabs at nfbnet.org>
>>>>> wrote:
>>>>> 
>>>>> Hi all,
>>>>> I do apologize about last night: my friend was in the hospital and
>>>>> things were slightly hectic. However, i need all of you to let me know
>>>>> what you think we should be doing. I’m sick of having unproductive
>>>>> conference calls. This committee is at a standstill and it’s time to
>>>>> kick it into overdrive. Please send me any suggestions.
>>>>> Aleeha Dudley and Seeing Eye Dog Dallas
>>>>> Vice President, Ohio Association of Guide Dog Users
>>>>> Vice President, Ohio Association of Blind Students
>>>>> Both proud divisions of the National Federation of the Blind of Ohio
>>>>> Email: blindcowgirl1993 at gmail.com <mailto:blindcowgirl1993 at gmail.com>
>>>>> Phone: 937-733-0525
>>>>> 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 live the life you want;
>>>>> blindness is not what holds you back.
>>>>> “The wind of heaven is that which blows between a horse’s ears.” -
>>>>> Arabian proverb
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> Music Therapy, Psychology, Philosophy
> President, Ohio Association of Blind Students
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