[VABS] My takeaways from the Baltimore seminar

[Robert Parsons]

Efose

Thank you so much for your anecdote. I think that everyone that attended can
agree that it was a pleasure getting to know you and look forward to your
participation in the affiliate and our division. 

Best

Robert E. Parsons Jr.
President, Richmond Chapter
President, Virginia Association of Blind Students
National Federation of the Blind of Virginia
Randolph Macon College '18 
Phone: 804 200 3275
"Without struggle, there is no progress." -Frederick Douglass

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Good morning everyone,

I had a highly engaging and informative experience at the Baltimore students
seminar. I particularly enjoyed the grilling and dance events on Saturday.
In addition, I took 3 key things away from the seminar.
Firstly, you should make sure people can look past any disabilities, unusual
appearances, etc that you may have and see you for what's on the inside
(i.e. your personality) before you create any long-term relationships.
Secondly, regardless of your physicsl status or any other factors, you
should clearly present your skills to any prospective employers by putting
them towards the top of your resume.
Thirdly, from hearing about the various struggles fully blind people have to
go through on a day-to-day basis, I value the limited sight I have even more
than before I attended the seminar.

Greetings,

Efose


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