[NFBMI-Talk] Michigan Mosaic

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The Michigan Mosaic: Convention 2026 Time Capsule - A MIABS and At Large Collaboration

Preserve the Voices. Cherish the Moments. Own the Memories.

Every state convention leaves an unmistakable mark on our Federation family. It lives in the electric energy of the banquet hall, the passionate floor debates, the heartfelt hallway reunions, and the laughter shared late into the night. But as the years move forward, memory can fade—unless we preserve it.

The Michigan Mosaic is our living audio and visual time capsule of the 2026 NFB of Michigan State Convention. For our community, audio is our native format—the cadence of a mentor’s advice, a student’s first convention reflection, or a lifelong friend's cheer carries a depth that ordinary scrapbooks simply cannot match.

Don't let these irreplaceable memories slip away. Sit back, be part of the story, and let us do all the editing, sound engineering, and visual assembly for you. Ten, twenty, or thirty years from now, press play and remember exactly who we were, what we built, and where our movement is headed next.

Add Your Voice to the Mosaic (Submissions)

Step up to the mic and cement your voice into Federation history!

Shout-Out / Memory Note (Up to 45 Seconds): $3.00 each (or 2 for $5.00)

Send a quick personal dedication, share an inside joke, or honor a mentor.

Standard Audio Reflection (Up to 90 Seconds): $5.00

Share a meaningful story, personal milestone, or reflection on your convention experience.

Extended Feature Recording (Up to 3 Minutes): $10.00

Perfect for duos, extended storytelling, or heartfelt musical tributes.

Chapter, Division & Group Feature (Up to 4 Minutes): $15.00

Showcase your local chapter pride, introduce your board, or celebrate your division’s collective impact.

Custom & Original Soundtrack Options

Every track in the finished production will feature 100% original, copyright-cleared music  produced by Treasurer Danielle Agajan.

Direct the Vision ($3.00): Give Danielle your preferred genre, tempo, or mood, and have custom original background music composed to fit your message.

Feature Your Own Original Music ($5.00): Submit your own self-composed or performed track to back your spoken recording or be highlighted in the showcase.

Order the Completed Keepsake

Select the format that fits your style. For those who want visual moments alongside sound, our video montage layers convention photos right over top of the audio track.

Audio-Only Keepsake: $10.00

A fully mixed,  accessible digital audio album.

Visual Collage with Audio: $20.00

The full audio experience paired with a rolling photographic montage capturing candid faces, meetings, and hall moments from Grand Rapids.

All-Access Bundle (Both Formats): $25.00

Receive both the dedicated audio album and the full video montage download.

Contributor Bundles (Record & Own)

Lock in your recording and secure your copy of the finished project in one easy step:

90-Second Recording + Pre-Paid Audio Keepsake: $12.00 (Save $3)

90-Second Recording + Pre-Paid Video Collage: $22.00 (Save $3)

90-Second Recording + Pre-Paid All-Access Bundle: $27.00 (Save $3)

Early Bird Discount: Secure Your Spot Today!

Save money and guarantee your recording slot before the rush of convention weekend begins! Pre-register your submission or pre-order your keepsake package prior to November 5, 2026 to claim an exclusive early-bird discount.

Contact Danielle Agajan:

Email:  <mailto:miabs.treasurer at gmail.com> miabs.treasurer at gmail.com

Phone / Text: (269) 454-9095

Proceeds directly support student and At Large programming, convention initiatives, and future member assistance for events like Washington Seminar.  Build the mosaic with us!

      

Sincerely,

Jeffery Crouch

President: Michigan Association of Blind Students