Editor’s note: George Stern, who is DeafBlind, beautifully describes what braille means to him, stating it means more to him than facts can convey, and it is more than a code. My Life in Six Dots: The Persistent Relevance of Braille What Facts Can’t Convey Fall On Your Knees; Thirst; Wild About Herbs; Trouble Times … Continued
There’s a saying that a job well done is its own reward. But when it comes to student employment, the rewards can be tangible – and valuable. Lindsay Kerr and Nina Marranca can vouch for that. The two low-vision college students have been working during their higher education. Even an internship can lead to a … Continued
by Lindsay Kerr When I interviewed for an internship at 19, I never would have believed where it would take me or the connections I would make. Looking back almost eight years, the only questions I remember my interviewer asking me were, what my career goals were, and what assistive technology skills I had. As a bonus I told him that I lived in … Continued
We’re looking for several professionals to serve on our CareerConnect Advisory Committee. We are inviting Rehabilitation Counselors, Teacher’s of the Visually Impaired, Transition Specialists and Employment Coordinator’s to apply to serve on our CareerConnect Advisory Committee. The goals of our CareerConnect Advisory Committee include: Collaborating on providing timely and relevant articles, blogs and resources for … Continued