Entering high school can definitely be very nerve-wracking for anyone, including those of us who are blind or low vision. There are a lot of challenges you will face and moments that might be scary. But, trust meâyou can improve your high school years. You can join programs and clubs that will make your high … Continued
Dog guides are exciting orientation and mobility (O&M) aids with some extra personality and love. Using a dog guide can give a person who is blind or low vision a level of independence they might not have experienced before, not to mention the dog can become a best friend. Getting a dog guide in college … Continued
For people who are blind or low vision, opportunity is always knocking at Beyond Vision. The nonprofit organization creates employment and advancement opportunities for people who are blind or low vision through jobs and training. Some employees work for Beyond Vision or work in jobs the organization creates through its customers, while others build the … Continued
“Advocate!” “Speak up!” “Fight for your education!” Those were the words that flooded my mind as my first semester of college approached. In the years leading up to my high school graduation, my family members, teacher of students with visual impairments (TVI), orientation and mobility instructors, and mentors stressed the importance of advocacy to me … Continued
âŻEditorâs note: Jacob Ray, a college student who is low vision, reflects on how to self-advocate and take ownership of oneâs life. If I could give advice to my younger self or anyone who is embarking on college or a career, the best advice I would give is to be your own advocate. This does … Continued
Itâs here again âsummer! Many students are excitedly anticipating and planning for the possibilities that the next couple of months may hold. Freedom from the normal routine and deadlines. A break from learning and reviewâŚright? If youâre a recent high school graduate, you may want to consider working in a little (or a lot) of … Continued
Joseph Burton knows what a significant difference it can make in someoneâs life when they have the support and encouragement they need. Thatâs because he spent the first 15 years of his life struggling to find the kind of love and guidance so many young people have. And itâs his own experience that ultimately motivated … Continued
Letâs face itânavigating college (from the application process to graduation of undergraduate or graduate studies) is intimidating and unnerving; doing so as an individual who is blind or low vision can be even more challenging due to additional considerations, preparations, measures, and uncertainties. But take heart! Envisionâs College Success Program is here to support those … Continued
Are you a transition-age student or young adult whoâs blind or low vision and wants to pursue college or career transition services or programs? Believe it or not, summer is around the corner, ready for a sneak attack; now is the perfect time to investigate summer pre-employment transition services (Pre-ETS) and programs. You can search … Continued
Want to earn cash this summer, prepare for adulthood, and be part of a team? Yes, you say? Then itâs time to look for summer work. To start, consider the needs in your neck of the woods. Orlando was my home during my high school years; as you can imagine, theme parks and restaurants required … Continued