Disability Awareness Month upcoming events
Assistive Technology Demonstration Booth
When & Where: Tuesday, Oct. 10, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in Atrium I
Come learn about the different types of technologies available to assist people with disabilities.
Reading Tools for the Common Man
When & Where: Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2 – 3 p.m. in SSCB 3308
Studies have shown that many tools used to accommodate students with disabilities in the classroom and when doing schoolwork can also be beneficial to those without a disability. Removing distractions, increasing reading speed, using text-to-speech, and other methods may help students who are not quite qualified to receive accommodations. These methods may also help you get through the mountain of reading materials you encounter every day, from web pages to PDF documents to emails to white papers. This session will cover a variety of free or low-cost solutions that anyone can use.
The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly
When & Where: Wednesday, Oct. 18, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. in B3606
The Good, The Bad and The Ugly will help you understand the importance of creating accessible PDF documents by demonstrating examples of non-accessible, partially accessible and fully accessible PDF documents. Some examples of features we will examine include headings, tables, and alternative text. Participants will gain hands-on experience creating accessible documents.
Title I of the ADAAA
When & Where: Thursday, Oct. 19, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. in TBD
Disability Services and Human Resources are co-presenting this workshop which addresses the laws that apply to employees with disabilities, the process to request accommodations, and the responsibilities of both the employee and supervisor. This presentation is open to the entire UHCL community.
The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly (The Sequel)
When & Where: Monday, Oct. 23, 2 – 3 p.m. in B3606
This presentation, which is a continuation of the Good, The Bad and The Ugly, will explore the creation and use of form fields within PDF documents. Participants will gain hands-on experience creating accessible documents.
The Intersection of ASD and Mental Health: Developing Campus Partnerships
When & Where: Thursday, Oct. 26, 2 – 3:30 p.m. in SSCB 3307
For students with Autism Spectrum Disorders the college experience often comes with sensory overload, emotional outbursts, and other challenges that blur the line between mental health and ASD-related issues. Whether due to limited resources, untapped partnerships, or a lack of understanding regarding the intersection between ASD and mental health, our campuses are often unsure of how to implement effective support systems for these students. However, without those cohesive systems, students can be left feeling unsupported and misunderstood, struggling to navigate the college experience. Therefore, we must take a proactive approach. By cultivating partnerships, campuses decrease strain on resources and take advantage of approaches that provide students with comprehensive and well-coordinated support that meets their needs. In this webinar, national experts will discuss ways to support your office and institution in developing an effective approach; participant questions will be solicited before the webinar and addressed directly.
Transitioning From College to Work
When & Where: Thursday, Oct. 26, 5 – 6:30 p.m. in SSCB 3306
Disability Services and Career Services are co-presenting this workshop which provides students with disabilities with the knowledge necessary to successfully transition from college to the work environment.
Allies for Access
When & Where: Monday, Oct. 30, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Forest Room
Allies for Access is a free training offered to anyone interested in increasing their knowledge about disability, as well as experiences of individuals who have a disability. The seminar is both didactic and experiential.
NOTE: Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to participate in this program should contact Disability Services at 281-283-2648 or disability@uhcl.edu prior to the event to arrange for the accommodation.
