DO-IT - Opportunities! News /doit/newsletters/opportunities-news en Opportunities! News for 糖心原创 Students with Disabilities /doit/opportunities-news-university-washington-students-disabilities <!-- THIS FILE IS NOT USED AND IS HERE AS A STARTING POINT FOR CUSTOMIZATION ONLY. See http://api.drupal.org/api/function/theme_field/7 for details. After copying this file to your theme's folder and customizing it, remove this HTML comment. --> <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><div class="dnd-atom-wrapper type-image context-sdl_editor_representation atom-align-right" contenteditable="false"> <div class="dnd-drop-wrapper"><!-- scald=6126:sdl_editor_representation {"link":"","linkTarget":""} --><div class="image"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="/doit/sites/default/files/uploads/images/Opps_3.jpg" width="400" height="267" alt="A student laughs with other students in the makerspace." title="A student laughs with other students in the makerspace." /></div><!-- END scald=6126 --></div> </div> <p><strong>Are You a Student with a Disability Attending the 糖心原创?</strong></p> <p>This page promotes resources for students with disabilities on 糖心原创 campuses.</p> <p>This includes聽the Career &amp;聽Internship Center, STEM- and student-focused groups, accessible technology, campus centers, scholarship opportunities, and other resources.</p> <p>We sincerely wish you a successful and enjoyable college experience.</p> <p><em>Note:聽Some resources may not be available during the pandemic depending on the status of programs, departments, or the 糖心原创. All group photos used in this publication were pre-pandemic.</em></p> <hr /><div class="dnd-atom-wrapper type-image context-sdl_editor_representation atom-align-right" contenteditable="false"> <div class="dnd-drop-wrapper"><!-- scald=6124:sdl_editor_representation {"link":"","linkTarget":""} --><div class="image"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="/doit/sites/default/files/uploads/images/Opps_1.jpg" width="400" height="332" alt="A student in a wheelchair codes on a computer." title="A student in a wheelchair codes on a computer." /></div><!-- END scald=6124 --></div> </div> <h2>Join Projects for Students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Fields</h2> <p>Funded by the National Science Foundation, the <em>TAPDINTO-STEM聽</em>and <em>AccessComputing </em>projects are recruiting students in STEM fields such as biology, chemistry, physics, math, computing, engineering, aerospace, astronomy, geology, anthropology, horticulture, conservation, forensics, and聽other disciplines. <em>TAPDINTO-</em><em>STEM</em><em>聽</em>and <em>AccessComputing </em>team members join an online community to receive a variety of resources and opportunities:</p> <ul><li>Internships: Receive assistance finding and applying for great internships.</li> <li>Career Building: Learn about careers, resumes, job fairs, and networking.</li> <li>Mentoring: Get support from other students, faculty, staff, and professionals.</li> </ul><p>Students accepted into<em> TAPDINTO-STEM</em> mentoring receive $1,000 per year (space is limited).</p> <p>For more information about <em>TAPDINTO-</em><em>STEM</em>and <em>AccessComputing</em>, contact Scott Bellman at聽<a href="mailto:swb3@uw.edu">swb3@uw.edu</a>.</p> <p><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScC_517QU7bI3gQ6I4_5IB4rsQHjOh7o1npHIgciyDo1vi11A/viewform?usp=sf_link">Fill out the <em>TAPDINTO-STEM</em> student application here.</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.uw.edu/accesscomputing/get-involved/students/join-accesscomputing-team">Find the <em>AccessComputing</em> student application here.</a></p> <hr /><div class="dnd-atom-wrapper type-image context-sdl_editor_representation atom-align-right" contenteditable="false"> <div class="dnd-drop-wrapper"><!-- scald=6125:sdl_editor_representation {"link":"","linkTarget":""} --><div class="image"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="/doit/sites/default/files/uploads/images/Opps_2.jpg" width="400" height="218" alt="Students meet with faculty with an ASL interpreter." title="Students meet with faculty with an ASL interpreter." /></div><!-- END scald=6125 --></div> </div> <h2>UW Career Resources</h2> <h3>The UW Career &amp; Internship Center</h3> <p><a href="http://www.careers.uw.edu/">The Career &amp; Internship Centers</a> on each UW campus help students learn about majors, careers, and the labor market. Career counselors are available to help with resume development and improving interview skills.</p> <p>UW Career &amp; Internship Centers utilize the web-based system Handshake to manage job and internship listings. Find out more about featured jobs and internships at careers.washington.edu/jobs.</p> <p>The Career &amp; Internship Center website has a resources section with information specific to people with disabilities. It can be accessed by visiting <a href="http://careers.uw.edu/resources/">their careers site </a>and utilizing the 鈥淪tudents With Disabilities鈥 filter.</p> <p>The UW Career &amp; Internship Center also offers Career Fairs throughout the spring in general, virtual, and major-specific formats. Visit their website to learn more.</p> <h3>Virtual Offerings</h3> <p>Check the UW Career &amp; Internship Center website to find a variety of resources, including the options below:</p> <ul><li><a href="http://careers.uw.edu/online-resume-review/">Online resume teview</a>鈥攇et resume feedback over email by filling out this form.</li> <li><a href="http://careers.uw.edu/schedule-an-appointment-with-a-career-coach/">Virtual appointments</a>鈥攃onnect with one of our coaches via Zoom or phone.</li> <li><a href="http://careers.uw.edu/events/student/">Webinars</a>鈥攆ind out more about all the聽webinars offered this spring.</li> <li><a href="https://careers.uw.edu/preparing-for-virtual-career-fairs/">Virtual career fairs</a>鈥攍earn how to get the most out of a virtual career fair and when they are being offered.</li> </ul><hr /><div class="dnd-atom-wrapper type-image context-sdl_editor_representation atom-align-right" contenteditable="false"> <div class="dnd-drop-wrapper"><!-- scald=6127:sdl_editor_representation {"link":"","linkTarget":""} --><div class="image"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="/doit/sites/default/files/uploads/images/Opps_4.jpg" width="400" height="248" alt="A student with a cochlear uses a computer." title="A student with a cochlear uses a computer." /></div><!-- END scald=6127 --></div> </div> <h2>Accessible Technology Resources on Campus</h2> <p>There are many services at the 糖心原创 to help students with disabilities obtain access to accessible technology.</p> <h3>The Access Technology Center</h3> <p>The Access Technology Center (ATC) on the Seattle campus provides resources to improve access to computing resources for 糖心原创 students, faculty, and staff. The computers, software, and special equipment in the center and at other locations on UW campuses provide</p> <ul><li>access for blind users via speech output or braille;</li> <li>screen magnification for people with low vision;</li> <li>alternatives to the standard keyboard and mouse;</li> <li>speech recognition software as a writing tool;</li> <li>tools to make reading and writing easier;</li> <li>accessories for comfortable computer use; and</li> <li>the capability to produce documents in alternative formats such as e-text, braille, and large print.</li> </ul><p>For information about assistive technology on your campus, ask your disability services representative. Visit the ATC at the UW Seattle campus in Mary Gates Hall, room 064, or <a href="http://www.uw.edu/itconnect/learn/accessible/atc/">consult their website</a>.</p> <p>Need an alternative, accessible document? Also check out <a href="http://depts.washington.edu/uwitats/conversion">Disability Resource Services鈥檚 document conversion tool</a>.</p> <h3>Center for Technology and Disability Studies</h3> <p>The Center for Technology and Disability Studies (CTDS) is an interdisciplinary program within the Center for Human Development and Disability and the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine in the School of Medicine. For a list of CTDS projects and activities, visit uwctds.washington.edu/.</p> <h3>Accessible Technology at the UW</h3> <p><a href="http://www.uw.edu/accessibility/">The Accessible Technology website</a> provides resources and tips related to IT accessibility, as well as opportunities for community involvement.</p> <hr /><div class="dnd-atom-wrapper type-image context-sdl_editor_representation atom-align-right" contenteditable="false"> <div class="dnd-drop-wrapper"><!-- scald=5313:sdl_editor_representation {"link":"","linkTarget":""} --><div class="image"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="/doit/sites/default/files/uploads/images/DOITNews-May2019-9f_0.JPG" width="400" height="267" alt="Scholars spend time preparing for college during Summer Study, including how to research for accommodation resources" title="DOITNews-May2019-9f.JPG" /></div><!-- END scald=5313 --></div> </div> <h2>Student Resource Centers</h2> <h3>D Center</h3> <p>The UW Disability and d/Deaf Culture Center fosters a climate of social justice and pride, centered on universal design, access, and diversity. It cultivates disability and d/Deaf pride by promoting social justice through an inclusive environment, sharing resources for self-advocacy, developing educational programming, engaging stakeholders with principles of universal design, and promoting a transforming socio-cultural understanding of disability. For more information, email <a href="mailto:dcenter@uw.edu">dcenter@uw.edu</a> or <a href="http://depts.washington.edu/dcenter">visit their website</a>.</p> <p>The D Center is currently virtual and offering online resources and events. <a href="http://bit.ly/DCenterNews">Sign up for their newsletter</a> or follow them on <a href="http://facebook.com/UW.D.Center">Facebook</a>.</p> <h3>UW Veterans Center</h3> <p>The UW Veterans Center is a place for veterans to connect with other veterans, gain access to university resources specifically designed for veterans, and find and build their community within the university. Find out more on <a href="/veterans/">their website</a>.</p> <h3>Q Center</h3> <p><a href="https://depts.washington.edu/qcenter/wordpress/">The Q Center</a> builds and facilitates queer academic and social communities through education, advocacy, and support services. Services and resources include a lending library, discussion forums, meet-ups, social space, brief crisis intervention, and referrals.</p> <hr /><div class="dnd-atom-wrapper type-image context-sdl_editor_representation atom-align-right" contenteditable="false"> <div class="dnd-drop-wrapper"><!-- scald=5310:sdl_editor_representation {"link":"","linkTarget":""} --><div class="image"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="/doit/sites/default/files/uploads/images/DOITNews-May2019-9c_0.jpg" width="400" height="267" alt="2015 Scholar Jonah (right) learned about what was important in a college from his time at Summer Study." title="DOITNews-May2019-9c.jpg" /></div><!-- END scald=5310 --></div> </div> <h2>Student Groups</h2> <h3>ASL Club</h3> <p>For more information on the American Sign Language Club, check out their <a href="http://www.facebook.com/groups/292797340749864/">Facebook group</a>.</p> <h3>Mad Campus</h3> <p>Mad Campus is a peer group for students identifying with or experiencing madness, mental illness, and/or neurodiversity. Mad Campus meets throughout the school year on a semi-weekly basis. Check the <a href="http://depts.washington.edu/dcenter">D Center website</a> for updated times.</p> <h3>ASUW Student Disability Commission</h3> <p>The Associated Students of the 糖心原创 Student Disability Commission was established to create communities for individuals with disabilities and their allies by providing programming, resources, and a safe accessible space. For more information, send an email to <a href="mailto:asuwswdc@uw.edu">asuwswdc@uw.edu</a>.</p> <h3>Find More Connections Online</h3> <p>There are over 900 Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) at UW. Take a look at all the clubs campus has to offer by browsing the <a href="http://uws-community.symplicity.com/index.php?s=student_group">RSO Directory</a>.</p> <hr /><div class="dnd-atom-wrapper type-image context-sdl_editor_representation atom-align-right" contenteditable="false"> <div class="dnd-drop-wrapper"><!-- scald=5637:sdl_editor_representation {"link":"","linkTarget":""} --><div class="image"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="/doit/sites/default/files/uploads/images/DOITNews-Mar2020-2b%20copy.jpg" width="400" height="266" alt="Student participates in accessible science." title="DOITNews-Mar2020-2b copy.jpg" /></div><!-- END scald=5637 --></div> </div> <h2>More Opportunities for Students</h2> <h3>Explore the UW鈥檚 Disability Studies Program</h3> <p>Disability studies (DS) at the UW involves a multi-campus interdisciplinary group of faculty, staff, students, and community members, who share an interest in questions relating to society鈥檚 understanding of disability. The undergraduate disability studies minor and the individualized studies major in disability studies provide opportunities for students to develop a strong interdisciplinary foundation in the social, legal, and political framing of disability. For more information, <a href="http://disabilitystudies.washington.edu">visit their website</a>.聽</p> <h3>Learn 糖心原创 Projects at the Center for Neurotechnology</h3> <p><a href="http://www.centerforneurotech.org/">The Center for Neurotechnology (CNT)</a>, located in the Bill &amp; Melinda Gates Center for Computer Science &amp; Engineering, collaborates with partner universities to facilitate advances in neural engineering. The CNT is recruiting UW students with disabilities who are interested in this complex field and brain-computer interface to participate in activities.</p> <p>For more information, contact Scott Bellman, CNT associate director of diversity, at <a href="mailto:swb3@uw.edu">swb3@uw.edu</a>聽or visit the CNT website.</p> <hr /><div class="dnd-atom-wrapper type-image context-sdl_editor_representation atom-align-right" contenteditable="false"> <div class="dnd-drop-wrapper"><!-- scald=5312:sdl_editor_representation {"link":"","linkTarget":""} --><div class="image"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="/doit/sites/default/files/uploads/images/DOITNews-May2019-9e_0.jpg" width="400" height="267" alt="Scholars get the opportunity to learn what accommodations they may need in college while attending summer study." title="DOITNews-May2019-9e.jpg" /></div><!-- END scald=5312 --></div> </div> <h2>Scholarships and College Funding</h2> <h3>Check Out DO-IT's聽Scholarships Website</h3> <p>Learn about scholarships for students with all types of disabilities and interests. Each scholarship includes eligibility, a deadline, and a link to apply. For more information or help applying to scholarships, contact DO-IT to receive editing and support. Learn more by visiting our <a href="http://www.uw.edu/doit/resources/scholarships">Scholarships Page</a>.</p> <h3>Explore College Funding for Students with Disabilities</h3> <p>Common forms of financial aid include grants, loans, work study, and scholarships. Many students use a combination of these financial aid resources. To learn more about strategies for funding your education, check out <a href="http://www.uw.edu/doit/college-funding-students-disabilities">College Funding Strategies for Students with Disabilities</a>.</p> <hr /><h2>Resource for Online Learning Strategies for Students with Disabilities</h2> <p>Classes continue to be held online and in hybrid formats. This has caused many students to need to adapt their preferred learning styles to new formats. Last year we reached out to the DO-IT community to let our participants share their experiences and recommendations for other students with disabilities who are taking online courses.</p> <p>Read <a href="http://uw.edu/doit/online-learning-strategies-students-disabilities"><em>Online Learning Strategies for Students with Disabilities</em></a> on the DO-IT website.</p> <hr /><div class="dnd-atom-wrapper type-image context-sdl_editor_representation atom-align-right" contenteditable="false"> <div class="dnd-drop-wrapper"><!-- scald=5834:sdl_editor_representation {"link":"","linkTarget":""} --><div class="image"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="/doit/sites/default/files/uploads/images/DOITNews-Nov2020-9_0.jpg" width="400" height="265" alt="Miles raises both fists at a 90 degree angle " title="Miles raises both fists at a 90 degree angle " /></div><!-- END scald=5834 --></div> </div> <h2>糖心原创 DO-IT</h2> <h3>Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology</h3> <p>DO-IT serves to increase the participation of individuals with disabilities in challenging academic programs and careers. It promotes the use of computing and networking technologies to increase independence, productivity, and participation in education and employment. Based at the UW Seattle campus, DO-IT works with students preparing for college or currently attending any two- or four-year university.</p> <p>DO-IT, 糖心原创<br /> Sheryl Burgstahler, Director<br /> Scott Bellman, Program Manager<br /> 4545 15th Avenue NE, Suite 100<br /> Seattle, WA 98105<br /> 206-685-DOIT (voice/TTY)<br /><a href="mailto:doit@uw.edu">doit@uw.edu</a><br /><a href="http://www.uw.edu/doit/">www.uw.edu/doit/</a></p> <h3>Follow DO-IT on Facebook and聽Twitter!</h3> <p>Join our DO-IT Friends Facebook group, like our Facebook page, or follow us on Twitter to stay in touch!</p> <ul><li><a href="http://bit.ly/do-itfb">Facebook Group</a></li> <li><a href="http://bit.ly/fbdoituw">Facebook Page</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/doituw?lang=en">Twitter: @doituw</a></li> </ul></div> </div> </div> Thu, 31 Mar 2022 21:20:06 +0000 eol 9555 at /doit /doit/opportunities-news-university-washington-students-disabilities#comments Opportunities! News for 糖心原创 Students with Disabilities Fall 2021 /doit/opportunities-news-university-washington-students-disabilities-fall-2021 <!-- THIS FILE IS NOT USED AND IS HERE AS A STARTING POINT FOR CUSTOMIZATION ONLY. See http://api.drupal.org/api/function/theme_field/7 for details. After copying this file to your theme's folder and customizing it, remove this HTML comment. --> <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><div class="dnd-atom-wrapper type-image context-sdl_editor_representation atom-align-right" contenteditable="false"> <div class="dnd-drop-wrapper"><!-- scald=6120:sdl_editor_representation {"link":"","linkTarget":""} --><div class="image"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="/doit/sites/default/files/uploads/images/Richard_Computing.jpg" width="400" height="267" alt="Richard signs with a group of students surrounded by computers." title="Richard signs with a group of students surrounded by computers." /></div><!-- END scald=6120 --></div> </div> <p><strong>Are You a Student with a Disability Attending the 糖心原创?</strong></p> <p>This page promotes resources for students with disabilities on 糖心原创 campuses.</p> <p>This newsletter highlights the Career &amp;聽Internship Center, STEM- and student-focused groups, accessible technology, campus centers, scholarship opportunities, and other resources.</p> <p>We sincerely wish you a successful and enjoyable college experience.</p> <hr /><div class="dnd-atom-wrapper type-image context-sdl_editor_representation atom-align-right" contenteditable="false"> <div class="dnd-drop-wrapper"><!-- scald=6118:sdl_editor_representation {"link":"","linkTarget":""} --><div class="image"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="/doit/sites/default/files/uploads/images/DRS_ATC_Tour_0016_0.jpg" width="400" height="267" alt="Two students use a computer." title="Two students use a computer." /></div><!-- END scald=6118 --></div> </div> <h2>Join Projects for Students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Fields</h2> <p>Funded by the National Science Foundation, the <em>AccessSTEM </em>and <em>AccessComputing </em>projects are recruiting students in STEM fields such as biology, chemistry, physics, math, computing, engineering, aerospace, astronomy, geology, anthropology, horticulture, conservation, forensics, and many other social science disciplines. <em>AccessSTEM </em>and <em>AccessComputing </em>team members join an online community to receive a variety of resources and opportunities:</p> <ul><li>Internships: Receive assistance finding and applying for great internships.</li> <li>Career Building: Learn about careers, resumes, job fairs, and networking.</li> <li>Mentoring: Get support from other students, faculty, staff, and professionals.</li> </ul><p>For more information about <em>AccessSTEM </em>and <em>AccessComputing</em>, contact Scott Bellman at 206-685-3648 (voice/TTY) or <a href="mailto:swb3@uw.edu">swb3@uw.edu</a>.</p> <p><a href="http://www.uw.edu/doit/accessstem-team-application">Fill out the <em>AccessSTEM</em> student application here.</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.uw.edu/accesscomputing/get-involved/students/join-accesscomputing-team">Find the <em>AccessComputing</em> student application here.</a></p> <hr /><div class="dnd-atom-wrapper type-image context-sdl_editor_representation atom-align-right" contenteditable="false"> <div class="dnd-drop-wrapper"><!-- scald=5793:sdl_editor_representation {"link":"","linkTarget":""} --><div class="image"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="/doit/sites/default/files/uploads/images/UW_Opps_News_Fall_2020_4.jpg" width="400" height="267" alt="A student giving an oral presentation." title="A student giving an oral presentation." /></div><!-- END scald=5793 --></div> </div> <h2>UW Career Resources</h2> <h3>The UW Career &amp; Internship Center</h3> <p><a href="http://www.careers.uw.edu/">The Career &amp; Internship Centers</a> on each UW campus help students learn about majors, careers, and the labor market. Career counselors are available to help with resume development and improving interview skills.</p> <p>UW Career &amp; Internship Centers utilize the web-based system Handshake to manage job and internship listings. Find out more about featured jobs and internships at careers.washington.edu/jobs.</p> <p>The Career &amp; Internship Center website has a resources section with information specific to people with disabilities. It can be accessed by visiting <a href="http://careers.uw.edu/resources/">their careers site </a>and utilizing the 鈥淪tudents With Disabilities鈥 filter.</p> <h3>Virtual Offerings</h3> <p>Check the UW Career &amp; Internship Center website to find a variety of resources, including the options below:</p> <ul><li><a href="http://careers.uw.edu/online-resume-review/">Online Resume Review</a>鈥攇et resume feedback over email by filling out this form.</li> <li><a href="http://careers.uw.edu/schedule-an-appointment-with-a-career-coach/">Virtual appointments</a>鈥攃onnect with one of our coaches via Zoom or phone.</li> <li><a href="http://careers.uw.edu/events/student/">Webinars</a>鈥攆ind out more about all 27 webinars offered this spring.</li> </ul><hr /><div class="dnd-atom-wrapper type-image context-sdl_editor_representation atom-align-right" contenteditable="false"> <div class="dnd-drop-wrapper"><!-- scald=5794:sdl_editor_representation {"link":"","linkTarget":""} --><div class="image"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="/doit/sites/default/files/uploads/images/UW_Opps_News_Fall_2020_5.jpg" width="321" height="400" alt="A student in a wheelchair using a laptop." title="A student in a wheelchair using a laptop." /></div><!-- END scald=5794 --></div> </div> <h2>Accessible Technology Resources on Campus</h2> <p>There are many services at the 糖心原创 to help students with disabilities obtain access to accessible technology.</p> <h3>The Access Technology Center</h3> <p>The Access Technology Center (ATC) on the Seattle campus provides resources to improve access to computing resources for 糖心原创 students, faculty, and staff. The computers, software, and special equipment in the center and at other locations on UW campuses provide</p> <ul><li>access for blind users via speech output or braille;</li> <li>screen magnification for people with low vision;</li> <li>alternatives to the standard keyboard and mouse;</li> <li>speech recognition software as a writing tool;</li> <li>tools to make reading and writing easier;</li> <li>accessories for comfortable computer use; and</li> <li>the capability to produce documents in alternative formats such as e-text, braille, and large print.</li> </ul><p>For information about assistive technology on your campus, ask your disability services representative. Visit the ATC at the UW Seattle campus in Mary Gates Hall, room 064, or <a href="http://www.uw.edu/itconnect/learn/accessible/atc/">consult their website</a>.</p> <p>Need an alternative, accessible document? Also check out <a href="http://depts.washington.edu/uwitats/conversion">Disability Resource Services鈥檚 document conversion tool</a>.</p> <h3>Center for Technology and Disability Studies</h3> <p>The Center for Technology and Disability Studies (CTDS) is an interdisciplinary program within the Center for Human Development and Disability and the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine in the School of Medicine. For a list of CTDS projects and activities, visit uwctds.washington.edu/.</p> <h3>Accessible Technology at the UW</h3> <p><a href="http://www.uw.edu/accessibility/">The Accessible Technology website</a> provides resources and tips related to IT accessibility, as well as opportunities for community involvement.</p> <hr /><div class="dnd-atom-wrapper type-image context-sdl_editor_representation atom-align-right" contenteditable="false"> <div class="dnd-drop-wrapper"><!-- scald=5763:sdl_editor_representation {"link":"","linkTarget":""} --><div class="image"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="/doit/sites/default/files/uploads/images/DOITNews-June2020-1b.JPG" width="400" height="252" alt="Students show off their glowing creations at the DO-IT Dance 2020." title="Students show off their glowing creations at the DO-IT Dance 2020." /></div><!-- END scald=5763 --></div> </div> <h2>Student Resource Centers</h2> <h3>D Center</h3> <p>The UW Disability and d/Deaf Culture Center fosters a climate of social justice and pride, centered on universal design, access, and diversity. It cultivates disability and d/Deaf pride by promoting social justice through an inclusive environment, sharing resources for self-advocacy, developing educational programming, engaging stakeholders with principles of universal design, and promoting a transforming socio-cultural understanding of disability. For more information, email <a href="mailto:dcenter@uw.edu">dcenter@uw.edu</a> or <a href="http://depts.washington.edu/dcenter">visit their website</a>.</p> <p>The D Center is currently virtual and offering online resources and events. <a href="http://bit.ly/DCenterNews">Sign up for their newsletter</a> or follow them on <a href="http://facebook.com/UW.D.Center">Facebook</a>.</p> <h3>UW Veterans Center</h3> <p>The UW Veterans Center is a place for veterans to connect with other veterans, gain access to university resources specifically designed for veterans, and find and build their community within the university. Find out more on <a href="/veterans/">their website</a>.</p> <h3>Q Center</h3> <p><a href="https://depts.washington.edu/qcenter/wordpress/">The Q Center</a> builds and facilitates queer academic and social communities through education, advocacy, and support services. Services and resources include a lending library, discussion forums, meet-ups, social space, brief crisis intervention, and referrals.</p> <hr /><h2>Student Groups</h2> <div class="dnd-atom-wrapper type-image context-sdl_editor_representation atom-align-right" contenteditable="false"> <div class="dnd-drop-wrapper"><!-- scald=5791:sdl_editor_representation {"link":"","linkTarget":""} --><div class="image"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="/doit/sites/default/files/uploads/images/UW_Opps_News_Fall_2020_2.jpg" width="400" height="267" alt="Students having a discussion" title="Students having a discussion" /></div><!-- END scald=5791 --></div> </div> <h3>ASL Club</h3> <p>For more information on the American Sign Language Club, check out their <a href="http://www.facebook.com/groups/292797340749864/">Facebook group</a>.</p> <h3>Mad Campus</h3> <p>Mad Campus is a peer group for students identifying with or experiencing madness, mental illness, and/or neurodiversity. Mad Campus meets throughout the school year on a semi-weekly basis. Check the <a href="http://depts.washington.edu/dcenter">D Center website</a> for updated times.</p> <h3>ASUW Student Disability Commission</h3> <p>The Associated Students of the 糖心原创 Student Disability Commission was established to create communities for individuals with disabilities and their allies by providing programming, resources, and a safe accessible space. For more information, send an email to <a href="mailto:asuwswdc@uw.edu">asuwswdc@uw.edu</a>.</p> <h3>Find More Connections Online</h3> <p>There are over 900 Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) at UW. Take a look at all the clubs campus has to offer by browsing the <a href="http://uws-community.symplicity.com/index.php?s=student_group">RSO Directory</a>.</p> <hr /><h2>Explore the UW鈥檚 Disability Studies Program</h2> <p>Disability studies (DS) at the UW involves a multi-campus interdisciplinary group of faculty, staff, students, and community members, who share an interest in questions relating to society鈥檚 understanding of disability. The undergraduate disability studies minor and the individualized studies major in disability studies provide opportunities for students to develop a strong interdisciplinary foundation in the social, legal, and political framing of disability. For more information, <a href="http://disabilitystudies.washington.edu">visit their website</a>.聽</p> <hr /><h2>Learn 糖心原创 Projects at the Center for Neurotechnology</h2> <p><a href="http://www.centerforneurotech.org/">The Center for Neurotechnology (CNT)</a>, located in the Bill &amp; Melinda Gates Center for Computer Science &amp; Engineering, collaborates with partner universities to facilitate advances in neural engineering. The CNT is recruiting UW students with disabilities who are interested in this complex field and brain-computer interface to participate in activities.</p> <p>For more information, contact Scott Bellman, CNT associate director of diversity, at <a href="mailto:swb3@uw.edu">swb3@uw.edu</a>聽or visit the CNT website.</p> <hr /><div class="dnd-atom-wrapper type-image context-sdl_editor_representation atom-align-right" contenteditable="false"> <div class="dnd-drop-wrapper"><!-- scald=5746:sdl_editor_representation {"link":"","linkTarget":""} --><div class="image"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="/doit/sites/default/files/uploads/images/ACNews-July2020-7.png" width="400" height="267" alt="Students share a touchscreen device" title="Students share a touchscreen device" /></div><!-- END scald=5746 --></div> </div> <h2>Scholarships and College Funding</h2> <h3>Check Out DO-IT's聽Scholarships Website</h3> <p>Learn about scholarships for students with all types of disabilities and interests. Each scholarship includes eligibility, a deadline, and a link to apply. For more information or help applying to scholarships, contact DO-IT to receive editing and support. Learn more by visiting our <a href="http://www.uw.edu/doit/resources/scholarships">Scholarships Page</a>.</p> <h3>Explore College Funding for Students with Disabilities</h3> <p>Common forms of financial aid include grants, loans, work study, and scholarships. Many students use a combination of these financial aid resources. To learn more about strategies for funding your education, check out <a href="http://www.uw.edu/doit/college-funding-students-disabilities">College Funding Strategies for Students with Disabilities</a>.</p> <hr /><h2>Resource for Online Learning Strategies for Students with Disabilities</h2> <p>Classes continue to be held online and in hybrid formats. This has caused many students to need to adapt their preferred learning styles to new formats. Last year we reached out to the DO-IT community to let our participants share their experiences and recommendations for other students with disabilities who are taking online courses.</p> <p>Read <a href="http://uw.edu/doit/online-learning-strategies-students-disabilities"><em>Online Learning Strategies for Students with Disabilities</em></a> on the DO-IT website.</p> <hr /><div class="dnd-atom-wrapper type-image context-sdl_editor_representation atom-align-right" contenteditable="false"> <div class="dnd-drop-wrapper"><!-- scald=5636:sdl_editor_representation {"link":"","linkTarget":""} --><div class="image"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="/doit/sites/default/files/uploads/images/DOITNews-Mar2020-1%20copy.jpg" width="400" height="267" alt="Student looks at bones encased in a glass box." title="DOITNews-Mar2020-1 copy.jpg" /></div><!-- END scald=5636 --></div> </div> <h2>糖心原创 DO-IT</h2> <h3>Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology</h3> <p>DO-IT serves to increase the participation of individuals with disabilities in challenging academic programs and careers. It promotes the use of computing and networking technologies to increase independence, productivity, and participation in education and employment. Based at the UW Seattle campus, DO-IT works with students preparing for college or currently attending any two- or four-year university.</p> <p>DO-IT, 糖心原创<br /> Sheryl Burgstahler, Director<br /> Scott Bellman, Program Manager<br /> 4545 15th Avenue NE, Suite 100<br /> Seattle, WA 98105<br /> 206-685-DOIT (voice/TTY)<br /><a href="mailto:doit@uw.edu">doit@uw.edu</a><br /><a href="http://www.uw.edu/doit/">www.uw.edu/doit/</a></p> <h3>Follow DO-IT on Facebook and聽Twitter!</h3> <p>Join our DO-IT Friends Facebook group, like our Facebook page, or follow us on Twitter to stay in touch!</p> <ul><li><a href="http://bit.ly/do-itfb">Facebook Group</a></li> <li><a href="http://bit.ly/fbdoituw">Facebook Page</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/doituw?lang=en">Twitter: @doituw</a></li> </ul></div> </div> </div> Thu, 31 Mar 2022 04:40:42 +0000 eol 9554 at /doit /doit/opportunities-news-university-washington-students-disabilities-fall-2021#comments Opportunities! News for 糖心原创 Students with Disabilities Spring 2021 /doit/opportunities-news-university-washington-students-disabilities-spring-2021 <!-- THIS FILE IS NOT USED AND IS HERE AS A STARTING POINT FOR CUSTOMIZATION ONLY. See http://api.drupal.org/api/function/theme_field/7 for details. After copying this file to your theme's folder and customizing it, remove this HTML comment. --> <div class="field field-name-field-scald-file field-type-atom-reference field-label-hidden"> <div class="field-items"> <div class="field-item even"><!-- scald=5966:file_representation --><img src="/doit/sites/all/modules/contrib/scald_file/icons/application_pdf.png" class="scald-file-icon" alt="file type icon" /> <a href="/doit/sites/default/files/atoms/files/UW_Opps_News_Spring_2021_a11y.pdf" title="UW_Opps_News_Spring_2021.pdf"> UW_Opps_News_Spring_2021.pdf</a> <!-- END scald=5966 --></div> </div> </div> <!-- THIS FILE IS NOT USED AND IS HERE AS A STARTING POINT FOR CUSTOMIZATION ONLY. 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News for 糖心原创 Students with Disabilities Spring 2020 newsletter. These articles can also be seen all on one page at the <a href="/doit/news/fullversion/8751">Full Newsletter</a> option.</p> <p class="fullnews"><em>Note:聽Some resources may not be available during the pandemic depending on the status of programs, departments, or the 糖心原创. All group photos used in this publication were pre-pandemic.</em></p> </div> </div> </div> Wed, 14 Apr 2021 09:30:34 +0000 eol 9137 at /doit /doit/opportunities-news-university-washington-students-disabilities-spring-2021#comments