Events
Smithsonian Hosts Conversation with Inventor Ray Kurzweil
Portrait of Invention: Ray Kurzweil
Friday, April 14
6:30 p.m.
National Museum of American History
Carmichael Auditorium
The Smithsonian's Lemelson Center for the Study of Invention and Innovation presents a conversation with inventor, author and artificial intelligence expert Ray Kurzweil. Kurzweil was the principal developer of numerous inventions including the first large vocabulary speech recognition dictation system, the first computer music keyboard capable of accurately reproducing the sounds of the grand piano and other orchestral instruments, and the first print-to-speech reading machine for the blind.
He has received numerous awards for his achievements in technology from institutions including Carnegie Mellon University, MIT, and the White House. In his recently published book The Age of Spiritual Machines, Kurzweil predicts that computers will outpace the human brain in computational power by 2020 and apparently conscious machines will become commonplace. Marc Pachter, Counselor to the (Smithsonian) Secretary, will interview this intriguing inventor and visionary. Free and open to the public, but space is limited. Call (202) 357-1593 to make a reservation.
The Smithsonian's Lemelson Center at the National Museum of American History is dedicated to exploring invention in history and encouraging inventive creativity in young people. The center was established in 1995 with a gift from the Lemelson Foundation, a private philanthropic organization founded by inventor Jerome Lemelson.
DEED 2000
SUNY Empire State College Presents "DEED 2000" Disabled, Enabled, Empowered, Determined The fifth biennial, international, multidisciplinary conference on all aspects of disability
April 28 through May 1, 2000
Rochester Riverside Convention Center and the Sheraton Four Points Hotel, Rochester, New York
Keynotes:
John Hockenberry, Dateline Correspondent
Ted Kennedy Jr., Disability Rights Advocate
Norman Coombs, Equal Access to Software and Applications
Invited Speakers:
Rosalyn Carter, Former First Lady and Mental Health Advocate
Janet Reno, United States Attorney General
200 concurrent sessions - 150 vendors and exhibitors entertainment and athletic events - interfaith service
Contact: DEED Conference Office at 716-224-3235
Visit the web page: www.DEED2000.org/deed
Email Information: DEED2000ven@cltres4.esc.edu
Mailing Address:
1475 Winton Road North
Rochester, NY 14609
Phone & FAX:
Phone: 716-224-3235
FAX: 716-224-3230
Email Addresses:
This email address can accept graphics and attachments: DEED2000Info@cltres4.esc.edu
This email address CANNOT accept graphics or attachments: DISABLED@sescva.esc.edu
O.T. Training
Accessibility Training On-going every Month
Learn about accessibility consultation services from an experienced trainer and consultant with over ten years of experience, Shoshana Shamberg, OTR/L, MS Ed. Personal mentoring and a course that was taught nationally to over 1000 medical and building professionals. Expert guest mentors. Interactive format. Extensive course materials (videos, manuals, text books) sent via mail. CEUs and College Credits (pending).
E-mail: Shamber@IDT.net or call Abilities OT Services at 410-358-7269
The Second Annual Lemelson Assistive Technology Development Center Forum
April 14, 2000
Lemelson Assistive Technology
Development Center
Hampshire College - LM
Amherst, MA
8:30 AM-4:30 PM
The Forum will bring together a diverse group of designers, industry experts, people with disabilities, college students, administrators and faculty to contribute their perspectives and ideas on the aesthetics and cosmetics of assistive technology.
Traditionally, assistive technology design has emphasized the importance of function and practicality over form and aesthetics. But adaptive equipment, much like clothing or even cars, contributes to a user's personal style. The equipment's aesthetics can subtly but powerfully affect how a user perceives him/herself, relates to others, and likewise how people relate to the user.
The issue of good assistive technology design aesthetics is only beginning to emerge in the field. The aging Baby Boomers and the increasing number of people surviving accidents and illness is heightening our awareness of our country's adaptive equipment needs.
How does the look of adaptive equipment influence a person's self perceptions ?
What impact does a person's adaptive equipment have on others' perceptions of him or her?
How can we, as designers, equipment users, and educators promote the importance of good assistive technology design aesthetics?
These and other issues important to both assistive technology and universal design will be discussed in an atmosphere of sharing, creative thinking and learning.
The Day:
*Our keynote speaker will present on the importance of and considerations necessary for good design aesthetics
*Expanded presentations of innovative student project designs
*Networking with others active within the broad fields of assistive technology and universal design
*Small group workshop sessions centered around creative AT design and specific aesthetics issues important to forum participants
Registration, participation and meals at the forum are FREE, however space is limited. They are still accepting registration for a few spots in April.
For more information, contact:
Lauren J. Way
Program Coordinator
Lemelson Assistive Technology
Development Center
Hampshire College - LM
Amherst, MA 01002
lway@hampshire.edu
PHONE: 413-559-5806
FAX: 413-559-5834
Excel!'s 2000 Employment Fair Prep Workshop
Excel!'s 2000 Employment Fair Prep Workshop
Guest Facilitator: Tom Morris
April 26, 2000
7-9 PM
St. George's Episcopal Church, Rm. 114, 915 N. Oakland Street, Arlington, VA (Virginia Square Metro).
This workshop will help prepare perspective job-seekers with disabilities, what to expect from the President's Committee 2000 Employment Fair Tour, on May 4.
For more information, call: 703-573-7550 or Jean at (703) 841-7274. Also if you need a sign language interpreter, please let Jean know by April 10th.
Or visit: www.excelability.org
Sporting Invention
Currently running -October 2000
National Museum of American History
The Smithsonian's Lemelson Center, 1st Floor
For information contact: Heather at 202-786-2970
This exhibit traces the development of sport inventions from drawings and prototypes to final objects. It also features an accessible snowboard for people with physical disabilities. The snowboard is currently under development by student inventors at the Lemelson Assistive Technology Development Center, Hampshire College - LM
Amherst, Massachusetts.
Re-Inventing the Wheel
Saturday, May 6, 2000
On the Terrace of the National Museum of American History (If Rain, 1st Floor)
10 AM-4 PM FREE
Inventors, designers, and historical interpreters will present demonstrations displays, including by and for people with disabilities. See bicycles from the past and the amazing bicycle innovations of tomorrow.
ATACP 2000
Assistive Technology Applications Certificate Program
Beautiful South Lake Tahoe, Nevada June 5-9 * Dallas, Texas June 19-23 * Los Angeles Area, California July 10-14 * Chicago, Illinois July 24-28 * Denver, Colorado July 31-August 4 * Washington, DC August 7-11 * Atlanta, Georgia August 14-18
ATACP Quiz
- Are you expected to be an "AT expert' and need more training in the area of Assistive Technology (AT)?
- Do you want to improve your skills, knowledge, and networking in the area of AT?
- Are you looking for a comprehensive and systematic training in AT?
- Are you looking for a network of people and resources that can be of help in the future?
If you've answered "yes" to any of these questions, this is the workshop for you! You can earn a Certificate in Assistive Technology Applications from California State University, Northridge through a combination of live and on-line instruction!
52 hours on-line 40 hours live instruction +8 hour certificate project +8 hours certificate project 100 hours total
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
'The modules integrate well into a cohesive curriculum. They will prove to be a valuable resource.'
Nashville, Tennessee Participant 1999
'I felt this was a very informative, well organized course. Each day I left with information / could implement and I am excited to use the information on my job.'
Chicago, Illinois Participant 1999
The Center on Disabilities at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is pleased to announce seven, one week ATACP sessions for the summer of 2000. The ATACP is more convenient than ever! The ATACP, now in its fourth year, offers 52 hours of interactive on-line instruction, 40 hours of live instruction, and an 8 hour certificate project. This configuration meets the 100 hour requirement for a Certificate in Assistive Technology Applications from CSUN's College of Extended Learning and the Center on Disabilities.
This unique and dynamic in-service training program is designed for individuals who seek to enhance their professional development and skill level by earning a Certificate in Assistive Technology Applications. The ATACP training experience includes electronic and live information sharing through readings, lectures, demonstrations, discussions, observations, and presentations on applications of assistive technology. Nationally recognized speakers and consultants share information across a wide range of assistive technology (AT) topics.
** Acceptance into the program is not guaranteed until participants have been interviewed by phone or email by an ATACP Trainer and payment in full is received. Please do not make hotel or travel arrangements until you have been officially accepted into the program. Participants should register as early as possible and are considered on a first come, first served basis. Past ATACP sessions filled months in advance, therefore, early registration is strongly encouraged.
Individuals with Disabilities and/or Family Members
Special Educators
Public and Private Rehabilitation Personnel
Employers
Human Resource Specialists
ADA Administrators
Assistive Technology and Computer Specialists
Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech/Language Pathologists
Sponsored in part by
NEC
NEC Foundation of America
XIX Rehabilitation International World Congress
XIX Rehabilitation International World Congress
August 25-29, 2000-Rio de Janeiro-Brazil
Conference Central Theme:
"Citizenship and Diversity in the New Millennium"
Sub-themes include:
Applying ethical values in rehabilitation
The concept of inclusion and its application in education, employment and society
The role of special schools in the new millennium
New rehabilitation and CBR approaches
Women's issues
Independent issues
Accessibility and universal design
Sports, leisure and cultural activities and more
The General Agenda includes:
XIX RI World Congress: The Rio Centro Convention Center will host all the sessions, from 11 am to 8 pm.
Exhibits and Film Festival
For Information and Reservations, contact the Event Secretariat:
C&M- Congresses and Meetings
Rua Marques 3/101
2260-240, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil
Tel/Fax: 55-21-286-5924 / 55-21-266-4942
E-mail: cm@cxpostal.com.br
Web: rehab-international.org/information/riopics.htm
18th Annual Snow Valley - MS 150 Bike Tour
June 3-4, 2000
The Training Ride Schedule is running currently through May 27, at various locations in the Washington, D.C. Metro area. For up to date information, call: Bike Tour Hotline, 202-296-5363. Or visit: www.MSandYOU.org
RESNA 2000
June 28 - July 2, 2000
RESNA 2000. Technology for the New Millenium. Omni Rosen Hotel. Wednesday, 6/28-7/2/2000. Orlando, Florida. The Annual Conference of the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America. Contact:
RESNA, Suite 1540, 1700 North Moore Street, Arlington, VA 22209-1903.
703-524-6686.
Web: http://www.resna.org/resna2k/
Email: RESNA2000@resna.org
Sunrise Symposium 2000--Educational Programs, April-June 2000
Mobility
Seating
Wound Care
Patient Lifting
Funding
April 11-13
Concord, CA
Sheraton Concord Hotel
Concord, CA 94520
925-825-7700
May 16-18
New York, NY
June 6-8
Denver, CO
Raintree Plaza Hotel and Conference Center
Longmont, CO 80501
303-776-2000
Who benefits from the general sessions?
Physical and Occupational Therapists & Assistants
Case Managers
Rehab Nurses
Enterostomal Therapists
Wound Care Clinicians
Long Term Care Clinicians
Suppliers
Rehab Technicians
M.D.s
Reimbursement Agencies
What we provide:
Detailed Course Materials
Hands-on learning opportunity
Certificates of attendance
Continental breakfast, lunch and refreshment breaks for full day attendees
Networking opportunity
Phone: 303-218-4750 or 888-333-2572, ext. 4750
Fax: 303-218-4849 or 800-334-7959
Registration by E-mail: www.sunrisemedical.com
2000 Employment Fair Tour.
The President's Committee on Employment of People with disabilities has announced the schedule for the 2000 Employment Fair Tour. Sites include Atlanta, St. Louis, Denver and Washington DC on May 4, 2000 at the Washington Convention Center. Stay tuned for more details and start to get individuals resumes prepared and get it on their calendars. Last year there were 40-50 exhibitors with a broad variety of jobs available.
TOUCH THE FUTURE EXPO 2000.
May 3 and 4, 2000
The Macon Coliseum and Convention
Centreplex * Macon, GA
Unity through Diversity
Assistive Technology: Our Link to the 21st Century
Learn about technology for living, learning, working and playing and its expanding role in the lives of people with disabilities.
Touch the Future welcomes you to the seventh conference and expo featuring assistive technology for living, learning, working nd playing. Touch the Future is well-known for being a leading source for information on the latest in technology devices, products, educational innovations, as well as exemplary programs and services that focus on applying technology in the lives of people with disabilities. Presentations will include and array of products and assistive device applications, computer access, and augmentative communication.
The Touch the Future Expo 2000 will be held May 3 and 4, 2000 at The Macon Coliseum and Convention Centreplex, located 80 miles south of Atlanta, at 200 Coliseum Drive, Macon, Georgia, phone 912-751-9152, fax 912-475-8924, and web address www.maconcentreplex.com.
DynaVox3100/Dynamyte3100 Upgrades.
Who needs it?
Turn on your DynaVox or DynaMyte. Hit the SETUP button. Look at the first number in the second line of text. Anyone with Version 2.00 throuh 2.07 should get the upgrade - it's free ... and the "File system cleanup" message will be history!
How long will it take?
It should take less than an hour to do the upgrade.
When can I get the upgrade done?
Check out the times and locations listed. You need to call or fax us times and locations you would prefer. We will confirm your appointment and give you the actual location. if you bring your device to us at a conference, no appointment necessary.
DynaVox - Getting Started
Upgrades from 12-1 pm (approximately)
Bowie, MD Monday, April3
Reston, VA Tuesday, April 4
Fishersville, VA Monday, April 17
Richmond, Va Tuesday, April 18
Salisbury, MD Thursday, April 27
Bowie, MD Monday, May 22
Reston, VA Thursday, June 1
Bowie, MD Monday, June 26
Bowie, MD Thursday, July 6
Bowie, MD Tuesday, August 1
Using DynaVox to Communicate
Upgrades from 10 am - 3 pm
Bowie, MD Monday, April 24
Reston, VA Monday, May 8
Richmond, VA Tuesday, May 23
Bowie, MD Wednesday, May 31
Fishersville, VA Monday, June 5
Bowie, MD Tuesday, June 27
Bowie, MD Thursday, July 13
Other Opportunities to get Upgrades
MSHA Conference April 7: 7 am - 2 pm
Sheraton Baltimore North April 8: 7 am - 2 pm
Towson, MD
800-433-7619
Danville Speech & Hearing May 5: 1 - 2:30 pm
Center, Danville, VA Call for other times
CHKD May 10: 11 am - 12 pm, 2 - 3 pm
Norfolk, VA
Bowie, MD Saturday, April 29: 9 am - 12 pm
May 31: 3 pm - 7 pm
ISSAC Conference August 2 - 6
Regency Hotel
Crystal City, VA
Upgrade Appointment Request
User's Name: Home Phone:
Home Address: Work Phone:
City/State/Zip: Fax:
Requested Appointment: City / Date / Time:
Serial Number of device: DynaVox or DynaMyte
76057.640@compuserve.com
Laetare Solutions
2409 Belair Drive, Bowie, MD 20715
Ph: 301-809-9400
Fax: 301-809-9307
Joints in Motion - Fitness Force.
Dublin Marathon
October 30, 2000
Teams are forming now! Reply by April 1st, 2000
Do you have friends or co-workers who are interested in getting fit, traveling to Dublin, Ireland and helping 43 million people with arthritis in the long run? Then ask about the Joints in Motion Fitness Force, a new corporate wellness program benefiting the Arthritis Foundation, the only national voluntary health agency that partners with people to help take control of arthritis.
www.arthritis.org
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