ACB Focus: Education: Recent Episodes
American Council of the Blind
20220706 The History and Current Role of Fraternal Benefit Societies Originally Aired July 6, 2022, on ACB Media This session featured representatives of a major Omaha-based fraternal benefit society, explaining the historical and contemporary importance of these organizations. Edited By: John Gassman
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20220706 ACBRA Program Originally Aired July 6, 2022, on ACB Media Steve Dresser (WA1RTB) demonstrated an accessible interface for the NannoVNA, a low-cost microprocessor-based device for analyzing antenna performance. Edited By: Brian McCallen
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20220706 It Takes a Village - Working Together to Prepare Students in Transition Originally Aired July 6, 2022, on ACB Media There are a lot of expectations for schools to provide all the essential academic skills to prepare for life beyond secondary education. There is often not enough funding to meet all the need. We know that technology is an integral part of our daily life. Nancy Flearl from the Nebraska Foundation for Visually Impaired Children shared how a simple non-profit is working in partnership with school districts and Vocational Rehabilitation to support students in transition. Edited By: Brian McCallen
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20220705 Choosing Where to Live as You Age. Downsizing Part 2 Originally Aired July 5, 2022, on ACB Media This session focused on how to choose what's right for us. A conversation with a panel of ACB members who made a variety of choices about where to live as they grew older. Co-sponsored by: AAVL and ACB Women.
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20220705 Choosing Where to Live as You Age - Downsizing Part 1 Originally Aired July 5, 2022, on ACB Media How can we know when the time is right? Our panel offered expert guidance on making important decisions on where we might live as we grow older. Co-sponsored by: AAVL and ACB Women Edited By: Jenine Stanley
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20220705 Ten Ethical Issues Lawyers Face Today Originally Aired July 5, 2022, on ACB Media This session was led by a law professor and an AAVIA member and offered an expert perspective on key ethical issues facing lawyers and affecting public perceptions of the legal profession. Edited By: Brian McCallen
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20220705 Perspective from an attorney from the UK Originally Aired July 5, 2022, on ACB Media Attendees heard from a Visually Impaired Attorney in the UK. Our guest talked about key experiences and observations of his training and career in the law. Through discussion with AAVIA members, it was hoped that illuminating contrasts and similarities will emerge. Edited By: Tony Swartz
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20220705 ACB Lions Reverse Visit Originally Aired July 5, 2022, on ACB Media Attendees met Lions from Omaha and discovered how blind Lions are making a difference across America. This session was open to active Lions, former Lions, and anyone interested in learning more about becoming a Lion. Edited By: Brian McCallen
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20220704 How to Not be Afraid of your Kitchen 101 Originally Aired July 4, 2022, on ACB Media
Does the thought of undercooked meat scare you? Are you nervous when chopping your veggies? Do you want to learn how to prep and meal plan for your budget? Attendees joined Herbie Allen as he went in depth into kitchen and food safety and Janeen Lea as she focused on making your money go further and meal prepping to make your busy nights easier.
Edited By: Brian McCallen
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20220704 BRL Breakfast Originally Aired July 4, 2022, on ACB Media
The guest Speaker was Marc Workman, President, World Blind Union.
Edited By: Jenine Stanley
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20220704 Preserving Our Memories Originally Aired July 4, 2022, on ACB Media
memories are more than stuffing pictures into a shoebox. Attendees found out how to preserve tapes and videos and how to begin collecting oral histories with Michael Hudson, Director of the American Printing House Museum. Always an inspiring speaker, Michael was sure to get participants motivated to actively collect those memories of your kids, cousins, and school and ACB friends.
Edited By: Tony Swartz
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20220703 GDB Breakfast Originally Aired July 3, 2022, on ACB Media GDB graduates connected with friends and staff. Those considering the guide dog lifestyle were welcome. Edited By: Michael Moran
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20220702 AABT Breakfast and Program Originally Aired July 2, 2022, on ACB Media The Statue of Liberty - The Rest of the Story. The history of the Statue of Liberty - A humorous and insightful program from the most requested historical speaker in Nebraska! Presenter: Darrel W. Draper, Plattsmouth NE Edited By: Michael Moran
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20220624 Science for Superheroes: Video presentation and discussion of Cryopreservation Originally Aired June 24, 2022, on ACB Media
A demonstration of how guide dog sperm samples from male breeders are frozen and stored. Other topics touched on are genetic diversity, Dual careers for dogs and superheroes for years to come. Speaker: Zuhey Medina-Gonzalez, Director, Genetics, Reproduction, & Puppy Care, Southeastern Guide Dog
Edited By: Jenine Stanley
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20220623 GDUI: School Updates Originally Aired June 23, 2022, on ACB Media
This was a double session of this ever-popular update from the guide dog schools. Edited By: Jenine Stanley
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20220624 Residential Adjustment to Blindness Originally Aired June 24, 2022, on ACB Media
A Training Center Panel – Attendees joined ACB Students for a panel which featured representatives from three blindness training centers: • The Hellen Keller Center • The Carroll Center for the Blind • one of the National Federation of The Blind centers These three centers are located across the country, and their representatives joined us to speak about the programs offered within them. Learn how their programs can help you gain your independence in travel, cooking, reading, writing, using technology, doing recreational activities, and more. Attendees learned about the importance of having a positive attitude on blindness. There was a Question and Answer period at the end of the session.
Edited By: Herbie Allen
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20220623 Seeing Eye Woofs and Wags Originally Aired June 23, 2022, on ACB Media
Have you ever thought about partnering with a guide dog? Wondering what we have been up to over the last year? Attendees hung out with us and got their questions answered and learned about The Seeing Eye's program and what we've been up to this last year. If you have a question you want to still get answer, send it to whitec@seeingeye.org
Edited By: Michael Moran
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20220623 Reaching Beyond Their Borders: International Programs of US Schools for the Blind Originally Aired June 23, 2022, on ACB Media
Did you know that some US organizations for the blind have thriving international programs? Attendees learned about what they do, who they serve, and heard about some of their successes. Presenters included: • Mark Richert, International Program Coordinator, Overbrook School for the Blind, Arlington, VA • Katherine Holland, Executive Director, International, Perkins School for the Blind, Watertown, MA • Lee Kumutat, Vice President of Communications, Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired-San Francisco, San Francisco, CA.
Edited By: Herbie Allen
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