Welcome Back Game Night

Haley Boring and Cathie Coppola hosted a welcome back "Game Night" for students to encourage meeting other students, and to learn more about the groups and supports offered. We had good attendance, conversation between students, and positive feedback.

Gender-Affirming Voice Therapy (GAVT) Clothing Swap

Cathie Coppola and Kristen Starin hosted an all-day GAVT event on Friday October 23. Many generous people donated clothes for the event as well as clothing racks to help with the display. A total of 31 students attended and all left with at least one item of clothing, and many left with a bag full. Some of the remaining clothing will be donated to Bern’s Closet, and the rest will go to Goodwill. Thank you to everyone who helped in any way, big or small. 

Spoken Communication Strategies and Techniques Workshop

Communication Studies and Services hosted “Auracast and Beyond: Public Audio Solutions and Community Support” for the broader NTID community on November 6 in CSD-1300/1310. Presenter Dan Brooks, owner and CEO of Pro Hearing Loops, gave a comprehensive overview of the primary Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs) and technologies used to improve accessibility in public spaces. The session covered the technical foundations and practical applications of Hearing Loops, FM systems, Infrared (IR) systems, and the emerging Auracast broadcast audio technology, and it connected attendees with community resources, including the Lifespan Demo Center, which showcases ALDs such as specialized smoke alarms, caption phones, and TV streamers.

CATCH

CSS Access Tech Consulting Hours (CATCH) are still available! Join Bonnie Bastian, Amanda Picioli, and Kristen Starin to explore communication tech that is already in your pocket! Sign up today.