January 13, 2012
Hamilton Relay Scholarship Opportunity 2012
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As the telecommunications relay and captioned telephone service provider for the state of Iowa Hamilton Relay acknowledges that opportunities for higher education affect the future of Iowa’s high school students, including students who are deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-blind or have difficulty speaking.
We are pleased to extend a scholarship opportunity to your graduating high school students who are deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-blind or have difficulty speaking to assist in their goals to continue their education.
We would appreciate your assistance in sharing the attached scholarship application and information with your eligible students. Can you help? One candidate is selected from each of the states where Hamilton is the contracted service provider. All candidates are required to submit an application, write an essay under the topic of communication technology and provide a letter of recommendation in order to qualify. The application documents can also be found online at www.hamiltonrelay.com.
Note that the scholarship deadline is March 30, 2012, so please be sure that applicants postmark their submission by this deadline. The scholarship is in the amount of $500 and the winner will be determined on or before April 30, 2012.
If you have any questions about Hamilton Relay or the Hamilton Relay Scholarship Program, please contact me directly. My contact information is listed below.
Hamilton Relay looks forward to giving back to the community by assisting an outstanding student who is deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-blind or has difficulty speaking from Iowa during this 2011/12 school year.
Thank you for participating in the excitement!
Sincerely,
Lori Sporrer | Relay Iowa Outreach Project Manager | Hamilton Relay
O: 712.653.2440 | C: 712-254-0700
F: 712-653-2555
lori.sporrer@hamiltonrelay.com | www.hamiltonrelay.com
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January 13, 2012
OFFICIAL CALL FOR RID REGION REPRESENTATIVE NOMINATIONS
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Join the RID Leadership:
OFFICIAL CALL FOR RID REGION REPRESENTATIVE NOMINATIONS:
Deadline: April 1, 2012
The RID Board of Directors, in compliance with the RID Bylaws, Article IV, issues this call for nominations for the region representative positions.
Positions Open for Nomination: Region representative for each of the five regions.
Qualifications for Office: Certified member in good standing for the four consecutive years immediately prior to candidacy; resident of the region for at least two consecutive years immediately prior to candidacy.
Term of Office: Beginning with election and taking oath of office in 2012 and ending between June 30 and August 30, 2014.
Nominations Deadline: All nominations must be postmarked no later than April 1, 2012. Return to the national office at 333 Commerce Street, Alexandria, Virginia, 22314.
Nominations Procedure: Any voting member in good standing from the region may nominate candidates for this office. Candidates must receive nominating signatures from at least 25 voting members in good standing from the region.
Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
333 Commerce Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
703-838-0030
www.rid.org
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December 23, 2011
There is currently a call for Region Representative nominations open through April 1, 2012.
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OFFICIAL CALL FOR REGION REPRESENTATIVE NOMINATIONS
The RID Board of Directors, in compliance with the RID Bylaws, Article IV, issues this call for nominations for the region representative positions.
Positions Open for Nomination: Region representative for each of the five regions.
Qualifications for Office: Certified member in good standing for the four consecutive years immediately prior to candidacy; resident of the region for at least two consecutive years immediately prior to candidacy.
Term of Office: Beginning with election and taking oath of office in 2012 and ending between June 30 and August 30, 2014.
Nominations Deadline: All nominations must be postmarked no later than April 1, 2012. Return to the national office at 333 Commerce Street, Alexandria, Virginia, 22314.
Nominations Procedure: Any voting member in good standing from the region may nominate candidates for this office. Candidates must receive nominating signatures from at least 25 voting members in good standing from the region.
Duties of Region Representatives of RID – excerpts from the RID Bylaws:
Provide reports regarding the activities of the RID Board of Directors, national committees and the national office to each affiliate chapter within his/her region. Provide reports at least quarterly to the board and the national office during meetings. Convene and preside at any regional meetings/conference and teleconference calls and facilitate development of regional activities. Attend
workshops and conferences in the region. Serve as a resource person to affiliate chapter presidents and members within his/her region. Submit regular reports to the association newsletter. Assist affiliate chapters within his/her region in their ability to meet affiliation requirements. Serve as one of the national conference committee core group members and participate in the recruiting the conference chair(s) when the national conference is being hosted in his or her region. Assist
in the annual reviews of the chief executive officer.
Download the Nominations Form>>
Click HERE for link to RID
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October 21, 2011
Inspiring ASL/English Open-Captioned Movie Hitting Theaters in Iowa on Oct 27th
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Hi -My name is Oren Kaplan and I am the director of a new open-captioned film called THE HAMMER that will be in theaters in Iowa and Nebraska on October 27th. The movie is about Deaf wrestler Matt Hamill and how he persevered to become the first Deaf NCAA champion in wrestling. The movie is in English and ASL and is completely OPEN CAPTIONED so that Deaf and hearing audiences can enjoy it together in the theater. The movie features interpreters and a lot of ASL and I thought it might interest the members of the ISRID.The movie stars Deaf actors Russell Harvard and Shoshannah Stern and has been praised by Marlee Matlin and NTID president Alan Hurwitz. It is PG-13 and great for kids and adults.To see the trailer and to get more information on tickets, go to thehammerfilm.comIf this sounds like it will interest the members of ISRID, we would love to have you post our showtimes on your site or in your newsletter. If you'd like to organize a group trip, we can send you a signed poster as well and help you publicize it on our social media pages.In Iowa and Nebraska "The Hammer" is playing -- NOV 2nd Marcus Lincoln Grand Cinemas (Lincoln) NOV 2nd Marcus Village Pointe Cinemas (Omaha) OCT 27th Cedar Rapids Galaxy 16 Cinemas (Cedar Rapids) OCT 27th AND NOV 2nd Rave Davenport 53rd IMAX (Davenport)We also post updates daily on our facebook page, facebook.com/thehammerfilm
Thanks for your time! Oren Kaplan
okaplan@gmail.com
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October 3, 2011
Silent Auction to be held at ISRID Fall Conference (Oct. 7 - 9)
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Attention all ISRID members: We need you!
What: Silent Auction to be held at ISRID Fall Conference (Oct. 7 - 9)
Needed: Items to put up on the "auction block" (suggestions: sign language resource books, jewelry, home items, etc.)
To do: Please contact Holly Shannon by October 5 with items you are willing to donate for the auction
Please consider giving items to the silent auction to support your local professional organization! If you have any questions about this or have items to donate, please contact Holly Shannon, fundraising chairperson - holly.e.shannon@gmail.com
Thank you for your support of ISRID in this way and remember to bid on the items at the auction!
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September 6, 2011
RID CDI Written Test Prep Weekend
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RID - CDI Written Test Prep Weekend
* Workshops intended for Deaf Interpreters preparing for RID CDI Written Test *
Saturday & Sunday - October 15-16, 2011 * 9am - 4pm - Lunch 12p-1p (on-your-own)
Saturday: $50 - Both Days: $75
Saturday: Applying the RID-NAD Code of Ethics to Interpreting Situations & Scenarios
This training will give participants an in-depth look at the RID/NAD Code of Professional Conduct (CPC) and RID Code of Ethics by examining its tenets and how to apply them to a variety of scenarios that are frequently encountered by interpreters. Participants will examine the principles of the CPC and COE by applying it to various situations and settings where Deaf Interpreters work. This interactive workshop in ASL will include ethical role plays and sample scenarios to further explore the foundations of the CPC and COE to prepare Deaf Interpreters to take the RID Certified Deaf Interpreter written test.
All participants are required to read a copy of the CPC and COE before the workshop which will be sent upon registration.
Sunday: National RID Certified Deaf Interpreter Test Preparation & Test Taking Tips
The Certified Deaf Interpreter Test Preparations will be an intensive group discussion on the Sociolinguistics of Interpretation and effective test taking strategies. Theories of interpreting in roles, functions, responsibilities, and communication strategies will be applied in platform, simultaneous, and shadowing interpreting settings. Role plays and sample scenarios will be used to discuss how one can successfully take a written multiple-choice exam by reviewing the following: test taking tips, note taking, reducing test anxiety, study skills, and tips. Practice Exams will be distributed and discussed.
Pre-reading requirements: At the end of Saturday's workshop #1, students will be assigned homework by the instructor to prepare for Sunday's workshop.
Pre-workshop requirement: Participants must take Saturday's workshop # 1 in order to take this training.
Presenter: Stephanie M. Clark, CDI & CLIP-R
is a certified Deaf interpreter with 15 years of experience in settings ranging from legal/court to platform interpreting work after attending Northeastern University's Interpreter Preparation Program for Deaf Interpreters in the mid 1990s. She holds a Master's degree in Education from University of Massachusetts with a special focus on Instructional Design and has presented workshops to both Interpreters and Deaf community members on various topics related to Language, Culture, and Interpreting. Stephanie is currently the co-coordinator of the Road to Deaf Interpreting training series in the Northeast region and currently is with Sorenson Communications as a Professional Development Specialist. She holds an ASLTA - Professional certification and is active with committees and organizations at local and regional levels.
* Register online! with a credit card * www.ilrid.org
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July 27, 2011
Wisconsin announces their Fall Conference plans
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WisRID's 2011 Fall Conference is November 4-6. Visit our CEU opportunities web page by clicking here.
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July 27, 2011
ISRID Leadership Changes
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Iowa State Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf announces the following resignations from the board: Cheryl Drummond, Secretary, and Amber Casebeer, Treasurer. Ellen Hayes will be taking over the Treasurer's duties. At this time, we are searching for an individual to take over the Secretary position for ISRID. Please contact a member of the board for further information or to volunteer. We look forward to hearing from YOU!
- Karlene Kischer-Browne, Vice President
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April 29, 2011
The Results! Mentoring Program returns to Gallaudet Interpreting Service!
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The Results! Mentoring Program returns to Gallaudet Interpreting Service!
Expanded Opportunities ~ Extensive Support Structure ~ Specialized Training
Apply by June 3, 2011
for the August 15, 2011 to May 13, 2012 session
This is a PAID mentoring experience for a variety of skill levels, including a specialized track for legal skills.
Advance your skills rapidly in a supportive, stimulating, culturally diverse, linguistically rich, and professionally challenging environment.
The Results! Mentoring program is a theoretically based, action-oriented mentoring program designed to take interpreters to the next skill level, and beyond. Whether you are a seasoned, certified interpreter seeking to expand and sharpen your skills, or a newly certified interpreter seeking to take the next step, Gallaudet Interpreting Services is ready to give you the opportunity and training you need.
Contact us:
GIS.mentoring@gallaudet.edu
Yoshiko.Chino@gallaudet.edu, Yoshiko ‘Koko' Chino
Phyllis.Rogers@gallaudet.edu, Phyllis Rogers
Videophone/voice phone: 202.651.5199
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April 15, 2011
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Interpreter Training Program 3rd Annual Deaf Day
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To Whom It May Concern, My name is Jonathan Thomm from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Interpreter Training Program. Our Signing Student Association is putting on our 3rd Annual Deaf Day featuring Keith Wann, Peter Cook and Matt and Liliana Morgan. Details below:April 23 from 1 - 7 p.m. Admission: $5 (children under 5 enter free). Interpreters provided for the hearing. See Deaf Day tab under profile picture for schedule.Location:Helene Zelazo Center for the Performing Arts 2419 East Kenwood Boulevard Milwaukee, WI 53211
Here's a few links with more:http://www.facebook.com/#!/video/video.php?v=214612691888808&oid=165568570560
This event is open to the public, please pass this on. All are welcome! If anyone has questions please contact my at jrthomm@uwm.edu. Thank you and have a great day.Jonathan ThommUW-Milwaukee Interpreter Training ProgramSigning Student Association Vice President
DEAF Day at UW-Milwaukee on April 23rd, 2011
Email Address: jrthomm@uwm.edu
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March 4, 2011
LRID's "Spring Fling"
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Workshops!!!
Saturday, March 26, 2011
Lafayette Athletic Association of the Deaf Clubhouse
200 Rue De Belier, Lafayette, LA 70506
Presenter:
Janie Powell, MCSC
9:00a - 12:00p "Why Do You Want To Be An Interpreter?
This workshop will re-introduce participants to an awareness of the various tasks involved in being/becoming an interpreter. Participants will engage in practical discussion to recognize and meaningfully improve their function as an interpreter.
12:00p - 1:00p: Lunch provided by LRID (Homemade Crawfish Etouffee)
1:00p - 4:00p "Team Interpreting"
This workshop will introduce participants to the concept of team interpreting and how to make the situation accessible for everyone. Smooth switching and a partnership of empowerment will be emphasized. Participants will engage in practical role playing to practice team interpreting.
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Registration: (Pre-Registration due by March 18, 2011)
LRID Members, $30 Non-Members, $40 Students/Non-CEU Participants, $15
**Doors open at 8:00am * * **Pay at the door, add $10**
**Registration fee covers the cost of attending one or both workshops and lunch.
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March 3, 2011
Extra! Extra! ISRID's Spring Newsletter is Here!
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Hello Members,
Check out ISRID's current issue of E-News by clicking here
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February 23, 2011
Learn Italian Sign Language in Italy!
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Subject: Study in Italy, earn 6.0 CEUs
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>Hello RID Region Representatives,
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>I am writing you in hopes that you can pass on the information found below. I am currently recruiting for our LIS and Cultural Studies program. In our first year, 2009, we had 16 students. In 2010, we only had 5. Unfortunately, this year, we cannot run our program without meeting a minimum number of students. I am hoping you can forward this on to your state chapters and ask them to forward it on to their interpreters. A flyer is also attached if you prefer to send information this way.
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>I appreciate your support as we continue to give interpreters different and unique opportunities for professional development!
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>Learn Italian Sign Language in Italy! (Please disseminate further.)
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>The Siena School for Liberal Arts, located in Tuscany Italy, invites ASL users in university and Deaf-World professionals to participate in one of our four unique study abroad programs.
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>Summer 2011
>LIS, Italian and Italian Deaf Culture (Hearing students): June 9-July3
>LIS, Italian and Cultural Studies (Deaf students): June 9-July 3
>LIS and Cultural Studies (Deaf-World Professionals): June 26-July 9
>Spring 2012
>A Semester for ASL Users: late January to mid-May
>Regular Semester Track (for Deaf students)
>Deaf Studies Track (for hearing and Deaf students)
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>The foundation of our four programs is our Italian Sign Language (LIS) and Italian Deaf culture courses. Our knowledgeable and experienced faculty and staff are Italian and American, Deaf and hearing, Signers and Signers-to-be. If arranged prior to attending, all students can earn university credit or professional development hours.
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>Application Deadline: April 1, 2011
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>For more information:
>Visit our website at www.sienaschool.com
>Visit our vlog at www.sienaschoolforliberalarts.blogspot.com
>Find us on Facebook: Siena School for Liberal Arts and Siena School Study Abroad Programs for Signers
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>Questions? Email Scottie Allen, Deaf and ASL Programs Development Coordinator ats.allen@sienaschool.com
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>About:
>The Siena School for Liberal Arts operates study abroad programs for American students. The Deaf Studies Department has worked with the Deaf community since 2005 and has operated study abroad programs for American signers since 2007. We have welcomed students from all over the country including Gallaudet University, Rochester Institute of Technology, California State University Northridge, Columbia College Chicago, the University of New Mexico and the University of Pennsylvania.
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>Scottie Allen, MA, NIC
>Deaf and ASL Programs Development Coordinator
>Siena School for Liberal Arts
>Via T. Pendola 37
>53100, Siena Italy
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Chris Grooms, CI and CT, BEI IV
Region IV Representative
Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf
333 Commerce Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
832-633-9661(voice/text)
888-757-3959 (video phone)
Excellence Education Standards
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February 22, 2011
The Poetry Out Loud Statewide Competition
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Greetings all,
The Poetry Out Loud Statewide Competition is looking for individuals to assist in scoring the ASL accuracy of the performances. The event is March 5, 2011, State Historical Building, 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM.
There are at least two contestants from ISD. Someone else indicated deaf high school from other states are participating in this also. They are contacting a number of deaf individuals; I don't know if they're having difficulty getting folks to commit. I have no idea if there are any perks (reimbursements, meals, etc).
This is not an EFR sponsored event. I simply offered to pass this information along. If interested or know someone (please be selective) who may be interested, please contact:
Dawn Martinez Oropeza
Arts Education and Community Programs
Iowa Arts Council
515.281.5773
Dawn.Oropeza@iowa.gov
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