2018 AHEAD Conference Program

July 16-20 2018, Albuquerque, New Mexico

1 Overall Schedule Monday, July 16 8 am-5:30 pm Registration Open 9 am-5:30 pm Preconference Sessions 10:30-10:45 am Beverage Break 12:30-2 pm Lunch (on your own) 3:30-3:45 pm Beverage Break Tuesday, July 17 8 am-5:30 pm Registration Open 9 am-5:30 pm Preconference Sessions 10:30-10:45 am Beverage Break 12:30-2 pm Lunch (on your own) 2-5:30 pm Half-Day Afternoon Institutes 3:30-3:45 pm Beverage Break Wednesday, July 18 7 am-5:30 pm Registration Open 7:30-8:45 am First-Time Attendee Breakfast Sponsored by Sonocent (pre-registration is required) 9-10:30 am Opening Plenary 10:30-11 am Beverage Break 11 am-12:30 pm Concurrent Block 1 12:30-2 pm Lunch (on your own) 12:45-1:45 pm SIG Meetings; Lunch & Learn Sessions 2-3 pm Concurrent Block 2 3-3:30 pm Beverage Break 3:30-5 pm Featured Presentations A 5-7 pm Exhibit Hall Grand Opening & President’s Reception Thursday, July 19 7:45-8:45 am SIG & Committee Meetings 8 am-5:30 pm Registration Open 8-8:45 am AHEAD Talks (coffee/tea available) 9-11 am Poster Session 1 in Exhibit Hall with Continental Breakfast 11 am-12:30 pm Concurrent Block 3 12:30-2 pm Lunch (on your own) 12:45-1:45 pm SIG & Committee Meetings; Lunch & Learn Sessions 2-3 pm Concurrent Block 4 3-4 pm Refreshment Break in Exhibit Hall 4-5:30 pm Concurrent Block 5 5:30-7 pm REDD SIG Reception Friday, July 20 7:45-8:45 am SIG & Committee Meetings 8-8:45 am AHEAD Talks (coffee/tea available) 8:30 am-4:30 pm Registration Open 9-11:30 am Exhibit Hall Open 9-10 am Concurrent Block 6 10-11:30 am Poster Session 2 and Extended Refreshment Break in Exhibit Hall 11:30 am-12:30 pm Concurrent Block 7 12:30-2 pm Lunch (on your own) 2-4 pm Featured Presentations B 4-4:30 pm Beverage Break 4:30-5:30 pm Concurrent Block 8 6:30-9:30 pm Awards Dinner & Dance

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Table of Contents Welcome from AHEAD President 6 SIG & Other Meetings 9 Welcome from Conference Chairs 10 General Announcements 12 Program Notes 13 Conference Committees 14 CEU & Certificate of Attendance Info 15 Featured Presentations 16 Member Development Events 17 Special Events 18 TPSID Poster Presentations 19 Exhibits 20-21 Preconference Sessions 23-30 Conference Strands 32-33 Concurrent Sessions 35-80 Wednesday 35-45 Thursday 47-63 Friday 65-81 B.O.D., Standing Committees, Staff 85 Conference Proposal Reviewers 86-87 Exhibit Hall Map 89 Exhibitor Directory 90-102 Meeting Room Maps 104-106 Advertiser Index Number One Consulting 3 Landmark College 31 Ai-Media 4 Blackboard 34 Sonocent 7 Wiley 46 Verbit Software 8 Concourse, by Intellimedia 64 Hamilton CapTel 11 Baylor College 82 Premier Visual Voice 11 Symplicity 84 CRCC 22 OrCam Technologies 87 DO-IT, Univ. of Washington 22 Beacon College 88 Deaf Services Unlimited 26 FARE 93 Equidox by Onix 31 T-Base Communications 103 The inclusion of third party advertisements, samples, displays, sponsorships and/or exhibits does not constitute an endorsement, guarantee, warranty, or recommendation by AHEAD and we make no representations or warranties about any product or service contained therein. Welcome from AHEAD President

Friends and Colleagues,

On behalf of the AHEAD Board of Directors, I would like to welcome you to Albuquerque and the 41st annual AHEAD conference, Equity and Excellence: Access in Higher Education.

We appreciate that you have chosen to join this annual gathering and to engage with us in forwarding AHEAD’s goals of equity and inclusion in postsecondary education. The annual conference is an opportunity for our community to come together. It is a valuable time of learning, growth, leadership, and connection.

My hope is that you will use your time to educate yourself about the trends and issues related to access in higher education, listen to new and different perspectives on many topics, and of course, to catch up with old friends and build new connections.

AHEAD is continuing its work to bring you the most comprehensive and engaging professional development in our field. This year has been no different, with new opportunities and forums throughout the year. The AHEAD staff and conference committee have devoted countless hours to make this year’s conference engaging and informative. A great deal of work has gone into bringing you the best sessions on the most salient topics from leading presenters. We believe it will be a great experience!

Thank you so much for all you do in the name of access.

Jamie Axelrod Northern Arizona University AHEAD President

Special Interest Group (SIG) Meetings

AHEAD’s Special Interest Groups (SIGs) bring members with common interests together for networking, professional development, and resource development. Join SIG meetings to learn what’s happening and get involved. In addition to the individual SIG meetings, most SIG Chairs will be at the Grand Opening of the Exhibit Hall on Wednesday night to share information for those unable to make it to the formal SIG meetings.

Wednesday, July 18, 12:45-1:45 pm ADA Coordinators, 18/Cochiti Autism/Asperger’s,29/31, Sandia/Santa Ana Career & Placement, 28/Santa Domingo Community Colleges, 23/25, Nambe/Najavo Graduate & Professional Students, 19/21, Isleta/Jemez Private Colleges, 20/Laguna REDD (Race and Ethnic Diversity and Disability), 27/Picuris Technology, 30/Taos Thursday, July 19, 12:45-1:45 pm Blind/Low Vision, 15/16, Acoma/Zuni Deaf/Hard of Hearing, 30/Taos Disability Studies, 27/Picuris LD/ADHD, 18/Cochiti LGBTQA, 29/31, Sandia/Santa Ana Mental Health, 19/21, Isleta/Jemez Nutrition & Dietary Accommodations, 20/Laguna Online & Distance Learning, 23/25, Nambe/Najavo Veterans, 28/Santa Domingo Other Meetings Thursday, July 19 7:30-10 am SIG Chairs’ Breakfast meeting,20/Laguna Affiliate Representative Breakfast,23/25, Nambe/Najavo

8-9 am JPED Editorial Breakfast (by invitation only),28/Santa Domingo

12:30-1:45 pm Past President’s Luncheon (by invitation only)

9 Welcome from Conference Chairs

Welcome to Albuquerque, New Mexico for the 41st Association on Higher Education and Disability Conference!

Albuquerque is one of the most diverse cities in the nation, and much like our AHEAD conference, provides many opportunities to explore unique perspectives as we continue the AHEAD legacy ofEquity and Excellence through our contributions to higher education accessibility and social justice.

AHEAD welcomes Dr. Margaret Price, Program Director of Disability Studies and Associate Professor at The Ohio State University, as our Keynote speaker Wednesday morning. Dr. Price’s presentation will provide insights on how AHEAD members can lead efforts to destigmatize mental illness and create learning and living environments that anticipate and plan for the access needs of students, faculty, and administrators.

Participants with specific areas of interest are welcome to follow highlighted program strands, as well as choose from over 100 concurrent sessions, engage with 35 poster presenters, and join us on Thursday and Friday for “AHEAD Talks,” short but information-packed presentations on a variety of topics.

After a day of learning and reconnecting with colleagues, please take advan- tage of Albuquerque’s abundant sunshine by visiting the historic Plaza in Old Town Albuquerque, enjoy a beautiful view while riding the Sandia Tram, or take in a leisurely stroll on the banks of the Rio Grande in Albuquerque’s Bosque. Whether you’re a new professional or seasoned veteran, we hope that you find your AHEAD conference experience both professionally enriching and personal- ly rewarding.

Amanda Butrum David Esquibel Crystal Hill Linda Sullivan Local Chair Local Chair Program Co-Chair Program Co-Chair University of New Mexico Texas Woman’s Harvard University New Mexico Highlands University University

General Announcements

Conference App! Download the conference app for iPhone and iPad in the Apple App Store and use Google Play for Android. Search for “AHEAD 2018.” Tweet about the Conference! Twitter name: @AHEAD_USA Hashtag: #AHEAD2018 Wi-Fi All hotel rooms within the AHEAD block include high-speed Internet at no charge as a part of the standard room rate. Wi-Fi is also available throughout the Albuquerque Convention Center. Updates and Announcements Consult the Additions and Corrections Sheet for notification of any changes to the program made since printing this book. Changes made on site will be “pushed” through the app and posted at the registration desk. Comfort for Everyone All indoor events associated with Equity & Excellence are non-smoking. In consideration of your colleagues who have severe allergies or environmental sensitivity, please refrain from the use of scented personal care products. You may also want to bring a cover up for meeting rooms; it’s difficult to adjust -tem perature so it is comfortable for everyone. Silent Auction If you brought a Silent Auction donation with you, please drop it off at the Local Information Table in the Registration Area. All-Gender Restroom Located outside of room 220/Ruidoso on the upper level of the east building of the Convention Center, the all-gender restroom provides facilities that are safe and accessible to all conference participants, including all gender identities and expressions and those who use attendants of a different gender. Quiet Room If you need a place to relax a bit from the conference and de-stress, visit the quiet room (17/Apache) Available during all Conference event hours, this room includes low lighting, reduced noise, comfortable seating, and a place to stretch out a bit. Conversations in this room are absolutely not permitted. AHEAD Thanks: Program and Local Committee Chairs, the 140+ Proposal Reviewers, AHEAD Talks Coordinator and Coaches, Conference Exhibitors and Sponsors, Confer- ence Session Moderators, All Conference Presenters, All Conference Volunteers, Silent Auction Donors and Bidders.

12 Program Notes

Handout Materials Handout and presentation support materials for all Concurrent and Poster sessions are available on the AHEAD website at www.ahead.org/events-programming/conferences/annual-conference/2018-conference-handouts and through the conference app. The materials will remain available following the conference for reference and download. Lunch & Learn Sessions On Wednesday and Thursday during the lunch hour (12:45-1:45), conference sponsors will be discussing their products and answering questions. You are welcome to stop by the Exhibit Hall to pick up a “cash-and carry” lunch before joining those sessions. Poster Sessions Poster presentations give you the opportunity to speak directly with presenters about their research, programs, and practices. AHEAD is pleased to feature almost 40 posters this year and hopes you will attend both the Thursday and Friday poster sessions in the Exhibit Hall. 2018 Session Evaluations Both AHEAD and the presenters depend on your feedback! Concurrent presentation evaluations can be completed either on paper or online. Session moderators in each room will have paper copies of the evaluation form. Please share your feedback on paper, via a direct link on the conference app, or at https:// www.surveygizmo.com/s3/4374072/2018-AHEAD-Conference-Session-Eval- uation. Decisions on programming for next year will be made with feedback received from you. AHEAD Goes Virtual! AHEAD is once again offering a “virtual conference” experience for those unable to join us in Albuquerque. Select sessions are being live streamed to our colleagues participating remotely. You may see cameras in the back of some of the rooms. AHEAD 2018 Virtual Conference sessions are indicated by “AVC” in conference materials and will be available as recordings after the conference. TPSID Poster Presentations During the Exhibit Hall Grand Opening, Wednesday, July 18, 5-7 pm. Find a full list of TPSID posters on page 19.

13 Conference Committees

Program Co-Chairs Crystal Hill, Texas Woman’s University Linda Sullivan, Harvard University Local Co-Chairs Amanda Butrum, University of New Mexico David Esquibel, New Mexico Highlands University Access and O&M Services Jim Kessler, Consultant Interpreter Services Anthony Verdeja, Florida Tracy Villinski, Minnesota CART Services Alternative Communication Services (ACS) AHEAD Talks Coordinator Linda Sullivan, Harvard University Moderator Coordinator Linda Sullivan, Harvard University New Presenter Mentors Margaret Camp, Clemson University Ann Knettler-Smith, Delaware State University Adam Meyer, University of Central Florida Cheryl Muller, University of Arizona Randall Ward, Purdue University AHEAD Talks Coaches Glennis Daniels-Bacchus, College of Southern Maryland Marcia Kolvitz, University of Tennessee, Knoxville Chris Lanterman, Northern Arizona University Adam Meyer, University of Central Florida Linda Sullivan, Harvard University

14 CEU & Attendance Certificate Info PLEASE PICK UP CEU FORMS AT THE REGISTRATION DESK

To support your professional development goals, Continuing Education Units (CEUs) from the Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) have been preapproved for preconference, plenary, featured presentations, and concurrent sessions. Instructional hours are not available for poster sessions, receptions, product demonstrations, SIG meetings, or other group meetings. Continuing education preapproval has not been secured from any other certifying organizations. However, AHEAD can verify your attendance at sessions and provide a Certificate of Attendance that may be accepted by other professional organizations.

CRCC CEU Information and General Certificate of Attendance CEU/Attendance forms are available at the Volunteer Table near registration. Instructions follow: 1. Keep the Conference Attendance Form with you throughout the conference and record the sessions you attend. Instructional hours for each qualifying session:

Two-day Preconference: 13 hours Concurrent Session #3: 1.5 hours One-day Preconference: 6.5 hours Concurrent Session #4: 1 hour Half-day Preconference: 3.25 hours Concurrent Session #5: 1.5 hours Opening Plenary: 1 hour Concurrent Session #6: 1 hour Concurrent Session #1: 1.5 hours Concurrent Session #7: 1 hour Concurrent Session #2: 1 hour Feature Presentation B: 2 hours Feature Presentation A: 1.5 hours Concurrent Session #8: 1.5 hours

2. Collect verification signatures after each session attended from the moderator, presenter, Conference Committee member, or AHEAD staff. 3. At the end of the conference, leave your Conference Attendance Form at the registration desk.TAKE A PICTURE OF IT FOR YOUR RECORDS. Alternatively, you can send it to Kim Richards ([email protected]), AHEAD, 8015 West Kenton Circle, Suite 230; Huntersville, NC 28078 or FAX to 704-948-7779 after the conference.

15 Featured Presentations Opening Plenary Wednesday, July 18, 9-10:30 am Ballroom A/B

On Inclusivity and Mental Health: Reconsidering Space and Time in Higher Education Margaret Price, Ph.D., The Ohio State University

Margaret Price draws upon 10 years of research to consider ways that mental health is included— and not included—in higher-education settings including classrooms, meeting spaces, and extra- curricular activities. Price argues that “including” students (as well as employees) with mental health histories in higher education will mean more than simply offering extra supports. Instead, it will mean rethinking many of the structures and texts that we’ve come to rely upon in higher education, so that we are not merely including those with mental-health disabilities, but consistently expecting them. Dr. Price offers a means to this rethinking through her theories of “kai- rotic space” and “crip spacetime,” and also offers practical suggestions for how to implement those theories in the everyday life of higher education teaching and administration.

Dr. Price is Associate Professor and director of the Disability Studies program at The Ohio State University. She is the author of Mad at School: Rhetorics of Mental Disability and Academic Life (2011), which won the Outstanding Book Award from the Conference on College Composition and Communication, and was called “the book of mental health and higher education” in the Chronicle of Higher Ed. Price is also a co-author of the nationally-recognized study “Disclosure of Mental Disability by College and University Faculty: The Negotiation of Accommodations, Supports and Barriers,” the first-ever cross-institutional study of faculty members with mental disabilities. Margaret was recently inducted into the Susan M. Daniels Mentoring Hall of Fame in recognition of her extensive involvement in mentoring and positive impact of the lives of youth and adults with disabilities.

AHEAD Talks AHEAD Talks have been moved to Thursday and Friday mornings from 8-8:45 am so that everyone can attend! Based on TED Talks and introduced to AHEAD last year, three creative, motivating talks will be offered each morning during unconflicted time so you can attend without missing other programming. See details on pages 48 & 66 and plan to join colleagues for coffee/tea and a great start to your day. 16 Member Development Events First-Time Attendee Breakfast (Sponsored by Sonocent) Wednesday, July 18, 7:30-8:45 am 115/Brazos Join other first-time attendees and AHEAD leadership for conversation over breakfast and a welcome from Sono- cent. Forgot to register? Check in at the AHEAD Registra- tion desk to see if any spots are still available.

AHEAD: More than Just a Conference! Friday, July 20, 12:45-1:45 pm 27/Picuris Marcelle Jones, M.S., Purdue University Gavin Steiger, M.J.Ed., University of Houston Clear Lake If you are new to AHEAD or disability resources/services in higher education or want to learn more about AHEAD’s resources, this meeting is for you! Represen- tatives from AHEAD’s Standing Committee on Membership Development and other AHEAD leaders will share the many resources available through AHEAD. We’ll highlight AHEAD’s online communities and resources, professional development events, and networking opportunities.

Present at the 2019 Conference! Friday, July 20, 12:45-1:45 pm 29/31, Sandia/Santa Ana Karen Pettus, Ph.D., University of South Carolina AHEAD is committed to supporting members’ professional development and fostering the diverse views and experience that newer members bring to our profession. Therefore, we are pleased to introduce a New Presenter Mentor- ship. If you haven’t presented at a national conference and are interested in taking that step at AHEAD’s 2019 Annual Conference in Boston, MA, join us for this session! We’ll talk about the call for presentations process, give you resources to support your proposal, and discuss plans for providing support throughout the year leading up to Boston.

17 Special Events Exhibit Hall Grand Opening & President’s Reception Wednesday, July 18, 5-7 pm Hall 4 Join us for the grand opening of the Exhibit Hall! Attendees will have one-on- one access to over 60 vendors who have an interest in promoting equal access for students with disabilities. A local musician will provide entertainment, and plenty of hot and cold hor d’oeuvres will be available as well as a cash bar.

In partnership with Think College National Coordinating Center, Transition and Postsecondary Education Programs for Students with Intellectual Disabilities (TPSID) projects will be featured (p. 19). Representatives from most of AHEAD Special Interest Groups (SIGs) will be available to discuss SIG activities and share opportunities for involvement.

REDD SIG Reception Thursday, July 19, 5:30-7 pm 15/16, Acoma/Zuni AHEAD’s Racial and Ethnic Diversity and Disability (REDD) SIG invites you to an evening of eating, socializing, and community building. All attendees interested in diversity, inclusion, and social justice are welcome to attend. This event is presented in solidarity with the LGBTQA SIG and the Standing Committee on Diversity.

Awards Banquet and After Party Friday, July 20, 6:30-9:30 pm Ballroom A/B Close out the week at the awards banquet! Attendees will enjoy a New Mexi- can-themed feast and recognize colleagues who have gone above and beyond in 2018. Stay for the after party and enjoy music and down time with other attendees!

2018 Award Winners: Bea Awoniyi, Ph.D. (AHEAD Excellence in Diversity & Inclusion Award) Lisa Meeks, Ph. D. (AHEAD Honor for Meritorious Contribution) Madeline O’Meara (AHEAD Student Recognition Award) Christy Horn, Ph.D. (AHEAD Professional Recognition Award; Posthumous) Nina du Toit, Ph.D., (JPED Research Reviewer of the Year) Anne Osowski (JPED Practice Brief Reviewer of the Year)

18 TPSID Poster Presentations

Think College, Institute for Community Inclusion, UMass Boston Booth 121 Think College is a national organization dedicated to developing, expanding, and improving inclusive higher education options for people with intellectual disability. With a commitment to equity and excellence, Think College supports evidence-based research and practice by generating and sharing knowledge, guiding institutional change, informing policy, and engaging with students, professionals and families. https://thinkcollege.net/

Georgia Inclusive Postsecondary CrossingPoints Education Consortium The University of Alabama (Georgia State University, Georgia Amy Williamson Tech, Kennesaw State University, [email protected] Columbus State University, Georgia Southern University, Albany Technical Transition Options in Postsecondary College, East Georgia State College, Settings (TOPS) University of Georgia, University of Ohio State West Georgia, College of Coastal Jessie Green Georgia, Georgia State University) [email protected] Susanna Miller-Raines [email protected] Ohio Statewide Inclusive Postsecond- ary Education Consortium Advancing Students Toward Education (Youngstown State University, Mari- and Employment Program (ASTEP) etta College, University of Cincinnati, Minot State University Ohio State University) Amy Armstrong Jessie Green [email protected] [email protected]

Aggies Elevated CHOICES Utah State University Colorado State University Jeff Sheen Julia Kothe [email protected] [email protected]

InclusiveU Bergen Community College/ Syracuse University The College of New Jersey Dee Katovitch Tracy Rand [email protected] [email protected]

19 Exhibits Photo Voice Exhibit AHEAD is pleased to welcome Neelam Agarwal, Ed.D. and the Photo Voice project from the University of Texas at El Paso. The Photovoice method, is an evidence-based practice that has proved successful in engaging people with disabilities. At UTEP, Photovoice participants were primarily majority-minority students who experience the societal marginalization of living with a visible or non-apparent disability. Fifteen participants took pictures and wrote stories about issues that impact them. The exhibit provided insight about the students’ experiences, concerns, and successes to university stakeholders and community partners. Attendees can access this display in the Exhibit Hall.

Sensory Room Sponsored by the Autism/Aspergers SIG As the population of students with Autism and others with sensory sensitiv- ities continues to increase on our campuses, a sensory room or meditation room is a way to give students a place to calm. Sensory rooms or meditation rooms are useful in residence halls, student centers, academic buildings and are often used by students, staff, and faculty alike. People can use the rooms to calm when they are stressed or overstimulated. On one campus, a reduction in conduct code violations was cited when the sensory room opened in a residence hall. The space does not need to be very large and expensive furnishings are not required. Quiet is required in the room and any music must be listened to through headphones or earbuds. This is one example of what you can do, please talk with a member of the Autism/Aspergers SIG for more information and alternatives.10/Anasazi Download the 2018 AHEAD Conference App!

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20 The 70273 Project Through the Aktion T4 program, Nazis murdered 70,273 disabled people deemed “life unworthy of life” between 1940-1941. This project is collecting quilt blocks from around the world and making quilts to commemorate each life and ensure that we never forget this atrocity. Conference attendees will have the opportunity to make a quilt block and commemorate a life; no sewing or quilting skills required!Booth 609 in the Exhibit Hall. www.the70273project.org

21 22 Monday, July 16 Full-Day Preconference Sessions 8 am-5:30 pm Registration Open, Northwest Foyer (Main Floor) 9 am-5:30 pm Preconference Sessions PC1 New to the Profession, 215/San Miguel PC2 Disability Law, 115/Brazos PC3 Socially-Just Services, 240/La Cienega PC4 Diagnostic Assessments,30/Taos PC5 Accessibility 101, 29/31, Sandia/Santa Ana PC6 Increasing Access, 18/Cochiti 10:30-10:45 am Beverage Break, Meeting Room Foyer 12:30-2 pm Lunch (on your own) 3:30-3:45 pm Beverage Break, Meeting Room Foyer

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23 Monday, July 16 Two-Day Preconference Sessions, 9 am-5:30 pm PC1 New to the Profession: Building a Strong Foundation Margaret Camp, M.Ed., Clemson University Ann Knettler-Smith, M.A., Delaware State University Cheryl Muller, M.Ed., University of Arizona Randall Ward, M.A., Purdue University This session sets the foundation for new disability resource professionals. Presented through discussion and application, the focus will be on disability civil rights history, legal foundations, universal design, responding to requests for reasonable accommodations, documentation of disability, faculty relationships, outreach, and office practices 215/San Miguel PC2 Disability Law for DSS Directors, Staff, and ADA Officers: Compliance Requirements, Analytical Tools, and Solutions Paul Grossman, J.D., Hastings College of Law Jamie Axelrod, M.S., Northern Arizona University Mary Lee Vance, Ph.D., Consultant A comprehensive introduction to postsecondary disability law, including compliance requirements of the ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Long-standing and widely-accepted judicial precedents and principles and the very latest, cutting-edge decisions will be discussed. 115/Brazos PC3 Socially-Just Services: Unpacking How Ableism Shapes the Disability Experience and Informs Processional Practice Amanda Kraus, University of Arizona An exploration of disability in the larger context of social justice dynamics. Participants will explore systemic and individual dynamics of power and privilege, contemporary and professional concepts of disability, microaggressions, and questions of authenticity in ally development in disability services. We will end by developing and discussing specific action items. 240/La Cienega

24 Monday, July 16 PC4 Diagnostic Assessments: Understanding & Operationalizing Diagnostic Assessment Outcomes Rhonda Rapp, Ph.D., St. Mary’s University An introduction to diagnostic assessment. Through highly interactive/ hands-on activities, participants will receive in-depth information about diagnostic assessment and functional impact as they apply to students with learning disabilities, attention disorders, and/or psychological disorders. Learn what information provides insight into appropriate accommodations and services. 30/Taos PC5 Accessibility 101 Gaeir Dietrich, High Tech Center Training Unit Heidi Scher, M.S., University of Arkansas Designed for anyone involved in ensuring an institution’s technology is accessible but feeling a bit overwhelmed by or uncertain about that responsibility, the session will cover technology-related accessibility issues in easy-understand ways. Topics include applicable laws and standards, assistive technology, alternative format conversion, web accessibility and IT accessibility. 29/31, Sandia/Santa Ana PC6 Increasing Access and Opportunities for Deaf Students in Higher Education Tia Ivanko, M.S., National Deaf Center for Postsecondary Outcomes Dave Litman, M.S.W., National Deaf Center for Postsecondary Outcomes Lauren Kinast, M.A., National Deaf Center for Postsecondary Outcomes Stephanie Zito, M.A., National Deaf Center for Postsecondary Outcomes An opportunity to increase individual and institutional capacity to support positive postsecondary outcomes for deaf individuals. Understand the key strategies and legal foundations for postsecondary attainment for deaf students, identify and incorporate key components of equitable accommodations, evaluate access requests, and make decisions grounded in evidence-based practices. 18/Cochiti

Tuesday, July 17 Full-Day & Half-Day Preconference Sessions 8 am-5:30 pm Registration Open, Northwest Foyer (Main Floor) 9 am-5:30 pm Preconference Sessions PC1 New to the Profession, 215/San Miguel PC2 Disability Law, 115/Brazos PC3 Socially-Just Services, 240/La Cienega PC4 Diagnostic Assessments,30/Taos PC5 Accessibility 101, 29/31, Sandia/Santa Ana PC6 Increasing Access, 18/Cochiti PC7 Leadership Strength, 23/25, Nambe/Navajo PC8 Inclusive Excellence, 220/ Ruidoso PC9 Enhancing Performance, 27/Picuris PC10 Two-Year Campus Toolkit, 230/Pecos PC11 Fundamental Alteration,235/Mesilla PC12 Students with Autism, 19/21, Isleta/Jemez 9 am-12:30 pm PC13, Universal Design 15/16, Acoma/Zuni PC14 Ethical Compliance, 20/Laguna 10:30-10:45 am Beverage Break, Meeting Room Foyer 12:30-2 pm Lunch (on your own) 2-5:30 pm PC15 Have We Lost Our “Why?” 15/16, Acoma/Zuni 3:30-3:45 pm Beverage Break, Meeting Room Foyer Notes

27 Tuesday, July 17 One-Day Preconference Sessions, 9 am-5:30 pm PC7 Leadership Strength and Conditioning for Better Campus Results Enjie Hall, M.R.C., The University of Toledo Chester Goad, Ed.D., Tennessee Technological University Leadership involves impacting meaningful change through influence. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about their strengths and talents as a leader, different leadership styles, and practical ways to raise their campus profile to achieve effective campus collaborations. 23/25, Nambe/Navajo PC8 Inclusive Excellence: Transforming Student Success Through Strength- Based Coaching Strategies Jodi Sleeper-Triplett, M.C.C., JST Coaching & Training Christina Fabrey, M.Ed., Green Mountain College What does it mean to apply a strength-based approach to coaching students? Deficit-based thinking can negatively affect success and lead students to question their ability to achieve their educational goals. Dis- ability services providers have the opportunity to stretch their coaching skills with a strength-based approach which will increase student self-confidence and self-determination. 220/Ruidoso PC9 Enhancing Academic Performance in Students with Mental Health Conditions Michelle Mullen, M.S., UMass Medical School, Transitions Research and Training Center Brittany Stone, M.S., Rutgers University Amy Banko, M.S., Rutgers University This interactive institute will provide background information on common mental health conditions and academic barriers. Participants will work- shop the functional implications of symptoms & barriers. They will leave with intentional support strategies, accommodations, & assistive technology ideas that will reduce academic difficulties. 27/Picuris

28 Tuesday, July 17 PC10 Two-Year Campus Toolkit Jennifer Radt, M.S.W, University of Cincinnati Clermont Teressa Eastman, M.B.A., Butler Community College Michelle Mitchell, M.Ed., Lehigh Carbon Community College AHEAD’s Community College Special Interest Group (SIG) offers this session to address the issues unique to two-year campuses. Topics include open en- rollment, campus partnerships, students with mental health conditions, Title IX and Code of Conduct issues, and faculty outreach and training. 230/Pecos PC11 Determining Fundamental Alteration: A Delicate Balance of Competing Equites L. Scott Lissner, The Ohio State University This scenario-driven session will begin with a brief review of the three de- terminants of fundamental alteration (reasonableness, undue burden, and direct threat) and then explore the concept and decision-making across a range of contexts, including technical standards, attendance, group work, housing, and tele-study. 235/Mesilla PC12 Programs for Students with Autism: How We Got Here and Where We’re Going Jane Thierfeld Brown, Ed.D., College Autism Spectrum & Yale Child Study Michelle Rigler, Ed.D., University of Tennessee at Chattanooga The number of students with autism attending college has grown con- siderably and consistently, presenting higher education with challenges not previously at issue. Sponsored by the AHEAD Autism Special Interest Group (SIG), this session provides the chance to learn, share, and discuss what’s next. 19/21, Isleta/Jemez

29 Tuesday, July 17 Half-Day Preconference Morning Sessions, 9 am-12:30 pm PC13 How to Talk to Faculty, Staff, and Campus Leaders about Universal Design for Learning Kristen Behling, M.A., Tuffs University Thomas J. Tobin, Ph.D., University of Wisconsin – Madison Based on over 30 years of research, the presenters offer evidence-based, concrete language, practices, and structures to support you in increasing adoption of and advocacy for inclusive design practices across all campus environments. 15/16, Acoma/Zuni PC14 Ethical Compliance: Taking Responsibility for Equity in Disability Services Jewls Harris, M.A., Portland State University Jen Dugger, M.A., Portland State University Ethical Compliance is the radical act of providing accommodations and support to students with disabilities by challenging traditional disability services practices and budgetary constraints. It provides a framework for supporting students who have marginalized identities by using an equity lens and a social justice perspective to interpret the ADA, provide access, and determine reasonable accommodations. 20/Laguna

Half-Day Preconference Afternoon Session, 2-5:30 pm PC15 Have We Lost Our “Why?” Lance Alexis, Ed.D., Middle Tennessee State University Ann Knettler-Smith, M.A., Delaware State University Disability services professionals who successfully apply a social model and the spirit of the law to their everyday practice impact the culture on their campuses. Refocusing on our “why,” we will address common mis- steps in everyday practice, provide clear examples of the social model at work, and challenge participants to consider their role in promoting diversity and equity. 15/16, Acoma/Zuni

Conference Strands

As you look through the wide variety of concurrent and poster presentations offered this year, you’ll see distinctive icons flagging sessions that focus on highlighted conference topics. We encourage you use this information to enhance your conference experience and to focus your attendance if you are looking for a specific emphasis in your professional development.

Leadership and Influence: Increasing Effectiveness and Cultivating Change within Your Office and Beyond The need to mobilize others in our vision of a campus that is accessible and inclusive is at the heart of the good work we do as disability resource professionals. The sessions in this strand focus on gaining key leadership skills that will increase your effectiveness in building relationships, articulating your vision, and influencing change within your office and beyond, no matter your position or place in the hierarchy.

ADA Coordinators AHEAD’s SIG for ADA Coordinators has developed a strand of sessions specifically targeted to those who carry this title and have responsibilities for campus-wide access and compliance.

Students on the Autism Spectrum Given the increasing number of students on the spectrum entering higher education, AHEAD’s Special Interest Group on Autism/Asperger’s has developed a strand of sessions that focus on neurodiversity, serving students, and providing campus-resources.

National Center for College Students with Disabilities (NCCSD) Based within AHEAD, the National Center offers resources for college and graduate students with any type of disability, chronic health condition, or mental or emotional illness, as well as for families, higher education faculty and staff, and anyone working with college students.

Leadership ADA Coordinators Autism Spectrum NCCSD

32 Focusing on Students in Health Science and Professional Schools (Medicine, Nursing, etc.) In partnership with the Coalition for Disability Access in Health Sciences and Medical Education, AHEAD is pleased to offer a strand of conference sessions that explores the more nuanced and sometimes complicated issues inherent in health science programs at both the graduate and community college levels. Both seasoned and newer professionals will benefit from this series of sessions focused on understanding clinical programs, accommodations in the clinic, recent litigation pertinent to health science, leading strategies, and promising practices.

Focusing on Students with Intellectual Disabilities in Postsecondary Education Several conference sessions were developed in partnership with Think College National Coordinating Center and the Transition and Postsecondary Education Programs for Students with Intellectual Disabilities (TPSID). In addition to concurrent sessions, several TPSID projects will display information on their programs during the Exhibit Hall Grand Opening and President’s Reception on Wednes- day. Whether your institution currently has a program for students with intellectual disabilities or you’ve wondered how your office and campus might address this emerging population, we hope you’ll find the opportunity to engage with the presenters of these sessions.

Research and Data-Based Practices With a focus on the importance of evidence-based practice and the value of research to our field, sessions that highlight research and data are featured in both concurrent and poster presentations. Conference sessions marked with this icon are recommended by AHEAD Information Services as having significant research or data-based content.

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7 am-5:30 pm Registration Open, Northwest Foyer (Main Level) 7:30-8:45 am First-Time Attendee Breakfast,115/Brazos 9-10:30 am Opening Plenary, Ballroom A/B 10:30-11 am Beverage Break, Meeting Room Foyer 11 am-12:30 pm Concurrent Block 1 12:30-2 pm Lunch (on your own) 12:45-1:45 pm SIG Meetings (p. 9); Lunch & Learn Sessions (p. 40) 2-3 pm Concurrent Block 2 3-3:30 pm Beverage Break, Meeting Room Foyer 3:30-5 pm Featured Presentations A (p. 45) 5-7 pm Exhibit Hall Grand Opening & President’s Reception Hall 4 (Main Level)

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35 Wednesday, July 18 Opening Plenary, 9-10:30 am Ballroom A/B Join us as we officially begin the 2018 Conference! After a warm local welcome, keynote speaker Dr. Margaret Price will present, “On Inclusivity and Mental Health: Reconsidering Space and Time in Higher Education.” Block 1, 11 am-12:30 pm 1.1 DS Student Paraprofessionals: Hiring, Training, and Professional Development Rosalind Blackstar, M.A., California State University Fullerton Darlene Serrano, B.A., California State University Fullerton David Guzman, B.A., California State University Fullerton Student employee/paraprofessional staff are an integral part of DS work on many campuses. This presentation will cover best practices in working with student staff, including providing interactive and enriching trainings and developing transferable skills for student paraprofessionals. 18/Cochiti 1.2 It Takes a Team: Building Capacity for Web Accessibility Christine Scherer, M.A., Northwestern University Based on Northwestern University’s School of Professional Studies Distance Learning’s successful growth as a university leader in Web accessibility, the presenter will describe the key accessibility supports and strategies for training staff and faculty to build courses that are accessible from day one. 220/Ruidoso 1.3 Creating Effective Partnerships Between Health Sciences Programs and Disability Offices Elisa Laird-Metke, J.D., Samuel Merritt University Bree Callahan, M.A., University of Washington Creating and implementing accommodations in health science programs requires strong working relationships between the disability office and the health science program. Learn strategies for building bridges, identifying champions, and learning about academic requirements to anticipate program barriers. 27/Picuris

Leadership ADA Coordinators Autism Spectrum NCCSD 36 Wednesday, July 18 1.4 Top Ten Tools for Your ASD Toolbox: The 2018 Edition Amy Rutherford, M.Ed., University of Tennessee Chattanooga Jamie Butler, B.A., University of Tennessee Chattanooga What tools do you need to work effectively with people on the Autism Spectrum. Learn effective strategies and the top ten resources for supporting these students. The audience will be given a resource list to develop their own toolkit. 215/San Miguel 1.5 A Leader’s Role in Influencing the Effectiveness of a Team Kara James, M.S., Purdue University Karen Pettus, Ph.D., University of South Carolina Randall Ward, M.A., Purdue University J. Andrew Zeisler, M.Ed., Miami University Enjie Hall, M.R.C., University of Toledo Join a panel of DS leaders who are successfully leading effective teams to share insights on leadership. Topics will center around fostering trust, addressing fear of conflict, obtaining commitment, increasing accountability, and focusing on attention to results. 240/La Cienega 1.6 Addressing ADA Grievances: Investigating the ADA Complaint Tina Vires, M.Ed., Winthrop University Kristin A. Malloy, M.S.W., Lone Star College We will discuss responsibility for the initial investigation and when it may change. When does an informal complaint incite an investigation, and are there opportunities for proactive engagement to minimize advanced complaints? We’ll discuss best practices for documenting decisions. 120/130, Dona Ana/Cimarron

NCCSD Health Science Think College Research 37 Wednesday, July 18 1.7 Access to Success: An Online Training Program to Teach Students How to Advocate for Accommodations Jean Ann Summers, Ph.D., University of Kansas Lucy Cummings, B.A., University of Kansas Robert Lee Beach, B.A., Kansas City Kansas Community College Alex Twitty, Ms.Ed., Kansas City Kansas Community College Holly K. Dressler, M.S.Ed., Johnson County Community College This panel discussion describes Access to Success, an online program to teach community college students with disabilities both knowledge and skills to enable them to negotiate with college faculty and staff for reasonable accommodations. 30/Taos 1.8 Including Accessibility/Inclusive Design Topics in Computer Science and Other IT and Design Courses: A University of Washington Case Study (AVC) Sheryl Burgstahler, Ph.D., University of Washington Learn how accessibility topics can be integrated into your computing/ IT course and how you can encourage faculty in these fields to include accessibility topics in their courses. Promising practices and resources will be shared. 235/Mesilla 1.9 Accessing College: A National Picture of Higher Education for Students with Intellectual Disability Clare Papay, Ph.D.., ICI, UMass Boston Cate Weir, MEd, ICI, UMass Boston How are students with intellectual disability accessing and participating in higher education? Findings from a recent evaluation of 25 model demonstration projects will be shared. Presenters offer insights about effective practices and policies to support students with intellectual disability. 29/31, Sandia/Santa Ana

Leadership ADA Coordinators Autism Spectrum NCCSD 38 Wednesday, July 18 1.10 First HIRES: A Collaboration Between Residence Life and Disability Resources for Students Jennifer Murchison, M.A., University of Memphis Amanda Rodino, M.Ed., University of Memphis The HIRES program was developed as a collaboration between Disability Re- sources for Students and Residence Life and Dining to employ students with disabilities who had never held a paying job. We will discuss the partnership, implementation, assessment, and future of the program. 19/21, Isleta/Jemez 1.11 Everyday Ableism: Unpacking Disability Stereotypes and Microaggressions (AVC) Amanda Kraus, Ph. D., University of Arizona When we understand disability in the context of social justice and ableism, we can begin to unpack the many ways disabled people are targets of bias and microaggressions. We will explore how these ideas shape the disability experience and inform our personal and professional behaviors and attitudes. 115/Brazos 1.12 It Takes a Village: Building Capacity Through the Development of Mental Health Advocates Barbara Blacklock, M.A., University of Minnesota Donna Johnson, M.A., University of Minnesota An overview of the Mental Health Advocate Initiative, an approach, designed to meet the broad needs of students with mental health conditions through a campus-wide network of departmental advocates who are available to consult with students, staff, and faculty, and direct them to campus resources. 230/Pecos 1.13 The Intersection of Title IX and Disability Services Bruce Pomeroy, M.A., University of North Carolina Greensboro Linda Nissenbaum, M.A., Saint Louis Community College Meramec Sam Goodin, M.S., University of Nebraska, Lincoln An exploration of the intersection between Title IX and Disability Service and how the two can work together to provide support and service. We will address recent directives from the Department of Education and their impact.

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Presenters will touch on the diverse aspects of Title IX and disability. 110/140, Aztec/Galisteo Lunch & Learn Sessions, 12:45-1:45 pm

Deaf Services: Don’t be Caught off Guard Diana Kautzky, Deaf Services Unlimited At Deaf Services Unlimited, we’re all about connecting people. Facilitating communication between Deaf people and hearing people is our business… and nobody does it better! Learn how Deaf Services Unlimited can be your partner in providing excellent and equitable accommodation for everyone. 215/San Miguel

It’s 2018 - Are Peer Notes Really the Right Accommodation? Caren Archer, Purdue University Dave Tucker, Sonocent LLC With its focus on social justice, sustainability, and independence, Pur- due’s Disability Resource Center explored new tools for students who were struggling with note-taking. Caren will describe why the university changed its approach by adding an audio note-taking technology to its traditional accommodation of paid note takers. We explore case studies and data to demonstrate how it has made a difference for students and the department. 230/Pecos

I See What You Are Saying: Artificial Intelligence Solutions to the Speech- to-Text Dilemma Elvire Lukov, Verbit Software Ltd. Forty-five years after passage of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, colleges and universities continue to struggle with compliance, particularly in -mak ing auditory information accessible to deaf and hard of hearing students. Verbit provides a transcription and caption solution that combines AI technology with human intelligence to quickly produce highly accurate results. Verbit’s technology is tailored to education, meaning the AI engine is trained to recognize common terms and improve over time. The platform integrates with all major learning management systems. Valerie Sturm describes how she found an innovative transcription and captioning solution without compromising quality, speed or costs. 220/Ruidoso

Leadership ADA Coordinators Autism Spectrum NCCSD 40 Wednesday, July 18 Block 2, 2-3 pm 2.1 Annual Report of FIndings from NDC Task Forces on Accessible Assessment and Interpreters in Postsecondary Settings Tia Ivanko, M.S., National Deaf Center for Postsecondary Outcomes Lauren Kinast, M.A., National Deaf Center for Postsecondary Outcomes The National Deaf Center on Postsecondary Outcomes (NDC) supports system change through engagement with stakeholders. This presentation will focus on the two NDC National Task Forces: Accessible Assessment and Interpreting in Postsecondary Education. 29/31, Sandia/Santa Ana 2.2 Juggling Apples and Other Circus Tricks! Kari Buza, M.S.V.R., Chippewa Valley Technical College Erin Poeschel, B.A.S., Chippewa Valley Technical College Rachel Swatloski, M.S.V.R., Chippewa Valley Technical College Chippewa Valley Technical College uses iPads to support student accommodations and promote time management, mindfulness, and study skills. We will highlight the process we used to deliver accessible textbooks to students, how and why we built our program, the tools we use, and the results we’ve seen. 240/La Cinega 2.3 Addressing Access in Health Sciences: Externships in the Community College Curriculum Michelle Mitchell, M.Ed., Lehigh Carbon Community College Join us to discuss access in the community college health sciences curriculum and share strategies for working with academic units to identify technical standards and essential components of a variety of community college externships. 220/Ruidoso

NCCSD Health Science Think College Research 41 Wednesday, July 18 2.4 Meeting the Needs of Students with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorders on Community College Campuses Michael Duggan, Ed.D., College of DuPage Learn practical strategies for meeting the challenges of an open door admission policy through programming and coursework, including the development a social support group for community members on the autism spectrum and a non-credit program for students with intellectual disabilities. 215/San Miguel 2.5 Promoting the Right to Inclusive Higher Education in the U.S. and Israel Arlene Kanter, LL.M., Syracuse University We will discuss the rights of students with disabilities in higher education under international and domestic laws, focusing on a comparative study of the U.S. and Israel, which has recently introduced a country-wide system of centers to support students with disabilities in higher education. We will also discuss the rights of U.S. students with disabilities when they participate in study abroad programs and request accommodations outside the U.S. 18/Cochiti 2.6 An Inside Perspective on the Differences Between an ADA Coordinator and a Director of Disability Services Gabriel Merrell, M.S., Oregon State University Emily Lucio, M.A., Johns Hopkins University Tina Vires, M.Ed., Winthrop University Scott Lissner, Ohio State University Adam Crawford, M.S., Ohio State University Margaret Camp, M.Ed., Clemson University Priscilla Harrison, M.A., Clemson University Tina Vires, M.Ed., Winthrop University This panel of DS Directors and ADA Coordinators from diverse types of institutions will share views on their respective roles and discuss how their work differs and fits together before opening conversation with audience members. 110/140, Aztec/Galisteo

Leadership ADA Coordinators Autism Spectrum NCCSD 42 Wednesday, July 18 2.7 ACCESS Academy: Boost Sessions to Support University Students Tara Rowe, M.Ed., University of North Florida Janice Seabrooks-Blackmore, Ph.D., University of North Florida Kiersten Washell, B.A., University of North Florida Monica Bolanos, M.A., University of North Florida ACCESS Academy targets specific topics through three-week boost sessions that teach strategies in self-advocacy, time management, writing, and study skills. Presenters will share instructional strategies used at the university level that support students with disabilities on campus. 30/Taos 2.8 Individual Work with Students: Findings of AHEAD’s National Survey Sally Scott, Ph.D., AHEAD The 2017 AHEAD Biennial Survey included new questions related to Disability Resource Professionals’ individual work with students. Come discuss the implications of the findings related to how we structure student appointments and think about average workloads and perceptions of effectiveness. 27/Picuris 2.9 What are Meaningful Credential for CTPs Programs? Certificates, Industry-Recognized Credentials or e-Portfolios? Margo Izzo, Ph.D., The Ohio State University Jessie Green, M.A., The Ohio State University Diane Clouse, Ph.D., University of Cincinnati Presenters will describe how to develop credentials for students with intellectual disabilities that have meaning to college administrators, employers, parents, and students themselves. Participants will discuss strategies that lead to increased employment outcomes. 19/21, Isleta/Jemez

NCCSD Health Science Think College Research 43 Wednesday, July 18 2.10 Full-Service Disability Support: DSS as an Initiative in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (AVC) Jeffrey Shaumeyer, Ph.D., Gallaudet University Patricia Tesar, Ph.D., Gallaudet University Students with disabilities frequently identify with multiple minority groups and count disability service offices among their “safe spaces.” Those offices are increasingly seen as initiatives in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, helping students to bond with the institution, and increasing the likelihood of success. 115/Brazos 2.11 Encouraging Universal Design in the Classroom by Leveraging the Priorities of Faculty (AVC) Beth Ann Bryant-Richards, M.A., University of North Carolina Wilmington We will explore the use of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in traditional face-to-face college classes. A review of the literature, an interview with an instructional designer, and a faculty survey generated a short faculty presentation aimed promoting the use of UDL in their classrooms. 235/Mesilla 2.12 Oohrah! Best Practices for Accommodating Veterans in Higher Education Dan Standage, M.A., Student Veterans of America Patty Bredehoft, M.Ed., The University of Arizona We will discuss common barriers student veterans with disabilities face and best practices for trust-building, demystifying accommodations, and reframing disability. Examples of military culture, VA documentation, and the importance of flexibility will be shared. 120/130, Dona Ana/Cimarron 2.13 Writing for the AHEAD Journal of Postsecondary Education and Disability (JPED) Roger Wessel, Ph.D., Ball State University This session is designed for researchers and practitioners in a variety of fields who are considering writing articles for the Journal. It will include a review of current topics, what the JPED Editorial Board looks for in successful articles, and a walk-through of the manuscript submission process. 230/Pecos

Leadership ADA Coordinators Autism Spectrum NCCSD 44 Wednesday, July 18 Featured Presentations Block A, 3:30-5 pm A.1 OCR Year in Review Mary Lou Mobley, J.D., Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education David LaDue, Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education Michael Chang, Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education The Office of Civil Rights assists individuals with disabilities facing discrimi- nation and guides institutions in developing solutions to civil rights problems by investigating complaints, initiating compliance reviews, and providing technical assistance. This session reviews recent, illustrative OCR decisions. Ballroom A/B A2 Being There Jamie Axelrod, M.S., Northern Arizona University Dorianne Pollack, Northern Arizona University While it seems reasonable that attendance is an important part of learning, important is not the same as essential. We will look at OCR findings, the importance of course design, and how those elements interact to inform the level of modification that may be appropriate. 110/140, Aztec/Galisteo A3 Cross-Cultural Competence as a Tool to Support Identity Development of SWD (AVC) Autumn Wilke, M.Ed., Grinnell College Maure Smith-Benanti, M.S., Grinnell College To support students with disabilities and their complex identities, disability resource practitioners must develop cross-cultural competence. We will discuss ways to develop our own cultural competence, reduce implicit bias, and support complex and empowering disability identity development. 115/Brazos A4 Recipe for success: Baking Accessibility into Your Online Learning Program (AVC) Kelly Hermann, University of Phoenix Cyndi Rowland, Ph.D., Director WebAIM, Utah State University Over a quarter of students now take at least one course at a distance. We’ll

NCCSD Health Science Think College Research 45 Wednesday, July 18 look at how to bake a comprehensive accessibility strategy that is informed by the resolution agreements and best practices into your online learning program. 235/Mesilla

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46 Thursday, July 19

7:45-8:45 am SIG & Committee Meetings (p. 9) 8 am-5:30 pm Registration Open, Northwest Foyer (Main Level) 8-8:45 am AHEAD Talks (coffee/tea available; p. 48) 9-11 am Poster Session 1 in Exhibit Hall w/ Breakfast, Hall 4 11 am-12:30 pm Concurrent Block 3 12:30-2 pm Lunch on your own 12:45-1:45 pm SIG Meetings (p. 9); Lunch & Learn Sessions (p. 55) 2-3 pm Concurrent Block 4 3-4 pm Refreshment Break in Exhibit Hall, Hall 4 4-5:30 pm Concurrent Block 5 5:30-7 pm REDD SIG Reception,15/16, Acoma/Zuni

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47 Thursday, July 19 AHEAD Talks, 8-8:45 am 235/Mesilla

Leverage Your Liability! Melanie Thornton, M.A., University of Arkansas Partners for Inclusive Communities Many of us have been taught to hide our weaknesses. Even with evidence that counters this thinking, the idea that it is not okay to make or admit mistakes persists in most organizations. We’ll look at wisdom that counters these ideas and consider how to leverage what we sometimes consider liabilities and put them to work for us.

Love to Lead. Lead With Love. Adam Meyer, Ph.D., University of Central Florida Love is a word that we use often in our culture to express a great like toward something, whether a person, favorite food, favorite TV show, or hobby, for example. Love is rarely connected with the idea of leadership. However, it is impossible to lead effectively without love. We will explore what it means to lead with love.

Philosophical versus Practical: How Do You Do Business? Kristie Orr, Ph.D., Texas A&M University Most disability service providers agree with the concepts of the social model of disability and try to incorporate them into their daily work; however, there is a practical side to the work that we do. We will explore the philosophical versus the practical work that we do and the struggle that sometimes results in trying to satisfy both.

Poster Session 1, 9-11 am Exhibit Hall

Beyond Equity and Access: Fostering an Inclusive Campus Climate for Postsecondary Students with Autism who are Non-Speaking Talar Touloumdjian, M.S., California State University Channel Islands Valeri Cirino-Paez, M.S., California State University Channel Islands

Create Accessible Computing Labs: An Accessibility Checklist Lyla Crawford, M.S., DO-IT, University of Washington

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Creating A Future: Understanding the Needs of Students Living with Autism Spectrum Disorders in Higher Education Sarah F. Parsons

Mental Health Awareness Video Competition (MHAVC): 2017 SUNY Program Award Winner Susan Mann Dolce, Ph.D., University at Buffalo

The Influence of a University Peer-Mentoring Program on Student Disability Identity Development Vanessa S. Cohen, Ed.D., Montgomery County Community College

Proposed Guidelines for Disability Services in Singapore’s Institutes of Higher Learning Eugene Ng, M.Ed., Singapore Management University Nix Sang, Postgraduate Diploma, Singapore Management University

Lose the Paper, Gain Accessibility: How to Effectively Transition to a Paperless Office Ashley Ciccolini Erickson, M.Ed., Florida Atlantic University Courtney McGonagle, M.Ed., Florida Atlantic University

Campus Collaborations, Strategies, and our Journey to Closed Captioning Stuart Buckley, B.A., Florida Atlantic University Mike Robichaux, B.A., Docsoft Inc.

Remote Communication Access Services: A Decision-Making Model for Effective Implementation and Use Tia Ivanko, M.S., National Deaf Center for Postsecondary Outcomes

UDL and Student Engagement in Higher Education: A Pilot Project Anna Barrafato, M.A., Concordia University Gordon Dionne, M.A., Concordia University Miranda D’Amico, Ph.D., Concordia University Mireille Paquet, Ph.D., Concordia University

The Relationship Between Support Needs, Grades, and Needs for Consultation of Students with ASD and/or ADHD in Japanese University Ginga Sasaki, Ph.D., University of Tsukuba, Japan Tomone Takahashi, Ph.D., Shinshu University, Japan Kazunori Takeda, Ph.D., Univeristy of Tsukuba, Japan

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Building a Digital Braille Music Repository: A Call for Collaboration David Perrotta, Library of Congress Juliette Appold, Library of Congress

From Madhouse to Schoolhouse: A Journey Through Disability Culture in Education Sean Kugler, M.Ed., Northern Arizona University Matthew Wangeman, M.A., Northern Arizona University Dorianne Pollack, M.Ed., M.A., Northern Arizona University Chris Lanterman, Ed.D, Northern Arizona University Chelsey Tarazi, B.S., Tarazi

Attitudinal Outcomes of College Students Toward Inclusion of Students with Disabilities Turki Alqarni, Ph.D. Candidate, Saint Louis University

Enhancing Accessibility in the Classroom through Dynamic Faculty Learning Communities: The Faculty Perspective Carol Marchetti, Ph.D., Rochester Inst of Technology W. Scot Atkins, Ed.D., Rochester Institute of Technology Sara Schley, Ed.D., Rochester Institute of Technology

Enhancing Accessibility in the Classroom through Dynamic Faculty Learning Communities: The Student Perspective Carol Marchetti, Ph.D., Rochester Inst of Technology W. Scot Atkins, Ed.D., Rochester Institute of Technology Sara Schley, Ed.D., Rochester Institute of Technology

Awareness and Use of People First Language: A Focus on Undergraduate and Graduate College Students Holly Hoffman, Ph.D., Central Michigan University Marie Hengesbach, B.S.., Central Michigan University Shana Trotter, B.S., Central Michigan University

Engineering Social Success: How to Collaboratively and Universally Support Students with Social Barriers at the Postsecondary Level Patty Eaton, Ed.S, Rose-Hulman

Faculty Attitudes toward Students’ Disabilities and Faculty Readiness to Accommodate Students with Learning Disabilities in Postsecondary Education Ameen Alhaznawi, M.A., University of Jeddah & Concordia University Chicago

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Four Educators Walk Into a Bar: Universal Design, Leadership, and Organizational Change Kathy Hoppe, D.Min., Central New Mexico Community College

Block 3, 11 am-12:30 pm 3.1 Providing Note-takers: Lessons Learned the Hard Way (AVC) Paul Harwell, Ph.D. student, Harvard University “Notetaking” is one of the most common accommodations used in the higher education. While technology options have increased, many students still rely on copies of notes from others. We will discuss best practices, strategies to identify and improve services, and lessons learned. 115/Brazos 3.2 Puzzled or Frustrated by Accessible Procurement? How to Get Results Through Smart Policies and Savvy Partnerships with Publishers and Other Vendors Elizabeth Delfs, J.D., Pearson, Inc. Philip Voorhees, A.T.A.C., University of Nevada Las Vegas We will examine strategies for addressing the challenges of accessible procurement and the strikingly evident need for college/vendor partnerships. Learn best practices to build positive alliances to promote inclusive design and the positive impact of a state-wide system partnership with Pearson Education. 19/21, Isleta/Jemez 3.3 Roadmap to Determining Accommodations in Health Science Programs Jan Serrantino, Ed.D., Meeks & Company Consulting Linda, Nissenbaum, M.A., Saint Louis Community College Meramec Bringing together expertise from community college and graduate level contexts, this interactive session will focus on the challenges unique to determining accommodations in health sciences programs and clinical settings. Through problem-based learning, participants will collaborate on case studies. 120/130, Dona Ana/Cimarron

NCCSD Health Science Think College Research 51 Thursday, July 19 3.4 A Spectrum of Possibilities: Postsecondary Programs for Students with ASD Margaret Camp, M.Ed., Clemson University Jane Thierfeld Brown, Ed.D., College Autism Spectrum & Yale University As the number of students on the autism spectrum attending college continues to increase so does the number of programs to address this neurodiverse population. A panel of program developers and leaders will discuss the characteristics of their programs and their successes and challenges. 30/Taos 3.5 Getting into the Trenches of the Social Justice Mission Carey Busch, Ph.D., Ohio University Adam Crawford, M.S., The Ohio State University Amanda Kraus, Ph.D., University of Arizona Randall Ward, M.A., Purdue University Katy Washington, J.D., University of North Texas Current leaders in the field are being be very practical, intentional, and influential in bringing a social justice mindset to the college campus. They will speak to their journey and offer practical ideas on shifting from thinking of disability work as compliance-based to thinking of it as a matter of social justice and inclusion. 240/La Cienega 3.6 Hiker’s Guide to Engaging Administrators, Faculty and Staff with ADA Policy, Procedures, and Practices Anne Moll, Ed.D., Colorado Mountain College Lisa M. Doak M.S. Ed., Colorado Mountain College This interactive session will highlight the biggest barriers to faculty, staff, and administrator engagement with with ADA policies and practices and demonstrate ways disability service coordinators change that by becoming educated guides in the embodiment and empowerment of following ADA standards. 110/140, Aztec/Galisteo

Leadership ADA Coordinators Autism Spectrum NCCSD 52 Thursday, July 19 3.7 Disability Support Services Untethered from Campus: Reimagining How We Attract, Accommodate and Retain Students with Disabilities in Higher Education Elizabeth Gridley, M.A., Gateway Technical College Donna Piccolo, M.A., Gateway Technical College Carrie Parworth, M.A., Gateway Technical College Daniel Peterson, M.A., Gateway Technical College Disability Support Specialists (DSS) routinely spend time in local high schools, playing an active role in the successful transition of students with disabilities to Gateway Technical College. They educate teachers, students, and parents on topics related to post-secondary options and accommodations. 18/Cochiti 3.8 Student Perspectives on Disability Services Kimberly Elmore, M.A., NCCSD/ DREAM, moderator Through discussion and a brief video, panelists will share their experiences as college students with disabilities, including with using accommodations, interacting with faculty and disability resource professionals, building community, facing challenges, and creating successes. 220/Ruidoso 3.9 Tightening the Leash: Policies and Processes for Handling the Increasing Number of Service/Assistance Animals on Campus Leslie Johnson, M.A., Michigan State University John Pedraza, M.A., Education, Michigan State University Michelle Shaw, M.Ed., Florida Atlantic University After abrief review of the law, we will compare how two public universities are handling the influx of animals on their campuses. This will include sharing our unique strategies, policies and processes. We will also share our campus collaborations and conclude with discussions of real examples. 215/San Miguel

NCCSD Health Science Think College Research 53 Thursday, July 19 3.10 Using Student Learning Outcomes in Disability Services Ann Knettler-Smith, M.A., Delaware State University Jean Ashmore, M.S., Emerita, Rice University; Consultant This session will provide the background and process used to create effective student learning objectives (SLOs) based on the Disability Resources and Ser- vices (DRS) Standards from the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS). Specific examples and takeaways will be provided. 230/Pecos 3.11 Access for All: Creating a Campus Culture of Disability Inclusion (AVC) Valerie DuBose, M.Ed., University of Alabama at Birmingham Allison Solomon, M.S., University of Alabama at Birmingham The presentation provides an overview of the University of Alabama at Bir- mingham Disability Support Services work to create a campus climate that promotes disability inclusion and universal design through various programming opportunities and development of strategic campus partnerships. 235/Mesilla 3.12 Disability Rights Moves to the State Stage Jo Anne Simon, J.D., Member, New York State Assembly As the new federal administration moves to meet its goal of reducing federal regulation, disability rights professionals and higher education generally face a potentially seismic shift in the rights of students that were protected under federal laws. How can you make your voice heard at the state level and enshrine disability rights protections in your state? 29/31, Sandia/Santa Ana 3.13 Accommodating Students with Visual Impairments: Continuing the Dialogue and Sharing the Student Perspective Joanna Boval, M.A. in Counseling, University of California San Diego Susan Kelly, M.A., University of California San Diego Jimmy Cong, A.A., University of California San Diego Building on last year’s presentation, Accommodating Students with Visual Impairments: Creating Productive Campus Partnerships, we focus on creating accessible formats for complex mathematical and computational texts and offer the student’s perspective on working with disability service offices. 27/Picuris Leadership ADA Coordinators Autism Spectrum NCCSD 54 Thursday, July 19 Lunch & Learn Sessions, 12:45-1:30 pm

Accessibility as a Shared Responsibility: Creating a Collaborative Model for Student Success (AVC) Lisa Toft, University of Southern California Shane Davis, Baylor University Catie Flynn, Tufts University Executive leadership buy-in and involving faculty early and often are essential to properly supporting accessibility policies and planning campus accessibility programs. Join Symplicity and a panel of accessibility professionals to discuss real examples of building awareness and engaging campus stakeholders, including executive leadership and faculty, to create an effective student success model that supports inclusivity. 235/Mesilla

Captioning for Wider Impact Eileen Hopkins, Ai-Media The world is full of great content – but much of it isn’t accessible to everyone which leaves people excluded. We’ve built our business to bridge this gap. Our thousands of hours of captioned content have enabled us to understand words and their impact. At every age, every-one should have the right to reach and maintain their full potential. Captioning offers that possibility. Don’t miss the opportunity! 220/Ruidoso

It’s in The Syllabus, But Not for Everyone Judd Rattner, CEO, Concourse What is the one document that every student in every course interacts with? The syllabus. But is every syllabus accessible to every student? Learn how Concourse can ensure all syllabi are fully accessible, plus promote disability support services across your entire institution. 230/Pecos

Enabling Student Success Through an Inclusive Learning Environment Scott Ready, Principal Strategist, Accessibility – Blackboard Creating an inclusive learning environment can benefit all students. In this session, we will discuss some of the challenges we face today and how you can improve accessibility through planning, design, and the use of available technology to create access for all learners. 215/San Miguel

NCCSD Health Science Think College Research 55 Thursday, July 19 Block 4, 2-3 pm 4.1 Shifting from “I Can’t” to “I Can’t Yet:” Coaching Strategies to Promote Equity and Excellence in All Students Christina Fabrey, M.Ed., Green Mountain College Jodi Sleeper-Triplett, B.A., JST Coaching Students with disabilities are often sent messages that label their abilities and impede their movement towards academic success. Mindset research challenges these labels and shows that effort is a means to success. Learn coaching strategies to help students see that their skills can be developed with effort. 27/Picuris 4.2 Establishing a Successful Accessible Media Program in Higher Education: A Overview of Workflows, Costs, and Next Steps at George Mason University (AVC) Courtney Ward, M.Ed., George Mason University Korey Singleton, Ph.D., George Mason University George Mason has created a proactive strategy for accessible media through strategic partnerships, a streamlined request process, online resources, and dedicated staff. We will highlight successes and failures and share ways to capture and track data for strategic marketing and relationship-building. 235/Mesilla 4.3 The Good Doctor: Individuals with ASD and Health Science Education Lisa Meeks, Ph.D., University of Michigan Medical School Michelle Rigler, Ed.D., University of Tennessee Chattanooga Jane Thierfeld Brown, Ed.D., College Autism Spectrum & Yale University ABC’s The Good Doctor makes for great television, but does it accurately portray the challenges inherent in health sciences education for individuals on the autism spectrum? We will identify accurate and inaccurate depictions in clips from the series and offer ways to address barriers unique to clinical education. 230/Pecos

Leadership ADA Coordinators Autism Spectrum NCCSD 56 Thursday, July 19 4.4 College to Career on the Spectrum Laurie Ackles, L.M.S.W., Rochester Institute of Technology Participants will be introduced to a collaborative approach between disability and career services professionals for assisting students on the autism spectrum in navigating the complexities of the job search and career preparation process, leading to a smoother transition to the workplace. 215/San Miguel 4.5 Resilience Isn’t Just for Students! We Need It Too Elizabeth G. Harrison, Ph.D., University of Dayton Resilience helps us push through the bumps and roadblocks we en- counter as we lead change on our campuses. We will consider what resilience is, why we need it, and where it comes from and explore tools to help strengthen resilience so we can continue our leadership and stay healthy in the process. 110/140, Aztec/Galisteo 4.6 Planning Accessible Events Jim Kessler, M.A., AHEAD Learn about what it takes to plan an accessible event or conference. From accessible emails and printed PR materials to the event space and parking to onsite communication access, events pose a number of potential barriers that careful planning can remediate. 29/31, Sandia/Santa Ana 4.7 Learning Strategy Instruction in Higher Education: What Do We Know and Where Could We Go? Adam Lalor, Ph.D., Landmark College Allison Lombardi, Ph.D., University of Connecticut Lyman Dukes III, Ph.D., University of South Florida St. Petersburg Michael Faggella-Luby, Ph.D., Texas Christian University We will provide a synthesis of published research on Learning Strategy Instruction for postsecondary students with disabilities. Implications of this research for disability services and learning professionals and opportunities for leadership on this topic will be discussed. 220/Ruidoso

NCCSD Health Science Think College Research 57 Thursday, July 19 4.8 Get Hands-On with Information at the NCCSD Clearinghouse Richard Allegra, M.S., National Center for College Students with Disabilities, AHEAD The National Center for College Students at AHEAD has been busy collecting information and resources for students, families, and college personnel. There’s a LOT available at our Clearinghouse and on the DREAM student organization site. Bring your laptops and phones to walk-through the resources. 18/Cochiti 4.9 If We Can Do It, So Can You: Set-up and Procedures for the University of Arizona’s Exam Administration Office Carsen Kipley, B.S., University of Arizona Barbara Lopez, B.S., University of Arizona Learn how we ensure accessible testing in over 2,500 courses per semes- ter through a combination of administering over 6,000 exams for faculty, supporting them in accommodating their own students, and providing them with resources to create accessible student assessments. 120/130, Dona Ana/Cimarron 4.10 What Are We Doing Around Here Anyway? Accommodations or Access? (AVC) Adam Meyer, Ph.D., University of Central Florida This session will explore the critical differences between “access” and “accommodation” and offer food for thought to guide you in shaping your daily work and campus messages so that they align with your true offfice purpose and mission. 115/Brazos 4.11 Keep Your Head in The Game by Creating Powerful Partnerships Kimberly B. Doran, M.Ed., The Ohio State University We will discuss how the partnerships created between student-athlete academic support offices and disability services can benefit all students. Open and transparent lines of communication around disability, accommodations, concussion protocols, and mental health maximize human resources and promote access across campus. 19/21, Isleta/Jemez Leadership ADA Coordinators Autism Spectrum NCCSD 58 Thursday, July 19 4.12 Chronically Educated: Strategies, Strengths, and Accommodations Created from the Chronic Illness Experience Gail Myers, M.S., University of Minnesota Crookston Chanel Myers, Ph.D., University of Minnesota Crookston Research on chronic illness focuses on negative effects that come as a result, yet many students describe strengths and benefits from the illness experience. Coping mechanisms and unique accommodations can allow a student to be sick and learn, to work on both the illness and the degree. Chronic illness may be a springboard to an elevated level of living and learning. 30/Taos 4.13 Accommodating the Unique Needs and Challenges of Graduate and Professional School Students Joanna Boval, M.A., University of California San Diego Timothy Montgomery, M.A., University of California San Francisco Students with disabilities enrolled in graduate programs (STEM and non- STEM), professional schools (Law, MBA), and certificate programs (in-class or on-line) often face different challenges than undergraduate students. Join this conversation to identify best practices with this population. 240/La Cienaga

Block 5, 4-5:30 pm 5.1 Awesome UDL Tools You Needed Yesterday Paul Brown, M.Ed., Texthelp Campus-wide, universal design for learning (UDL) used to be a possibility- now it’s a probability! Reading, writing, and math accessibility tools will be demonstrated. Learn about free and premium tools to make your college an accessible institution for all students. 240/La Cienega 5.2 How to Transform Your Institution: From Faculty Development to Campus-wide Partnerships for Accessible Course Development This combined session will provide you with a holistic perspective for initiating cultural change by helping faculty develop accessible courses. We will

NCCSD Health Science Think College Research 59 Thursday, July 19 focus on faculty training for accessible course design and highlight campus-wide collaborations that build awareness of the importance of accessible courses. 120/130, Dona Ana/Cimarron

Developing an Online Faculty Tutor for Accessible Course Development Zerrin Ondin, Ph.D., AMAC Accessibility Solutions and Research Center, Georgia Tech Carolyn Phillips, M.Ed., AMAC Accessibility Solutions and Research Center, Georgia Tech This session will present the essential components of a faculty development training for accessible course design through the description of a project, “An Online Tutor for Accessible Course Development” as an example.

Key Collaborations: Working with Faculty for Accessible Distance and Online Education Courtney Jarrett, Ed.D., Ball State University This presentation will focus on partnerships with other campus offices to support faculty in creating courses with accessible online content. Tips will be shared on best practices regarding these partnerships. 5.3 Flipped Classrooms in the Health Sciences Curriculum Linda Sullivan, M.A., Harvard University As pedagogical changes come to the health sciences, the accommodations necessary to ensure accessibility for students with disabilities change. Both virtually-delivered material and in-class discussions and activities must be designed with diversity and accessibility in mind. 19/21, Isleta/Jemez

5.4 Neurodiversity and Campus Culture Jane Thierfeld Brown, Ed.D, College Autism Spectrum & Yale University As the population of students who are neurodiverse increases, many in student affairs struggle to understand and appreciate the richness students on the autism spectrum bring to our communities. As Disability Services professionals, we must look to educate our campuses to broaden social acceptance. 215/San Miguel

Leadership ADA Coordinators Autism Spectrum NCCSD 60 Thursday, July 19 5.5 Embracing your Diversity and Identity as a Leader Enjie Hall, M.R.C., University of Toledo Katy Washington, J.D., University of North Texas Dan Standage, M.A., Student Veterans of America Tay McEdwards M.S.Ed., Oregon State University Deborah M. Jones, M.Ed., University of St. Thomas Zebadiah Hall, M.B.A., Valparaiso University Join a panel of your colleagues with diverse identities – race, gender, disability, sexual orientation – to discuss their experiences as leaders working to effect change. Does a leader’s personal identity impact how the message is received and the strategies that are effective? 30/Taos 5.6 Establishing Accommodations in Internships, Placements & Practica: Process & Policy L. Scott Lissner, The Ohio State University Practica (student teaching, medical placements, clerkships, etc.) stand at the intersection of work and education. This session will focus on the infrastructure necessary to meet access obligations while providing students a foundational experience in workplace access in their chosen profession. 110/140, Aztec/Galisteo 5.7 Building Social Justice Awareness Through the Curriculum: Using Academic Coursework to Increase Inclusion and Understanding Joanna Boval, M.A. in Counseling, UC San Diego Beth Ann Bryant-Richards, M.A., UNC Wilmington We will explore ways two universities have sought to increase understanding of disability and promote inclusion by leveraging general education requirements. We will share course content, objectives, readings, assignments, and classroom activities and provide strategies for offering similar courses. 29/31, Sandia/Santa Ana

NCCSD Health Science Think College Research 61 Thursday, July 19 5.8 Working to Change the Campus Climate: Research and Recommendations from the NCCSD (AVC) Sally Scott, Ph.D., NCCSD, AHEAD Wendy Harbour, Ed.D., NCCSD, AHEAD What do we know about campus climate and why it is important for students with disabilities? We will present an overview of research and the findings of two studies conducted by the National Center for College Students with Disabilities. Participants will discuss implications of the research and how to foster change on campus. 235/Mesilla 5.9 Career Focused Agenda: Partnership for Success Bea Awoniyi, Ph.D., Santa Fe College/Johnson Scholarship Foundation Elizabeth Delfs, J.D., Pearson Corporate Disability Mentorship Program Lady Hereford, Johnson Scholarship Foundation Malcolm Macleod, J.D., Johnson Scholarship Foundation Sharon Wood, Johnson Scholarship Foundation Graduation rates for students with disabilities and the under/unem- ployment rate of those who graduate remain stubbornly high compared to their counterparts. Presenters will explore programs, resources, and collaborations for replicable, career focused preparation for students and describe how the work of a foundation (Johnson Scholarship Foundation) and a corporate mentoring partnership (Pearson) can be better utilized by DSS professionals. 18/Cochiti 5.10 So Close and Yet So Far 2.0: Best Practices in Providing DSS Services on Multiple and Satellite Campuses Adam Kasarda, M.S., Alliant International University Katherine McDonald, M.S., Salisbury University Presenters will share experiences, strategies, procedures, and scenarios to assist disability service providers to foster and maintain effective relationships with students, faculty, and staff on satellite/multiple campuses to ensure accessible educational experiences, even at a distance. 27/Picuris

Leadership ADA Coordinators Autism Spectrum NCCSD 62 Thursday, July 19 5.11 Multiple Means of Inclusion: Creating a Campus Culture of Access and Universal Design Antonia Levy, M.A., CUNY Scholl of Professional Studies Christopher Leydon, Ph.D., CUNY School of Professional Studies We will report on initiatives at CUNY School of Professional Studies, which involve collaborative efforts among faculty, students, and staff. Best practices gleaned from research and experiences in implementation will be shared. Participants will be invited to strategize how to launch similar initiatives. 220/Ruidoso 5.12 Post-Concussion Symptoms: Enhancing Support for Students and Faculty (AVC) Chris Dallager, M.S.Ed., Carleton College Maddie Talamantes, B.A. in progress, Carleton College This presentation provides a review of research on the need to support students with post-concussion symptoms, reviews an interview proto- col to assess student need, and offers a range of supports from apps to academic accommodations to student support groups. 115/Brazos 5.13 Audio Description: Collaboration, Implementation, and Evaluation Elizabeth (Liz) Anh Thomson, Ph.D. candidate, University of Illinois Chicago This session will provide an overview of audio description, share a student end user’s experiences, offer a case example of collaboration with audio description, and discuss the challenges and benefits of implementing audio services. 230/Pecos

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Friday, July 20

7:45-8:45 am SIG & Committee Meetings (p. 9) 8-8:45 am AHEAD Talks (coffee/tea available; p. 66) 8:30 am-4:30 pm Registration Open, Northwest Foyer (Main Level) 9-11:30 am Exhibit Hall Open 9-10 am Concurrent Block 6 10-11:30 am Poster Session 2 w/Refreshment Break, Exhibit Hall 11:30 am-12:30 pm Concurrent Block 7 12:30-2 pm Lunch on your own 12:45-1:45 pm Lunch & Learn Sessions (p. 76) 2-4 pm Featured Presentations B (pp. 76-77) 4-4:30 pm Beverage Break 4:30-5:30 pm Concurrent Block 8 6:30-9 pm Awards Dinner & After Party,Ballroom A/B

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Embracing Helicopter Parents: Assets not Adversaries Amy Osborne, M.S., Thomas More College Parents of students with disabilities have been their student’s strongest advocate, so they face a dramatic change when the student enters college. How can we use the parent’s expertise while supporting student growth and self-sufficiency? How do we scaffold students as they embark on the next phase of their educational journies?

The Gifts of Imperfection in Disability Services Adam Crawford, M.S., The Ohio State University Many disability services professionals feel the weight of “being perfect.” We must juggle increasing workloads with stagnated resources, while not showing signs of burnout or making mistakes. Using Dr. Brene Brown’s best-selling book The Gifts of Imperfection, I will share my journey from struggling perfectionist to aspiring “good-enoughist.”

Sexual Violence and Rape–It’s Not Just About Title IX Paul Grossman, J.D., Hastings School of Law There is clear evidence of a relationship between surviving sexual assault and the onset or exacerbation of disabilities like PTS, insomnia, and anxiety disorder. This compels us to recognize the important legal and strategic advantages to addressing the needs of individuals who have experienced sexual assault as “individuals with disabilities” with accommodation rights under Section 504 and the ADA.

Leadership ADA Coordinators Autism Spectrum NCCSD 66 Friday, July 20 Block 6, 9-10 am 6.1 The Real Reasons Why Students with Mental Health Conditions May Struggle Academically (AVC) Michelle Mullen, M.S., UMass Medical School, Transitions Research and Training Center Brittany Stone, M.S., Rutgers University Amy Banko, M.S., Rutgers University Research suggests that deficits in executive functioning (EF) play a significant role in the high rate of attrition of students with mental health conditions. We will review a research-based, manualized cognitive remediation inter- vention (FAST) for targeting EF skills, academic implications, and strategies for developing EF skills. 115/Brazos 6.2 WCAG: Perceivable, Understandable, Operable, Robust (AVC) Cyndi Rowland, Ph.D., Director WebAIM, Utah State University We often hear and recommend the WCAG standard to our institutions, but do we know enough about it to be helpful beyond the original recommendation? Join the Director of WebAIM for a walk-through of the concepts, the levels, and the success criteria and hear how you can achieve the standard as well as where things can go awry. 235/Mesilla 6.3 Psychological Disabilities in Health Science Education and the Role of Disability Service Providers Dani Takai-Castioni, B.S., University of New Mexico School of Medicine Lisa Meeks, Ph.D., University of Michigan Health science students with disabilities experience overt and covert messages that they “do not belong.” We will review the experiences of students with psychological disabilities, the barriers they face, and opportunities for DS providers to work with institutional supports to ensure meaningful access. 29/31, Sandia/Santa Ana

NCCSD Health Science Think College Research 67 Friday, July 20 6.4 THRIVE: Supporting Students with ASD on Campus Tara Rowe, M.Ed., University of North Florida Learn about THRIVE, a sustainable peer-mentoring transition program to support the success of students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) in the classroom and on campus. Focusing on social, independent, and career skills, the no-fee program now serves over 145 students. 19/21, Isleta/Jemez 6.5 Balancing Your Budget Priorities Donna Johnson, M.A., University of Minnesota Sue Kroeger, Ed.D., University of Arizona Disability service providers focused on meaningful access and inclusion can find it difficult to balance spending on inclusive design with spending on staffing, technology, facilities, and programming. We will explore ways of rethinking how budget resources are allocated to effectively balance “what we must do” and “what we can do.” 230/Pecos 6.6 Establishing an Inclusive Direction for Campus Physical Environment Accessibility Gabriel Merrell, M.S., Oregon State University Peter Ploegman, M.A., National Louis University Many physical access barriers may be missed without direct focus from advocates. How can we push beyond foundational understandings of the ADA toward deeper conversations about access? Topics include facilities, transportation, rented properties, parking, and environmental sensitivity. 27/Picuris 6.7 Managing Transitions: Disability as a Component of the First-Year Experience Shailen Singh, Ph.D., Texas A&M-Central Texas First year students with disabilities must navigate their transition while conceptualizing their individualized identity (away from parents/guard- ians) as a disabled person. We will share insight into how First Year Expe- rience Practitioners can refine their practices to ensure productive transitions for students with disabilities. 120/130, Dona Ana/Cimarron Leadership ADA Coordinators Autism Spectrum NCCSD 68 Friday, July 20 6.8 Closing the Circle: Using Assessment to Identify and Address Issues Associated with Note-Taking Services Earlee Kerekes-Mishra, M.A., Oregon State University Tracy Bentley-Townlin, Ph.D., Oregon State University At Oregon State University, data from student and faculty satisfaction surveys and assessment identified the need to re-envision note taking accommodationsand formulate an action plan. Assessment data, research, and our implementation plan will be shared. 30/Taos 6.9 Achieving Career Success Through Effective Disclosure Renee Haack, M.A., Ball State University Disclosing disability early and in the right way is a very personal decision. As employers strive for a more diverse workforce, disclosing promotes advocacy and independence for achieving long-term success. We will discuss practical steps for how and when to disclose. 220/Ruidoso 6.10 Closer Collaborations: A College Model Cheryl Muller, M.Ed., Univeristy of Arizona Achieving sustainable, systemic change necessitates building relationships with academic colleges. Connecting with faculty and advisors allows us to understand the unique culture of each academic department, essential components of degree programs, and student experiences. It broadens our work from individual accommodations to environmental change. 23/25, Nambe/Navajo 6.11 Who is on the team? One Community College’s Game Plan Towards an Accessible Campus Emily Hinton, M.S.W, Waubonsee Community College Kelli Sinclair, M.S.Ed, Waubonsee Community College Accessibility impacts every area of an institution. It is imperative to include players from a cross-section of the campus in strategic accessibility planning. The presenters will share their vision, research, and experiences in developing and leading a cross-functional team at a community college. 18/Cochiti

NCCSD Health Science Think College Research 69 Friday, July 20 6.12 Closing the G.A.P.: Greek Accessibility Pathway Emily Quinn, M.Ed., University of Tennessee Chattanooga Michelle Rigler, Ed.D., University of Tennessee Chattanooga Aubrey Duman, M.Ed., University of Tennessee Chattanooga Greek organizations are marketed as open to everyone, but anecdotal reports suggest otherwise. The Greek Accessibility Pathway (G.A.P.) is an innovative program focused on creating a culture of access for students with disabilities within the fraternity and sorority community. 20/Laguna 6.13 Taking a Fresh Look at Document Accessibility: An Exploratory Study Examining How Students with Visual Impairments Interact with Accessible Documents Korey Singleton, Ph.D., George Mason University Kristine Neuber, Ph.D., George Mason University We will describe an exploratory study that examines how students with visual impairments interact with accessible documents (e.g., Word, PDF) and discuss the results and potential implications for designing accessible documents for users with visual impairments. 240/La Cienega

Poster Session 2, 10-11:30 am Exhibit Hall

Student Perceptions of Trauma Informed Care in Higher Education: Summary of Findings and Recommendations for Improved Practices Ashley Ellison, A.A., Eastern Washington University Susan Ruby, Ph.D., Eastern Washington University

Identifying Interventions That Work: A Longitudinal Transition Study Lyla Crawford, M.S., DO-IT, University of Washington

Show me the Money! Everything you Need to Know About Scholarships Ashley Ciccolini Erickson, M.Ed., Florida Atlantic University

Forming Effective Collaborations to Implement Creative Solutions for Accommodating Music Students with Visual Impairments Stuart Buckley, B.A., Florida Atlantic University

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Deaf Students Abroad: A Proactive and Collaborative Approach Stephanie Zito, M.A., National Deaf Center for Postsecondary Outcomes Lauren Kinast, M.A., National Deaf Center for Postsecondary Outcomes

Key Aspects of Transition Planning for Students with Disabilities Irina Tzoneva, Ph.D., Douglas College

Implementing Sustainable Change: How Humber College Deconstructed the Approach to Providing Note-taking Supports as an Academic Accommodation Nora Simpson, J.D., Humber College

Equitable Opportunity: The Impact of Disability Management Curriculum on Independent Living Status and Self-Sufficiency Eric Peebles, Ph.D., Auburn University

Exploring the Transformative Potential of the Social Model of Disability Jaski Kohli, Ed.D., California State University, East Bay

An Intermediate View of Assessing and Supporting Students with Dyslexia in Higher Education Gregory Richardson, Ph.D., Azusa Pacific University

Challenges, Needs, Perspectives, and Future for Higher Education for Students with Autism in Saudi Arabia Hamaed, Almutairi, Qassim University, Saudi Arabia

In the Mean Time (pun intended): Math/STEM Accessibility Through Accessibility Tutors, Campus Collaboration and Assistive Technology Aura Hirschman, M.S. Rehabilitation Counseling, Univ of Wisconsin- Milwaukee Jeb Willenbring, Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Shannon Aylesworth, B.A., University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Conducting a Program Review of the Disability Office Ann Knettler-Smith, M.A., Delaware State University Jean Ashmore, M.S., Emerita, Rice University; Consultant

Early Arrival Program for Students with ASD- Collaborating to Form Partnerships on Campus for Students’ Success Michelle Hayes, B.S., University of West Florida Sylvia Patterson, University of West Florida

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The Stories Behind Universal Design, Accessibility, and Diversity: A Video Curriculum for Faculty Marla Christine Roll, M.S., Colorado State University Anna Walker, M.O.T., Colorado State University Shannon Lavey, M.S., Colorado State University

Structure and Strategies: Supporting Individuals with High Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder Robyn Otty, OTD, OTR/L, BCPR, Touro University Nevada

Juggling the College Experience and Multiple Sclerosis: A Focus on Student Experiences Holly Hoffman, Ph.D., Central Michigan University Cheryl Geisthardt, Ph.D., Central Michigan University

Analyzing Academic Equity Gaps Among Undergraduate Students with Disabilities Debra Miller, M.A., Northern Illinois University

Block 7, 11:30 am-12:30 pm 7.1 Pinpointing the Pain Points of Case Review Valerie Hamilton, M.Ed., University of Washington Joe Andenmatten, M.A., University of Colorado Making difficult decisions about accommodation requests can be challenging at best and litigious at worst. In this interactive session, we will consider why case analysis with team members is important, examine different approaches to discussing cases, and have participants conduct a mini case review. 240/La Cienega 7.2 Wayfinding in a Digital World: Providing Accessible Campus Maps Lauren Copeland-Glenn, B.A., Northern Arizona University Jim Kessler, AHEAD Access to campus (orientation) information, which is readily available in electronic and print, is not available to blind/visually impaired students, who, after basic O&M training, have no resources for independent wayfinding. Integrating GIS “mapping “ and “word maps” is a feasible solution. 230/Pecos

Leadership ADA Coordinators Autism Spectrum NCCSD 72 Friday, July 20 7.3 Access in Health Sciences: Intermediaries in the Clinical Setting Barbara Blacklock, M.A., University of Minnesota This session will focus on using the interactive process, guided by the program’s technical standards, to determine when it is reasonable to use an intermediary, a pre-professional student hired to provide access to information crucial in making a full clinical assessment. Strategies for hiring, implementing, and onboarding an intermediary will be shared. 220/Ruidoso 7.4 Becoming Autism Confident Through Peer Mentoring and Leadership Martin Davis, B.S., University of Tennessee Chattanooga Amy Rutherford, M.Ed., University of Tennessee Chattanooga This presentation provides a framework for creating a comprehensive peer mentoring program. Through a credited class, mentors become Autism Confident advocates and support college student with ASD as they develop a better understanding of the full college experience and the social skills necessary to be successful. 18/Cochiti 7.5 Owning Up: Improving Results by Creating a Culture of Accountability Melanie Thornton, M.A., University of Arkansas Partners for Inclusive Communities While the term accountability often has negative associations, accountability in leadership is much broader. Holding ourselves and others accountable doesn’t have to be a punitive experience. Approached in a proactive way, accountability can transform an organization. We’ll explore the core competencies of accountable leadership and how they can lead to important results. 30/Taos 7.6 Dispute Resolution – A Response to “No!” (AVC) L. Scott Lissner, The Ohio State University We will use brief case studies to explore formal and informal tools for dispute resolution. Defining roles and responsibilities, balancing advocacy and compliance, and identifying decision-makers will define the boundary between the interactive process and complaints. We will identify

NCCSD Health Science Think College Research 73 Friday, July 20 best practice models and resources for considering “effective” and “essential” and developing policy and process for appeals. 115/Brazos 7.7 Barriers for Students with Invisible Disabilities: The Impact on Self-Advocacy and Accessing Accommodations (AVC) Debra Holzberg, Ph.D., University of North Carolina Greensboro Latacha Hamilton, Ph.D., St Jude Children’s Research Hospital Students with invisible disabilities who transition to postsecondary education have the option of disclosing their disability identities to receive support services. We will discuss the results and implications for practice of two studies: 1) student perceptions of self-identifying as disabled and 2) the effects of Self-Advocacy and Conflict Resolution (SACR) instruction on decisions to disclose. 235/Mesilla 7.8 Captioned Media, Is It Our Responsibility? Stephanie Zito, M.A., National Deaf Center Dave Litman, M.S.W., National Deaf Center Captions provide essential access for over 30 million Americans with hearing loss and benefit English language learners, students with other disabilities, and emerging readers. This presentation will focus on campus captioning policies and strategies to streamline the process. 29/31, Sandia/Santa Ana 7.9 Creating and Implementing a Pan-University Accessibility Reporting System Barbara Zunder, M.A., University of Virginia Deborah Berkeley, M.A., University of Virginia “Report A Barrier” is online software that allows anyone to report a barrier in the academic, digital, and built environments. We will discuss the major functional areas that were essential to successfully deploy this tool, the mechanics of the software, the communication flow, and how barriers are remediated. 19/21, Isleta/Jemez

Leadership ADA Coordinators Autism Spectrum NCCSD 74 Friday, July 20 7.10 Different Approaches to Disability Services Kelly Loftis-Dormer, M.A., Wayne State University Leslie Johnson, M.B.A., Michigan State University Two institutions will share their perspectives and strategies for managing large caseloads, determining and providing accommodations, using data and trends, and developing campus partners and liaisons. This presentation will have you thinking about “out of the box” approaches to maximize resources. 120/130, Dona Ana/Cimarron 7.11 Internationalizing the Curriculum: Is Everyone On-Board? Bea Awoniyi, Ph.D., Santa Fe College Claudia Connelly, M.S., Santa Fe College Vilma Fuentes, Ph.D., Santa Fe College The panel will describe how college faculty and administrators have made study abroad programs more accessible, taught students about achieving inclusive education worldwide, ensured online courses are inclusive, and trained administrators from other parts of the world to serve students with disabilities. 20/Laguna 7.12 Bridging the Crossroads: The Intersection of Trans* and Autism Identities Tay McEdwards, M.S.Ed., Oregon State University Teryn J. Robinson, M.A., Lake Forest College Cynthia Konrad, M.A., Oregon State University After reviewing the research on the co-occurrence of trans* and autism spectrum identities, we will review best practices and collaborations for serving both identity groups through universal design and social justice. Participants will brainstorm ways to increase student success and sense of belonging. 23/25, Nambe/Navajo 7.13 Documentation Review at a High-Stakes Testing Agency: How ETS Makes Accommodations Decisions Morgan Blisard, M.S.Ed., Educational Testing Services The documentation review process at ETS is highly individualized and requires consideration of the testtaker’s functional limitations, the legal landscape, test construct, score validity, and fairness to all testtakers. We will explain and provide examples of the review process and why ETS decisions differ from yours. 27/Picuris NCCSD Health Science Think College Research 75 Friday, July 20 Lunch & Learn Sessions, 12:45-1:45 pm

AHEAD: More than Just a Conference! Marcelle Jones, M.S., Purdue University Gavin Steiger, M.J.Ed., University of Houston Clear Lake If you are new to AHEAD or disability resources/services in higher education or want to learn more about AHEAD’s resources, this meeting is for you! Representatives from AHEAD’s Standing Committee on Membership Devel- opment and other AHEAD leaders will share the many resources available through AHEAD. We’ll highlight AHEAD’s online communities and resources, professional development events, and networking opportunities. 27/Picuris

Present at the 2019 Conference! Karen Pettus, Ph.D., University of South Carolina AHEAD is committed to supporting members’ professional development and fostering the diverse views and experience that newer members bring to our profession. Therefore, we are pleased to introduce a New Presenter Mentorship. If you haven’t presented at a national conference and are interested in taking that step at AHEAD’s 2019 Annual Conference in Boston, MA, join us for this session! We’ll talk about the call for presentations process, give you resources to support your proposal, and discuss plans for providing support throughout the year leading up to Boston. 29/31, Sandia/Santa Ana

Featured Presentations Block B, 2-4 pm B1 Legal Year in Review Paul Grossman, J.D., Hastings College of Law Jo Anne Simon, J.D., New York State Assembly AHEAD’s legal experts focus on ten legal developments in post-secondary and related disability law in the past year that every disability services professional should be aware of to fulfill their professional responsibilities. What is in store for us, in digital equality, with self-injurious students, etc., now that the Trump Administration has begun to impact federal civil rights policy? 30-minutes of Q&A. 115/Brazos

Leadership ADA Coordinators Autism Spectrum NCCSD 76 Friday, July 20 B2 Creative Approaches to Disability Justice: Entry Points on Campus for Awareness, Access, and Full Participation (AVC) Susan Burch, Ph.D., Middlebury College Joan Ostrove, Ph.D., Macalester College Sue Kroeger, Ed.D., University of Arizona Melanie Thornton, M.A., University of Arkansas Partners for Inclusive Communities How do we grow access and full participation in higher education? We’ll explore barriers and opportunities for disability justice work. Questions that frame this session include: Access to what? Participation for whom? What assumptions undergird goals, and how might we expand the boundaries of our imagination and work in these areas? Presenters will share examples and practical strategies. 235/Mesilla

Block 8, 4:30-5:30 pm 8.1 Evening the Score: The Value of Departmental Collaboration When it Comes to Working with Student Athletes Michelle Shaw, M.Ed., Florida Atlantic University Jacqueline Perez, Florida Atlantic University We know that students with disabilities face tremendous challenge when transitioning to postsecondary education. Student athletes with disabilities face additional time constraints along with their academic demands and may not have been diagnosed with a learning disability until college, creating the added challenge of understanding the disability. 18/Cochiti 8.2 Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology in Post Secondary Education (QIAT-PS) Janet Peters, M.Ed., Great Lakes ADA Center / University of Illinois Chicago Robert Gould, Ph.D, Great Lakes ADA Center / University of Illinois Chicago Quality Indicators for Assistive Technology in Post-Secondary education (QIAT-PS) aims to improve service delivery and use of assistive technology (AT). One of the tools of the QIAT-PS project is the Student Self-Evalua- tion Matrix, which allows students to rate themselves on their AT skills and

NCCSD Health Science Think College Research 77 Friday, July 20 assists them in enhancing self-awareness. 27/Picuris 8.3 Maintaining Professional Communication and Avoiding Microaggressions Christine Low, M.S.W., Icahn School of Medicine Students come to medical programs with differing levels of practice and comfort approaching instructors about accommodations. Faculty may be unfamiliar with the procedures and inadvertently create uncom- fortable and/or legally concerning situations. Join us to discuss professional communication around disability in medical programs. 29/31, Sandia/Santa Ana 8.4 Unplugged in the 505 Karla Paul, Ph.D. student, University of New Mexico We usually hear from professionals working with students on the spectrum when we really need to hear from students themselves. A panel of students with autism from the University of New Mexico will educate us with their experiences on campus. Bring your questions and be prepared to have your mind expanded by different ways of thinking. 220/Ruidoso 8.5 The Path to Access: How to Take the Lead and Get Others to Follow (AVC) Kristie Orr, Ph.D., Texas A&M University Katy Washington, J.D., University of North Texas Disability service providers can find themselves inappropriately expected to be completely responsible for access on their campus (and the access police), but being a leader does not mean doing it all! We will describe ways to engage other campus entities in thinking about access by developing alliances and partnerships. 235/Mesilla 8.6 Ensuring Systemic Approaches to Non-Academic Accommodations in Higher Education Gabriel Merrell, M.S., Oregon State University Some institutions funnel non-academic accommodation requests through the DS office; others have an ADA Coordinator, HR, or

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another non-DS staff address the requests. We’ll focus on public events, community member accommodations, employment accommodations, and student employment accommodations. Thoughtful, proactive planning will minimize surprises and enhance efficiency. 240/La Cienega 8.7 Doing More with Less: Incorporating Students into DRC Operations Beth Roland, University of Florida Insufficient staffing is achallenge for many disability resource centers. We will describe how we recruited and trained three graduate students from distinct programs as interns to address this challenge. They develop new presentation materials for faculty (including podcasts), develop student workshops, and provide disability management counseling. 30/Taos 8.8 Teaching Accessibility and Inclusive Design in Higher Education Curriculum: Benefits, Approaches and Resources Howard Kramer, M.A., University of Colorado Boulder & AHEAD Many mainstream tech firms are listing knowledge of accessibility is a “pre- ferred” job qualification. Through this and other significant shifts, there is increasing interest in accessibility, but preparing students with these new job skills lags behind. Learn how and why inclusive design topics should be covered in engineering, technology, media, computer science, design, and other college courses. 19/21, Isleta/Jemez 8.9 Animals on Campus – Beyond Guidance to Application Julie Ballanger, M.A., Southwest ADA Center Many of us know the laws guiding use of service and emotional support animals. We’ve read the FAQ documents, listened to webinars, and discussed specific situations with colleagues, yet the topic is still confounding. We will address the challenges, including ESAs in dorms and other campus areas, a “service dog” that is “really, possibly, maybe” just a pet, documentation from online sources, animals’ disruptive behavior, and much more. 115/Brazos

NCCSD Health Science Think College Research 79 Friday, July 20 8.10 Building Equity and Excellence in Disability Services: How to Encourage and Increase Ethnically Diverse Participation in Higher Education Services Karen Andrews, M.Ed., University of California, Irvine Jane Castillo, M.A., University of California Santa Barbara Doris Pierce, M.S., University of Central Arkansas We will discuss the provision of disability services to diverse, racial, and ethnic groups and examine the origins of bias and abuse that engendered a disproportionate mistrust of the education system from K-12 through higher education in communities of color. We will recommend strategies for increasing participation in disability services by historically underrepre- sented minorities. 120/130, Dona Ana/Cimarron 8.11 VCU LEAP: A College Prep and Health Sciences Pipeline Initiative Lisa Webb, Ed.D., Virginia Commonwealth University Debbie Roberts. M.Ed., Virginia Commonwealth University This session will introduce the VCU LEAP program as a model for college preparation and health sciences career exploration for students who are blind or vision-impaired. Essential components of the program and the use of assistive technology to expand access to STEM-H curriculum will be reviewed. 20/Laguna 8.12 Helping Your Students Improve Math Success: Learning Strategies, Apps, Mindset, Workshops, Accommodation, Jumping Prerequisites, and Substitutions Paul Nolting, Ph.D., Hillsborough Community College Amiee Stubs, Ed.S, St. Petersburg College Math is still the number one course in which students have difficulty, so DS providers need to understand how math courses affect students. Participants will learn math study skills, test anxiety reduction, affects of processing deficits, classroom accommodations, testing accommodations, bypassing prerequisites, substitution strategies, and how to address these issues. 230/Pecos

80 Friday, July 20 8.13 The Accessibility Scavenger Hunt: Empowering Students to Advocate for Campus Change Chris Lanterman, Ed.D., Northern Arizona University Lauren Copeland-Glenn, B.A., Northern Arizona University Colleges and universities have made efforts to address physical accessibility challenges through a variety of advocacy initiatives. This session focuses on an innovative approach that avoids the simulation methodology in fa- vor of a facilitated exploration of design features that enable or constrain equitable access and participation for individuals with disabilities. 23/25, Nambe/Navajo

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AHEAD B.O.D., Committees, Staff

AHEAD Board of Directors 2018-2019 Kristie Orr, President – Texas A&M University Amanda Kraus, President-Elect – University of Arizona Katy Washington, Secretary – University of North Texas Gaier Dietrich, Treasurer – High Tech Center Training Unit, California Community Colleges Lance Alexis, Director - Middle Tennessee State University Adam Crawford, Director – The Ohio State University Jen Dugger, Director - Portland State University Crystal Hill, Director - Texas Woman’s University Donna Johnson, Director – University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Lisa Meeks, Director - University of California, San Francisco Linda Nissenbaum, Director – St. Louis Community College-Meramec Campus Darshan Shah, Director – Fairleigh Dickinson University Chris Stone, University of North Carolina Wilmington Stephan J. Smith, Executive Director (ex-officio) - AHEAD AHEAD Standing Committee Chairs 2017-2018 Standing Committee on Diversity and Inclusion – Melanie Thornton, University of Arkansas Partners for Inclusive Communities Standing Committee on Professional Development – Margaret Camp, Clemson University Standing Committee on Public Policy-Scott Lissner, The Ohio State University Standing Committee on Member Development - Marcelle Jones, Purdue University AHEAD Professional Staff Richard Allegra, NCCSD* Associate Director of Outreach and Planning Carol Funckes, Chief Operating Officer Wendy Harbour, NCCSD* Director Oanh H. Huynh, Chief Financial Officer Jeremy Jarrell, Director of Innovation & Development Howard Kramer, Director of AHG** and Educational Support Systems Jane Ayres Johnston, Manager of Member Services Kim Richards, Administrative Assistant Sally Scott, Senior Research Associate/NCCSD* Senior Research Associate Valerie Spears, Manager of Communications and Events Stephan J. Smith, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer

*National Center for College Students with Disabilities **Accessing Higher Ground

The AHEAD staff is complemented by several talented part-time and contract professionals throughout the year.

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Andrea Agnew, University of South Alabama Kristin Jorenby, Metropolitan State Richard Allegra, AHEAD/NCCSD University Stephen Anderson, Hamline University Adam Kasarda, Alliant International Karen Andrews, University of California, University Irving Michael Kinney, Opportunities for Ohioans Bea Awoniyi, Santa Fe College with Disabilities Shannon Aylesworth, University of Wis- Kamisha Kirby, North Carolina State consin Milwaukee University Judy Bagley, Furman University Marcia Kolvitz, University of Tennessee Terra Beethe, Bellevue University Knoxville Debbie Bergtholdt, Pearson Gladys Loewen, Consultant Randy Borst, University at Buffalo Juliette Loring, University of Kansas Joanna Boval, University of California Susan Mann Dolce, University at Buffalo San Diego Kathy McGillivray, Augsburg University Andy Christensen, Carleton College Tawny McManus, University of Maryland, Geoffrey Colbert, Howard Community Baltimore County College Gabriel Merrell, Oregon State University Lori Colchagoff, University of Findlay Jenny Minsberg, Oklahoma City University Stacy Collins, Stetson University Priscilla Mint, Johns Hopkins University Lauren Copeland-Glenn, Northern Arizona Michelle Mitchell, Lehigh Carbon University Community College Glennis Daniels-Bacchus, College of Cheryl Muller, University of Arizona Southern Maryland Emily Norenberg, University of Minnesota Mirian Detres-Hickey, Queens College Duluth Sharon Downs, University of Arkansas Jason Northrup, George Mason University Little Rock Robert Plienis, Randolph-Macon College Catherine Dugan, Indiana University of Ramesh Poluru Pennsylvania Tabitha Pope, Southern Nazarene University Kaye Ellis, Tulsa Community College Ellen Rainville, Western New England Renee Haack, Ball State University University Wink Harner, The Foreign Type Farhan Abdul Rauf Lois Harris, The Ohio State University Pam Rea, University of Central Florida Jewls Harris, Portland State University Stacey Reycraft, University of Mississippi Joseph Hartsoe, Texas A&M Susie Rood, University of Wisconsin Brad Held, University of Central Florida Stevens Point Aura Hirschman, University of Wisconsin Karen Saracusa, University of Mount Milwaukee Union Matthew Hoekstra, University of Wesley Satterwhite, Western Carolina Minnesota Morris University Holly Hoffman, Central Michigan University Christine Scherer, Northwestern University Euchay Ngozi Horsman, University of Marci Shaffer, Consultant Arkansas Little Rock Michelle Shaw, Florida Atlantic University Jacqueline Huggins Emily Shryock, University of Texas Terri Ingles, Illinois Central College Elizabetth Spingola, Virginia Tech Tia Ivanko, National Deaf Center for Jason Springer, Snow College Postsecondary Outcomes Gavin Steiger, University of Houston- Courtney Jarrett, Ball State University Clear Lake Donna Johnson, University of Minnesota Arlene Stinson, Mercer County Community Asha Jones, San Diego State University College 86 Chris Stone, University of North Carolina Wilmington Heather Stout, Washington University in St. Louis The AHEAD Start Academy David Thomas, University of the Arts for new disability resource professionals April N. Thompson, Temple University Lisa Toft, University of Southern October 27 & 28, 2018 California The Hyatt Regency St. Louis at the Arch Jack Trammell, Randolph-Macon College Irina Tzoneva, Douglas College Tina Vires, Winthrop University Katy Washington, University of North Texas Thomas Webb, Wright State University Lisa Webb, Virginia Commonwealth University Cate Weir, University of Massachusetts Boston Todd Weissenberger, The University of Iowa Warren Whitaker, University of San Diego Susan Willemin, Townson University Kristina Wilson, Northwestern University Linda Yau, The City University of New York

Exhibit Hall Map

The 2018 Exhibit Hall is located in Hall 4 on the Main Level. This floor plan is subject to change as required by the Albuquerque Fire Marshall on final inspection and/or by conference management.

89 Thank You to Our 2018 Sponsors! 247 Accessible Documents Pte. Ltd. Booth 405 AIMED AT MAKING ACCESSIBILITY EASY TO ACHIEVE. Making documents accessible to all! Our Accessible PDF, Accessible Word, and Accessible PowerPoint services ensure that the documents are accessible per the accessibility standards & guidelines Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504, Section 508 and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) etc. & tested by people with disabilities. https://247accessibledocuments.com/Index.aspx Access Innovation Media Pty Ltd. Booth 504 Ai-Media provides quality captions for lectures, live events, recorded materials. We believe every piece of content should be accessible to everyone and we’re working on it, one word at a time. www.ai-media.tv Alternative Communication Services Booth 603/605 Alternative Communication Services, LLC provides communication text solutions for students who are deaf or hard of hearing in higher education. We not only provide CART, remote CART, captioning and Text Interpreting (TypeWell) for schools, we provide technical support, training and education to everyone involved in the process. Let us show you why we are the alternative! www. familycaption.com Blackboard Inc. Booth 516 Blackboard is the world’s leading education technology company. We challenge conventional thinking and advance new models of learning in order to reimagine education and make it more accessible, engaging, and relevant to the modern-day learner and the institutions that serve them. For more information about Blackboard, please visit www.blackboard.com CaptionAccess Booth 513 CaptionAccess provides live and post-production captioning and video-remote interpreting services (and unrivaled customer service!). It is certified as a Disability-Owned Business Enterprise (DOBE) by the U.S. Business Leadership Network. https://www.captionaccess.com

90 Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification Booth 404 The Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC), the world’s largest rehabilitation counseling organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities, sets the standard for competent delivery of quality rehabilitation counseling services through its nationally accredited and internationally recognized Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) certification program. For more information visit www.crccertification.com Concourse, by Intellidemia Booth 312 Concourse. Superior Syllabus Management since 2007. Our leading, fully accessible, cloud-based platform allows you to manage syllabus templates, achieve consistency, run reports, expand access, ensure compliance, and streamline workflow from within your existing environment, seamlessly.intellidemia.com Deaf Services Unlimited Booth 301 Deaf Services Unlimited is a communication accessibility provider, offering sign language interpreting and captioning services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals. Services are conveniently available on-site or remotely, 24/7/365 Deaf. www.deafservicesunlimited.com Equidox by Onix Booth 509 Equidox by Onix™ empowers organizations to easily and cost effectively convert inaccessible PDFs into WCAG 2.0 AA-compliant HTML and accessible PDF and EPUB 2 content. Leverage the Equidox web-based conversion tool for in-house document remediation or outsource your project to our PDF Conversion Ser- vices team. https://equidox.co/ Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) Booth 417 Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) is the leading food allergy non-profit and focuses on supporting the quality of life and health of individuals with food allergies. FARE’s College Program supports colleges, universities and students working together to create a safer, more inclusive college environment for students managing food allergies. www.foodallergy.org

91 Thank You to Our 2018 Sponsors! J & M Distribution Booth 308 Non-Invasive drug free pain reliever. Used by physicians and facilities across the country for rehabilitation and pain relief for over seventeen years. www.truestim.com OrCam Technologies Booth 201 The OrCam MyEye assistive technology device instantly and discreetly reads any printed and digital text, from any surface – including newspapers, books, computer and smartphone screens, restaurant menus, labels on supermarket products and street signs – as well as recognizes individual people and products. www.orcam.com Phonak Booth 213 The mission of the Phonak Work Life team is to provide innovate hearing solutions, accommodations on guidance, and education on for students transitioning to postsecondary education and the workplace. We believe that a holistic approach is necessary which considers solutions beyond a hearing aid. us.more- thanahearingaid.com Premier Visual Voice, LLC Booth 200 Delivering Global Accessibility and Inclusion. Services include remote and onsite live-event captioning, video/media captioning, video remote interpreting (ASL), speech translation, captioning for the blind (audio description), legal/medical/ general transcription services. www.premiervisualvoice.com Sonocent, LLC. Booth 317 Sonocent’s software helps students take notes effectively and independently. Scaffolding the note-taking process by combining audio, slides, and visual cues such as color highlighting helps students master this vital skill. www.sonocent.com Symplicity Booth 416 Symplicity creates solutions that help more than 1,200 institutions worldwide effectively connect students to the resources they need to succeed during and after college. Symplicity provides tools that help ensure students’ ability to thrive and that help provide the best possible student experience. www.symplicity.com 92 Verbit Software Ltd. Booth 305 Verbit’s transcription and captioning services provide clients with 99% accura- cy thanks to its custom automated speech recognition AI technology. With a vision to become the search engine for the world’s voice, Verbit’s customizable and affordable end-to-end solution raises the industry standard to a new level. https://verbit.ai/ Wiley For over 200 years Wiley have been helping people and organizations develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed. Published by Wiley, Disability Compliance for Higher Education features up-to-date news on the latest legal developments and innovative practices for disability services providers. For more information please visit www.wileyonlinelibrary.com

93 Exhibitor Directory 3Play Media Booth 205 3Play Media provides closed captioning, transcription, and audio description to more than 2,500 customers in higher education, enterprise, entertainment, and government. 3Play Media simplifies the process of making videos accessible. www.3playmedia.com Accessible Information Management LLC Booth 203 Accessible Information Management provides disability service offices with an online database system that manages, tracks, and provides metrics on all student requests for accommodations and services. Not only does it streamline services, but it also allows students to select accommodations and provides a method of real time tracking of information. www.accessiblelearning.com Ai Squared/Freedom Scientific/Optelec/The Paciello Group Booth 401 VFO is the world’s leading assistive technology provider for the visually impaired. On their own, our brands Ai Squared, Freedom Scientific, Optelec, and The Paciello Group have a long history of developing and providing innovative solutions for blind and low vision individuals, helping them to reach their full potential. www.vfogroup.com AMAC Accessibility Booth 421 AMAC Accessibility is committed to the promotion of technological innovation and the development of user-centered research, products, and services for individuals with disabilities. We address unmet needs in higher education, government, nonprofits, and corporations by providing accessible media, training, and inclusive environments for the universal benefit of all people. www.amacusg.org American Printing House for the Blind Booth 220 The American Printing House for the Blind is the worldwide leader in designing innovative lifelong learning solutions for children and adults who are blind or visually impaired. We level the learning playing field by providing specialized technology, materials, products, and services that are essential for education and life. www.aph.org

94 Exhibitor Directory Automatic Sync Technologies Booth 105 CaptionSync by AST was developed more than ten years ago, in collaboration with a team of expert advisers from higher education and with funding from an SBIR grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Today AST’s CaptionSync service is the most cost-efficient, high quality, transcription and captioning- ser vice available. www.automaticsync.com/captionsync Baylor College of Medicine Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences Booth 500 Located in the world’s largest medical center in Houston, Texas, we provide the resources, opportunities, research environment, support, mentorship, and education you need to reach your full potential as a scientist, a professional, and an individual. Our graduate school offers Ph.D., summer research, post-baccalau- reate, and MD-Ph.D. programs. www.bcm.edu/gradschool Beacon College Booth 217 Beacon College, a private nonprofit college in Leesburg, Florida, is the first accredited institution of higher learning to award bachelor’s degrees exclusively to students with dyslexia, ADHD, or other specific learning disabilities. Beacon College’s distinctive mission focuses on the academic and career success of our students. www.beaconcollege.edu Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program and Fulbright U.S. Student Program Booth 319 The Fulbright Program is the flagship international educational exchange program sponsored by the U.S. government and is designed to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries (us.fulbrightonline.org). The U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship is a grant program that enables students of limited financial means to study or intern abroad, thereby gaining skills critical to our national security and economic prosperity. www.gilmanscholarship.org BioGAP Booth 620 BioGAP: 42-member biomedical graduate institutions and are a special interest chapter of the National Association of Graduate Admissions Profession- als (NAGAP). We are working to identify students with disabilities who have demonstrated high motivation, persistence and achievement in STEM fields, and are eager to work in science and engineering research and development. 95 Exhibitor Directory The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Booth 219 The Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation promotes the health, well-being, and independence of people living with paralysis, a spinal cord injury, or mobil- ity impairment as well as their caregivers and families by providing free comprehensive information, resourcesm, and referral services in order to achieve a better quality of life. www.christopherreeve.org Clearview Captioning Booth 503 Clearview Captioning provides communication (CART and C-Print) and interpreting services. Our remote captioning services are available virtually anywhere in the USA. Clearview carefully adheres to al RID standards while maintaining top quality performance to Match the needs of consumers. Quotes and demos available www.clearviewcaptioning. com (844-5-CAPTION). The College Diabetes Network Booth 517 The College Diabetes Network (CDN) is a national nonprofit organization, whose mission is to provide innovative peer-based programs which connect and empower students and young professionals to thrive with diabetes. From high school to entering the working world, CDN provides the tools and connections relevant to young adult’s lives. www.collegediabetesnetwork.org Delta Alpha Pi International Honor Society (DAPi) Booth 211 Delta Alpha Pi International Honor Society (DAPi) is the premier academic col- legiate honorary recognizing high-achieving students with disabilities. DAPi has over 140 chapters at colleges/universities in 34 states and DC. DAPi provides opportunities for leadership, advocacy, and education regarding disability issues and one annual scholarship for an active member. www.deltaalphapihonorsociety.org Disability Access Information and Support (DAIS) Booth 419 Disability Access Information and Support (DAIS) provides online professional development courses, program/site reviews, and more to institutions of higher education and professionals in the field of disability services. DAIS President Jane Jarrow provides these services and welcomes the opportunity to provide technical assistance to the DSS community. www.daisclasses.com

96 Exhibitor Directory Docsoft Inc. Booth 101 Docsoft AV: is a software and hardware package or “appliance” that can au- tomatically create close captioning for digital media files. Docsoft provides its customers with a way to bring close captioning in house that will save both time and money. Make your video compliant with the laws. www.docsoft.com DO-IT, University of Washington Booth 505 DO-IT serves to increase the success of individuals with disabilities in college and careers. This year, the exhibit features materials from the AccessComputing and AccessEngineering projects. These projects engage faculty and students nationwide in efforts to make computing and engineering content accessible to all students. www.washington.edu/doit eCaptions Booth 221 eCaptions has been providing high quality CART captioning services for over twenty years. At eCaptions we are dedicated to the success of your hard-of- hearing students and faculty. We make it possible for them to participate with confidence. Our business is built on high quality services, flexibility, and rapid response times. www.ecaptions.com The Education Plan Booth 501 Have you heard of The Education Plan? It’s New Mexico’s 529 College Savings Plan. Residents can deduct 100% of contributions each year on state taxes. Gains are tax free. Opening balance is just $25. Spendable at schools nationwide on tuition, room & board, books, etc. TheEdu- cationPlan.com Hamilton CapTel Booth 520 When individuals with hearing loss connect on the phone with family, friends, and businesses – the results can be life-changing. Whether you’re looking for a traditional telephone experience, a new option at work, or an on-the-go mobile app – Hamilton® CapTel® has a solution that’s right for you. www.hamiltoncaptel.com

97 Exhibitor Directory JST Coaching & Training Booth 403 JST Coaching & Training is the leading authority on academic and EF coaching. We deliver customized training that equips DSS professionals and institutions with the skills they need to create transformational change with students. Through our proprietary, research-based process, students build motivation and achievement, leading to increased self-determination in college and beyond. www.jstcoaching.com Kurzweil Education Booth 204 Kurzweil Education enables learners to access curricula, build literacy skills, and make real academic progress with k1000 for students with blindness or low vision and k3000 for learning differences. www.kurzweiledu.com Matchware Booth 209 MatchWare is a global leader in assistive technology mind-mapping software. MindView AT is optimized for students with learning disabilities to organize ideas visually and export into multiple formats (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.). www.matchware.com/assistive-technology-software National Braille Press Booth 612 National Braille Press is a non-profit braille publisher that promotes literacy for blind children through outreach programs and providing access to information by producing information in braille for blind children and adults. We produce braille and tactile graphics for standardized tests and textbooks. “Braille is our middle name!” www.nbp.org National Center for College Students with Disabilities (NCCSD) Booth 109 The NCCSD housed at AHEAD offers a clearinghouse of information and resources, online training, research you can use, and individualized technical assistance to students, families, and all those involved in higher education and disability. nccsdonline.org National Deaf Center on Postsecondary Outcomes (NDC) Booth 212 Visit our booth to find out why and how educational attainment narrows the employment gap between deaf and hearing people. Meet our staff and obtain postsecondary outcome data, guidance for designing accessible environments, and integrating systems. Explore resources, eLearning opportunities and our new interactive online game for deaf students. www.nationaldeafcenter.org Exhibitor Directory National Industries for the Blind Booth 521 NIB’s employment support services programs provide people who are blind with a wide range of career options that suit their interests, goals, and capabili- ties. NIB and its nationwide network of associated agencies have career opportunities for people of all experience levels and professional backgrounds. These rewarding and challenging positions are helping thousands of people who are blind achieve greater independence through meaningful employment. www.nib.org National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, Library of Congress Booth 604 The National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS), Library of Congress, administers a free national library program that provides braille and recorded materials to people who cannot see or handle print materials through a network of libraries across the United States and to American citizens living abroad. www.loc.gov/nls Notetaking Express Booth 208 Note taking Express provides a blended learning solution for students with cognitive processing issues using audio and video recordings, techniques to add text and scribble pad images, and a remote human notetaking service. www. notetakingexpress.com Portal Booth 304 Portal has created a revolutionary system to enable hands-free access to motor- ized public entryways through a simple device and accompanying app as well as manage the maintenance and compliance of accessible entryways with real time data. portalentryways.com QuickCaption, Inc. Booth 321 QuickCaption is California’s leading provider of CART Captioning Services for Persons with Hearing Loss for onsite and remote academic courses, live web- streams of special events, and in-venue and live webstream captioning of Ori- entations, Commencements, Convocations, and other university-wide events. www.QuickCaption.com

99 Exhibitor Directory Rutgers- School of Health Professions Booth 519 Integrated Employment Institute is a program within the Department of Psychi- atric Rehabilitation, School of Health Professions, at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. IEI conducts research, provides cost effective professional development, education and technical assistance necessary to achieve career parity for adults and transition age youth impacted by mental health conditions. sComm Booth 420 sComm is the manufacturer of the UbiDuo 2 communication device. The UbiD- uo 2 enables deaf, hard of hearing, and hearing individuals to communicate with each other face-to-face anywhere on campus when the interpreter is not available. The UbiDuo 2 allows deaf or hard of hearing people to interact freely with hearing people anywhere, anytime, in the work and social settings on campus. www.sComm.com Spellex Corporation Booth 608 Since 1988, Spellex has been a global leader in Assistive Technology solutions by providing corporations, government, and academia with high-quality and cost-effective AT solutions. Spellex’s flagship product, Spellex Write-Assist provides students and professionals with dyslexia and other communication disorders the tools necessary to improve their spelling and literacy. www. spellex.com Sprint Accessibility Booth 303 Sprint Accessibility: Bridging the telecommunications gap for people with disabilities. A full suite of services includes: Sprint IP Relay, Sprint CapTel, Sprint Teleconference Captioning, Sprint Relay and Sprint Vision Stores. www.sprint. com/accessibility T-Base Communications Booth 316 T-Base produces accessible instructional materials in braille, reflowed large print, e-Text, audio, EPUB, and accessible PDF; uses an automated software solution for 2x faster turnaround; and provides world-class tactile graphics. www.tbase.com

100 Exhibitor Directory TechnoPro Computer Solutions Inc Booth 511 Clockwork Enterprise Solutions is a comprehensive management system for disabilities services departments, offering a single solution to supporting the needs of disabled students in a postsecondary environment. Discuss the latest addition to our product; a Hosted “Full Version Clockwork” and the new Web Version of our Veterans module, now available in subscription form. Streamline management and accelerate productivity through this simple, but powerful application. www.clockworks.ca/#/ Texthelp Booth 400 Hello we’re Texthelp. We believe that literacy is every student’s passport to success. It’s our genuine desire to help students understand, learn and express themselves. We create smart, user-friendly literacy and learning solutions, that provide the support each student needs; through reading, writing, STEM, and research. www.texthelp.com Think College, Institute for Community Inclusion, UMass Boston Booth 121 Think College is a national organization dedicated to developing, expanding, and improving inclusive higher education options for people with intellectual disability. With a commitment to equity and excellence, Think College supports evidence-based research and practice by generating and sharing knowledge, guiding institutional change, informing policy, and engaging with students, professionals and families. https://thinkcollege.net University of California, Irvine-SOM Medical Scientist Training Program Booth 103 The UCI Medical Scientist Training Program is a dual MD/Ph.D. program that seeks to train individuals to contribute to advances in research, and to apply those advances to the field of medical care. We are an eight-year fully-funded program and allow our students to pursue a Ph.D. in any field. www.mstp.uci.edu uSked (an Access Interpreting LLC Company) Booth #320 uSked is a scheduling software that enables seamless coordination of disability services. Built by an interpreting agency that has served university campuses for over a decade, uSked has the tools to coordinate accommodations, process invoices, and prepare reports. If you wish service coordination at your institution was easier, let’s talk! http://usked.com

101 Special Exhibits The 70273 Project Booth 609 Through the Aktion T4 program, Nazis murdered 70,273 disabled people deemed “life unworthy of life” between 1940-1941. This project is collecting quilt blocks from around the world and making quilts to commemorate each life and ensure that we never forget this atrocity. Conference attendees will have the opportunity to make a quilt block and commemorate a life; no sewing or quilting skills required!. www.the70273project.org Photo Voice Exhibit AHEAD is pleased to welcome Neelam Agarwal, Ed.D. and the Photo Voice project from the University of Texas at El Paso. The Photovoice method, is an evidence-based practice that has proved successful in engaging people with disabilities. At UTEP, Photovoice participants were primarily majority-minority students who experience the societal marginalization of living with a visible or non-apparent disability. Fifteen participants took pictures and wrote stories about issues that impact them. The exhibit provided insight about the students’ experiences, concerns, and successes to university stakeholders and community partners. Attendees can access this display in the Exhibit Hall.

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Convention Center Maps 215/San Miguel 230/Pecos 220/Ruidoso Ballroom A/B UPPER LEVEL Restroom All-Gender Skybridge 240/La Cienega 235/Mesilla

104 Convention Center Maps MAIN LEVEL Exhibit Hall 120/130, Dona Ana/Cimarron 115/Brazos 110/140, Galisteo/Aztec Exhibit Hall

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LOWER LEVEL 15/16, Acoma/Zuni 18/Cochiti 30/Taos 20/Laguna 28/Santa Domingo 17/Apache 19/21, Isleta/Jemez 23/25, Nambe/Navajo 27/Picuris 29/30, Sandia/Santa Ana Sensory Room, 10/Anasazi Quiet Room, 17/Apache

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