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CONNECT Retreat 2007
Coming Together to Make an Impact

On the weekend of September 14, students from Grand Valley State University and Saginaw Valley State University, along with CCL staff, gathered at the Leaven Center in Lyons, Michigan for the second Annual CONNECT Retreat.
 
Students and staff took time to learn more about their own disability history, pride, and culture.  Participants reflected on what it meant to be part of this rich history in the disability movement. In addition, participants spent time exploring their personal involvement in the movement. Each participant put together a personal book that helped them investigate themselves (strengths, weaknesses, values, etc.) and learn more about their leadership style(s). 

Participants also discussed how, as a group, they could make an impact on the disability rights movement in Michigan. On Sunday, students held a brainstorming session on how to get more students involved with the CONNECT network and the greater disability rights movement. 

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What’s New?

NEW ONLINE COMMUNITIES

You can now join CONNECT on MySpace CONNECT’s user name is CONNECT
You can now join CONNECT on Facebook, just search groups and type in CONNECT.

DISABILITY SPOTLIGHT

CONNECT is gathering stories of student disability organizations who have done disability activism on their campus to be featured on the CONNECT website and in future CONNECT E-Zines. Send your name, organization and a short story of what you did.

PROUD and POWERFUL

CONNECT is gathering stories, pictures, artwork, songs, etc. of times when you felt personal pride and power to share with others with the goal of inspiring leaders. Find out what other people have submitted go to Proud and Powerful.
All Submissions to the CONNECT E-Zine can be made by:
Email: CONNECT@prosynergy.org
Fax: 517-333-2677
Mail: CONNECT, 780 W. Lake Lansing Rd., Ste 200, East Lansing, MI  48823

By submitting your work, you agree that your submissions can be shared publicly through our materials.

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Join the Movement: Make an Impact

• Learn how to start a student group on your campus
• Receive a copy of the “Lead On” handbook
• Network with other students and advisors from around the state
• Attend state wide retreats

For information on how to join CONNECT, email CONNECT@prosynergy.org or call (517) 333.2477 ext 326

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Resources

Internships

AAPD Federal IT Internship

The AAPD Federal IT Internship is a paid summer internship in Federal agency offices in Washington, D.C.  It gives college/university students with disabilities from around the country the opportunity to gain real-world work experiences and further enhance employment opportunities, while also providing them the ability to perfect their information technology (IT) skills. 
Applications are due December 14, 2007 
For more information go to AAPD

AAPD Congressional Internship

The AAPD Congressional Internship is a paid summer internship that gives college/university students with disabilities from around the country the chance to obtain first hand knowledge of the legislative and political process by working in Congressional offices in Washington, DC.
Applications are due December 14, 2007
For more information go to AAPD

Emerging Leaders

Emerging Leaders is a highly competitive program that places college students with disabilities in fulfilling summer internships and provides them with leadership development opportunities. They partner with businesses to help them find outstanding young talent while also considering diversity and inclusion in their hiring practices.
Applications are due December 31, 2007
For more information go to Emerging Leaders

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Scholarships

Band of Angels

The Ralph E. Waltenbaugh Scholarship Fund provides for post-high school education for people with Down Syndrome. 
To Apply go to Band of Angels

Lilly Reintegration Scholarship

The Lilly Reintegration Scholarship is available to students with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizophreniform disorder or schizoaffective disorder and be currently receiving medical treatment for the disease, including medications and psychiatric follow-up. Student must be involved in rehabilitative or reintegration efforts, such as clubhouse membership, part-time work, volunteer efforts or school enrollment to be eligible for this award.
Applications are due January 19, 2008
To apply go to Reintegration

1-800-Wheelchair Scholarship

The 1-800-Wheelchair Scholarship Fund is available to undergraduate students enrolled in an accredited college or university in the U.S. Students must be a legal resident of the U.S. or hold a valid student visa and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference is given to students with mobility disabilities.
Applications are due December 20, 2007
To apply go to 1800Wheelchair

AG Bell College Scholarship

The Alexander Graham Bell College Scholarship is open to students with moderate to profound hearing loss. Preference is given to undergraduates. To be eligible for this award, students must have had a hearing loss since birth or before acquiring spoken language in the speech frequencies of 500, 1000 and 2000 Hz and be committed to using spoken language as a primary mode of communication.
Applications are due March 1, 2008
To apply go to AG BELL

Children's Oncology Services Education Fund Scholarship

The Children's Oncology Services Education Fund Scholarship is available to cancer patients and survivors seeking secondary education. Students must be a resident of, or have received treatment in, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan or Wisconsin.
Applications are due March 15, 2008
To apply go to Children's Oncology Services

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Leadership Opportunities

DMI Scholars

The DMI Scholars is a “Public Policy 101” for young people who want to shape the direction of our country.  College sophomores and juniors who have demonstrated commitment to advocating for fairness and equity, strong communication skills and an interest in exploring public policy as a vehicle for their activism. 
Applications are taken on rolling bases November 1, 2007 to January 27, 2008
To apply go to: Drum Major Institute

National Alliance of Blind Students

National Alliance of Blind Students is a national organization of blind and visually impaired high school and college students who believe that every blind and visually impaired student has the right to an equal and accessible education. With the support of teachers, family and friends, they promote leadership and advocacy. They encourage blind and visually impaired students to challenge their limits and reach their potential
To learn more about this organization go to Blind Students

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Subscription Information

To subscribe to the CONNECT E-Zine, please send an email to CONNECT@prosynergy.org with "Subscribe" in the subject line. If you need to receive the E-Zine in an alternative format such as large print or plain text, please note that in the email or call 1-866-532-2669.

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