Disability Awareness Month 2019

Student Accommodations: It's Easier than you Think

Julie Hessel & Tracy Dusseau; Thursday October 3, 12-1pm, CC210

Meeting the needs of diverse learners can, at first glance, seem difficult and overwhelming. There may be times when you think “I want to support student success but this is over my head - I’m not an expert on disabilities”. 

In this workshop, CFAR staff will review the student accommodation process; discuss updates to the faculty notification letter, and examine ways to understand and implement approved accommodations. You will leave the session knowing when to reach out for assistance and who to contact for support. Remember, you don’t have to be the expert - the experts are just a call away.

Technology Tools for Success

Dionna Camp & Tracy Dusseau; Wednesday October 9, 1-2pm, CC210

Get an inside look at CFAR's New Technology Tools for Success resource that consists of various free and low-cost applications to assist with Reading, Writing, Organization, Well-Being, and more! Helpful for students, staff, and faculty. 

Inclusive Design 24

Thursday October 10, 10am-5pm, Learning Innovation Center (WH111) 

Inclusive Design 24 (#id24) is a free 24-hour online event for the global community. It celebrates inclusive design and shares knowledge and ideas from analogue to digital, from design to development, from planners to practitioners, and everything to everyone in between. 

Pizza will be provided and you can feel free to drop in and out as your schedule allows. This screening is a collaboration between the Library, LInC, and CFAR. 

The Four Power Factors: When Pain Changes

A Mind, Body, and Soul Lunch Session with Dr. Kevin Cuccaro; Thursday October 10, 12-1pm, CC210

Pain is a human experience. It is inevitable that each of us will experience varying degrees pain at some point in our lives. There are better options when dealing with chronic pain than just management - but it requires a different way of thinking and radical honesty. Join physician, consultant, and pain expert Dr. Cuccaro of Straight Shot Health as he works to change society's understanding of pain and improve pain treatment outcomes. 

College Students and Mental Health 

Linn County Mental Health; Friday October 11, 12-1pm, CC210

It is common for college students to feel anxious as they try to balance school, work, friends and family. Across the nation, 85% of college students report feeling overwhelmed by everything they juggle during an academic year and 39% experienced a significant mental health issue. 

Do you, or someone close to you, experience a mental health issue that negatively impacts daily life? This workshop will explore effective coping strategies, offer ways to support to those who are struggling, and highlight community resources available in Linn and Benton Counties.

Let's Get into a Group

Kellie Sturgeon & Tracy Dusseau; Monday October 14, 12-1pm, CC210

Do you cringe or think about running out of class when you hear the words ”Ok, let’s get into a group”? If so, you are not alone. Many of us would prefer to avoid group work if at all possible. Most likely, resistance to this popular classroom experience is rooted in a lack of knowledge and understanding about how to successfully navigate this process. 

Join this workshop to learn all of the ways student group work helps promote critical thinking, enhances learning and builds communication skills. We will discuss effective strategies that make group work equitable and more enjoyable for both instructors and students. 

Embracing Your Learning Style 

Tracy Dusseau & Kristen Jennings; Thursday October 17, 12-1pm, CC210

Are you a night owl who schedules study time in the morning when you are half-awake? Do you leave homework until the last minute even though you know being crunched for time causes stress? Do you fight against your learning style only to set yourself up for frustration? If so, we can help!

This session will guide you in identifying and building upon your style and strengths. Plan to tap in to your “best self” by learning how, when, and where you learn and work most productively. The discussion will highlight tools and technology to enhance your success.

Disability History Exhibit 

October 21-25, 12-1pm, The Commons Cafeteria 

"The Disability History Exhibit is a 22-panel collage that traces 3000 years of seldom-told history. From antiquity to the present, the exhibit brings viewers through an illustrated timeline that shows society's attitudes and how they affect the lives of people with disabilities." - selfadvocacy.org 

Transcending Drama: Coping with Brain Ghouls & Energy Vampires  

Kellie Sturgeon & Tracy Dusseau; Tuesday October 22, 1-2pm, CC210

Do you experience drama in your life? Are there people around who leave you feeling drained and exhausted? Is it difficult for you to establish and maintain healthy boundaries? 

In this session, we will explore ways to decrease the role that drama, chaos and lack of accountability plays in your life. The emphasis will be on how to create healthier interactions using the antidote of compassionate accountability (™).

Adapted from the work of Nate Regier, PhD. 

No Mouse Challenge   

Dionna Camp & Kellie Sturgeon; Wednesday October 30, 1-2pm, MKH201

Take the challenge! See first-hand what it is like to navigate the web using only a keyboard - no mouse allowed!