CUDRG- Fall News Bulletin

Here’s what’s making news in the CUDRG this fall. 1) Ryan Patterson’s exhibit Transnational Representation: Canada and the founding of Disabled Peoples’ International, 1981, based on his CUDRG-supported research at the Mennonite Central Committee in Winnipeg, is complete and ready to go live online soon. This will be part of third virtual exhibit on transnational …

Disability Futurity E-Seminar Series: Full Shedule

The e-seminar series called Disability Futurity is now in full swing. Here is the full schedule: Disability Futurity 2019-20 Seminar Schedule All times listed in Ottawa time zone. Liverpool Hope: Wednesday, 20 November, 9:00-10:30am - “Living as if we already know what ‘human’ will be: exploring the anticipated futures of visual/deaf humanity and how they …

Carleton Obtains Behind-The-Scenes Footage From Historic Day for People with Disabilities In Canada

Carleton University has Made an addition to its library. This addition will ensure that people with disabilities will have their voices and histories heard. Carleton University's Disability Research Group was able to obtain footage from behind the scenes at the National Day For People With Disabilities. This footage takes us behind the scenes and allows …

Seeing the Unseen: a special film presentation

Dear Colleagues and Friends: I am writing to invite you to participate in a workshop with autism self-advocate Guðlaug Svala Steinunnar Kristjánsdóttir on the morning of Thursday, November 14, 10 am-Noon. Guðlaug will be traveling to Ottawa from Iceland as part of the “Seeing the Unseen” film screening taking place at Carleton the evening of …

CNIB Technology Fair:

This morning, I had the chance to attend the CN IDs technology fair. I had a chance to see a few various items, such as the slate and stylus. There was a new one which I had not seen before. It had more than the usual four rows of braille cells on it. I also …

New Information about CNIB Tech Fair

A couple of days ago, an item was posted about an upcoming technology fair that will be happening on Thursday. I now have the exact location. This technology fair will be happening at the horticultural building on Princess Patricia Way. Please feel free to go check it out. There will be lots of interesting presenters …

CNIB To Host Technology Fair On October 3

On Thursday October 3rd, the CNIB will be hosting their annual technology fair from 10:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m. This technology fair will feature the latest in the developments in assistive technology for the blind and visually impaired. It is taking place near Lansdown Park on Princess Patricia Way. Please stay tuned to this web …

Testing the Accessibility of the Virtual Exhibits

During the fall semester, one of my projects as research administrator and technical advisor was to test the accessibility of the virtual exhibits designed by the various members of the CUDRG, but from the perspective of a PC user. During the winter semester, I had had the chance to test these from the perspective of …

CUDRG — Spring Bulletin

Here's what's making news in the CUDRG as of now. CUDRG: Spring Bulletin Elevator news: Dominique promised to keep you informed of the project on the accessibility of the elevator in Patterson Hall. It is looking very good as of today. Gary Nower, Assistant Vice-President (Facilities Management and Planning), has authorized the money. Trevor Miller, …

Save The Date!Disability Futurity: First presentation on March 27

Art Education and Disability Futurity: Subjects on the Edge Dr. Claire Penketh, Liverpool Hope University Date: Wednesday, March 27, 2019 Time: 9:00–10.30am Place: 617 Southam Hall, Carleton University (live videoconference with Liverpool Hope University, UK.) This seminar brings recent research in art education and disability to consider how a future art education might be more …