October 27 agenda

Welcome
Discuss Logo
   Gerard led the discussion and we settled on not having the wheelchair symbol anymore and will have 4 hands reaching towards each other with the letters C I L A in them, somehow.  A few examples were drawn but if anyone is good with graphics, please make some drafts up and email them to bldrgerard@mac.com or cila@colorado.edu.
Volunteering at Schools with Annabel
   Annabel is volunteering at a school in Boulder to help kids with disabilities.  She has the information needed to get started.  I will send an email to those interested, who were Jenny, Kelly M., Eliot (maybe), Kelly K., Matt, & Meghan.  Anyone else that is interested, please let me know.
Any other ideas for volunteering and community outreach?
Recreation Center Innovations with Karen and Howard
    Molly, Esha, Amy, and Priscilla
   Karen will set up a meeting because the Rec Center wants to start out with that and then we'll go from there
Great job on the poster!
   Kelly K., Gabby, & Esha!
Outcome of Disability Awareness Week
   Ethan's event was a hit.  No one came for Thursday's movie night.  We may need to re-think our advertising strategies, but that also leads us into our next topic...
Leadership Certificates
   In order to get the certificate, a member has to attend 5 of the 7 meetings AND participate in at least 2 events.  If member is unable to do one of those two, they can supplement that with taking on a project or doing some community outreach/volunteer work which would promote either the group or disability awareness.
   There are only 2 events left this semester, so if a member is unsure of whether they'll qualify for the certificate or not, they need to email or text Priscilla. 
Upcoming Events
     October 30th - abstract for CU Gold Opportunity due. Need ideas.
   Kelly M., Jenny, & Eliot will help come up with something for the 60-min workshop we need to give in Feb at the CU Leadership conference.  I'll email an abstract of what we're doing to Anna Damm from CU Gold to get us on the roster.
     November 2nd - Myths about Disabilities at Women's Resource Center from 12pm to 1pm
   Karen Boyd from DS & Priscilla are presenting at this event.  Please attend, this does count as an event.
     November 3rd - Diversity Summit: Universal Access at Glenn Miller Ballroom (UMC) 10:45am - 12:15pm.
   Amy, Amelia, & Priscilla will talk about how universal access is important to them.  If anyone else wants to go to speak, they are welcome to.  Even if you don't want to speak, the diversity summit is not just about disabilities, it's about all diversities and will be going Tuesday and Wednesday in the Glenn Miller Ballroom.  Check it out!!!
Finished video from Courtney!
   Couldn't make it to the meeting and will share the video at a later date
Interactive Theatre Group with Rebecca Adelman
     What kind of theater production would you be interested in seeing?
     What issues should it address and what format should it take?
     Is anyone interested in working with them on this?
   Think of what types of ideas or storylines you want for this project.  Also, if anyone is interested in participating in a scriptwriting or acting capacity, let Rebecca know.  They also have a paid student position for actors, if anyone is interested.  She will be at our Nov 10th meeting with more info and to answer any questions.  In the meantime, the website is http://www.colorado.edu/interactivetheatre/index.htm.  
Quinn Gray - engage disability community for Honors Diversity Seminar
   He is looking to engage people in wheelchairs to learn more about the culture, what their education experience has been, etc.... for his Honors class.  They are also looking for someone who is in a wheelchair to come speak to their class and have a discussion.  The class meets in the Humanities building on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 11-12:15.  Anyone interested should contact Quinn at jgraybeard@gmail.com.
Sarah Lind - Honors Thesis on identity, labeling, and autism
   Sarah is writing her Honors Thesis with a focus on those with Autism & Asperger's.  If you have it or have any experience with it through a family member or friend, she is very interested in speaking with you as part of her research.  Please email her at Sarah.Lind@colorado.edu. 
Next Meeting: Wednesday, November 10th.
Last bit of business:
   Sierra, our newest CILA member, went to Pizza with a Catch on Monday to represent us.  She said that not many people were there but those that were found it eye-opening and there was some good discussion.  Margaret Behm, the coordinator of this event, would like to do something similar to this next semester.

   Matt Gurwitz, one of our members, is writing a paper titled "Don't Label Me" about his thoughts on getting rid of the word "disability" from society.  He would like input from members and someone who may be interested in being video interviewed.  Those interested should email him at mattgurwitz@gmail.com.

Pizza With a Catch

Tuesday, Oct 26th, at 6:30pm in Farrand Hall for an event called "Pizza with a Catch"The coordinator Margaret Behm wrote, "Our idea is to give each resident who comes a "disability" such as no hands, blindfolded, etc. They will be helped to a seat and have to try and eat their pizza with their disability. This should hopefully be fun and challenging, but then afterward we want to facilitate a discussion about how that felt, how it applies to their lives, etc."

This should be pretty fun and an eye-opening experience for those without disabilities.  You don't have to do anything, just be there to facilitate the discussion afterwards.  Oh, and did I mention there was free pizza???  :)

Disability Awareness Week

October 18th to the 22nd is Disability Awareness Week. We have a few events planned for the week and we hope you all can come. Please spread the word!


Oct 20 - Ethan Johnston and the documentary "In Passing" at the Dennis Small Cultural Center 6:30pm at UMC 457

Ethan Johnston, a former CU student, will share his experiences growing up in Ethiopia, how he lost his vision, and now how he manages as a successful student and sports enthusiast.

Oct. 21 - Student panel on disabilities in SLHS 1010 class, 3:30-4:45 in VAC 1B20

Oct 21 - Movie Night featuring “Music Within” Education 155 from 6:30-9pm (2007, starring Ron Livingston and Rebecca De Mornay, Directed by Steven Sawalich)
The true story of Richard Pimentel, a brilliant public speaker with a troubled past, who returns from Vietnam severely hearing -impaired and finds a new purpose in his landmark efforts on the behalf of Americans with disabilities.

CILA Meeting Tuesday Oct. 11

As I'm sure everyone knows, the meeting for next week will be on Tuesday instead of Wednesday at 6 pm instead of 5 pm. We will still meet at the same place, but this different time offers an opportunity for those that want to participate but cannot on Wednesday to see what we're all about. For those of you that can meet on Wednesday but are unable to make the Tuesday meeting, do not worry! All of our schedules are different and we do not want you missing class to come to the meeting.

On a side note, we will be having a guest come to the meeting to ask us if we are interested in doing videotaped interviews about the group. No one is required to do this! If you feel comfortable discussing your relationship with the group, then we welcome your participation. Courtney will provide consent forms if any of you are interested. We will discuss more of this in the meeting and the interviews will take place probably throughout the week, so don't stress out right now. Again, this is optional, but a way for our group to spread awareness.

See you next time!

Amy

Community Health Panel

Hey everyone! So, this Wednesday Priscilla, Eliot, Gerard and myself went to the panel to give the students some insight into a disabled life. Although we weren't entirely sure what to talk about in the beginning, the meeting evolved in a discussion that involved everyone. A lot of what we focused on was etiquette with dealing with people with disabilities. The students were very cool and active in the discussion and seemed receptive to what we had to say. It is through these meetings that we can spread awareness and cause change. I hope more of you will be able to attend later discussions outside of our meeting! See you Tuesday!

Amy

Event: October 6

Hey, everyone!  Just a reminder about tomorrow's health panel that we're doing tomorrow.  Eliot, Gerard, Amy, & I will be talking to them about disability awareness/etiquette to give a personal perspective, and we may go into the topic of staying healthy as a student and dealing with stress and how it's important.

We would love to have more participate and this does count as an event for your certificate.  Here is the info on the when's and where's!

From Lee Scriggins:
Hi All,

I’d like to share an overview of some of our all staff / continuing education meeting topics coming us this semester.  

These meetings are for all our volunteers, student and professional coordinators.   For 1st year CH volunteers they are mandatory, for returning volunteers, they are encouraged but not required.  For student coordinators they are mandatory.  Professional staff will most often attend.

This year we are welcoming allied community members; groups and individuals who share interests and missions with our program.  If you would like to come, please let us know ahead of time, or at the door, so we can welcome you!

This isn’t totally cooked, but we wanted to get it out there so people can plan.

These meetings are Wednesdays from 5-6:30 and they are generally in the University Memorial Center Room 247.  Call for location:  (303) 492-2937

October 6, Priscilla Carlson and others from the Council on Inclusion, Leadership and Advocacy
                    Disability Issues, Effective Advocacy and Inclusion at CU
                    http://cuindependent.com/2010/09/16/student-group-to-raise-disability-awareness-on-cu-campus/

Hope to see ya there!
Priscilla
CILA

Events: October 4th

Workforce Recruitment Program: Information Session at 4pm in the conference room next to Disability Services (where we have our meetings)

The government is looking to hire people with disabilities in various job positions.  Find out more!

Please email john.meister@colorado.edu with your name, phone number, and email address to attend this session.

Career Fair: 5:30-8pm at UMC 235

Learn about the Fine Art of Networking, 

a seminar to help you after graduation (or even now) to find the job you've always wanted!

Must register at the Office of Career Services by going to http://careerservices.colorado.edu to either open an account and/or register for the event.

People that will be at the table to promote CILA are: 

Eliot (6pm), Colin, Kelly K., Annabel, Amy, Esha, Daniel, Gabby, & Priscilla.  

Please come in business casual attire, if at all possible, since this is a career-oriented event.

September 29th Meeting

Council for Inclusion, Leadership, & Advocacy

(CILA)

September 29, 2010 Agenda + Follow-Up Notes

1.      Introduce Members

2.      Final count for Ropes Course – this Saturday, Oct 2^nd, from 10am-2pm
Participants will be: Hilary, Colin, Daniel, Annabel, Kelly K., Katie, Eliot, Kelly M., Amy, Molly, and Priscilla

3.      Follow-ups:

a.       Logos – Molly’s sister sent some drafts over - We voted, and the winner was...#3!!!!!!!

b.      Wheelchair basketball- Need update from Molly

c.       Goal-ball - Need update from Esha

d.      Rec Center renovations - no word from Howard yet

e.       Poster/picture for DS- Kelly K. & Esha are working on it, Emma & Gabby also want to participate.  Priscilla will send an email so they can all work out a time and place and get supplies from Disability Services.

4.      Bylaws: Any questions, suggestions, or objections? - Motion was passed to officially approve our bylaws

5.      Nominations and elections for Sec & Treas- Nominations and votes came in.  Our new Secretary is Amy Rivera and our new Treasurer is Eliot Glairon!!  Congratulations!!!  :)

6.      New blog, thanks to Nikki Douros!  Go to http://cucila.blogspot.com to see agenda items, upcoming dates and events, news, and to communicate with each other about projects

This thing ROCKS!!!!  Please log on to add comments, view upcoming dates and events, and communicate with other members!

7.      Articles in CUIndependent.com – for an issue you’d like to see addressed, let Priscilla know

8.      Workshop on Time Mgmt – Special guest: Ryan McCoy- Anyone that would like more information or another copy of the workshop, please email Priscilla

9.      Happenings:
Oct 4 - WRP Info session: 4pm in this conference room.  Anyone interested needs to send an email to john.meister@colorado.edu with their name, phone number, and email address so he can add you to the list.

Oct 4 - Career Fair: 5:30-8pm at UMC 235 – Need to register yourself at  http://careerservices.colorado.edu  to either open an account and/or register for the event.

Tables: Eliot (can come at 6pm), Colin, Kelly K. Annabel, Amy, Esha, Daniel, Priscilla, & Gabby

Oct 6 - Health & Wellness panel: (will email the place and exact time)
Eliot, Gerard, Amy, & Priscilla

Oct 15 - C4C Open House 2-4pm at DS office – Greeters: Colin, Amy, Daniel, Priscilla, and Gerard from 2-3:30pm

Disability Awareness Week Lineup:
Oct 19 - MOVIE NIGHT, 6:30pm
Oct 20 - Ethan Johnston at Dennis Small Cultural Center
Still in the works

a.       Another guest speaker w/ School of Engineering

b.      Can anyone help arranging for artists w/ disabilities to come in? - Gabby will assist!!!

Upcoming dates

Nov 2 - Myths About Disabilities w/ Karen Boyd
Nov 2 - Diversity Summit: universal access

10.  Video project - Courtney

11.  Upcoming meeting dates

a.       Tuesday, October 12 at 6pm: Social Justice and Identity

b.      Wednesday, October 27 at 5pm: Values

c.       Wednesday, November 10 at 5pm: Team Building