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Today's Topics:
1. Welcome to the inaugural issue of the NFB Jernigan Institute
newsletter! (David Andrews)
2. digest mode/journalism history (Ben Hoff)
3. Re: digest mode/journalism history (Cheryl Wade)
4. Re: digest mode/journalism history (David Andrews)
5. Re: digest mode/journalism history (Alan Wheeler)
6. Skuype: F.Y.I.RE: Hi Elizabeth, Pirzada (Alan Wheeler)
7. Re: Introduction/challenge facing blind journalists (Alan Wheeler)
8. Re: Introduction/challenge facing blind journalists (jean parker)
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Date: Sat, 09 Feb 2008 15:11:06 -0600
From: David Andrews <dandrews at visi.com>
Subject: [Journalists] Welcome to the inaugural issue of the NFB
Jernigan Institute newsletter!
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> >>> "Mark Riccobono" <
> <mailto:JerniganInstitute at nfb.org>JerniganInstitute at nfb.org
> > 2/6/2008 9:13 AM >>>
>Graphic Logo: NFB Jernigan Institute
>View this newsletter as HTML in your browser.
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>
>Imagineering Our Future
>
>Issue 1
>February 6, 2008
>
>Message from the Executive Director
>
>Welcome to the first issue of Imagineering Our Future--the online
>newsletter of the National Federation of the Blind Jernigan
>Institute.
>
>The dictionary lists "imagineer" as a verb meaning to put creative
>ideas into practical use; to devise and use imaginative ideas or
>technologies. Imagineering--turning creative ideas and
>partnerships into practical research, education, technology, products, and
>services to help the world's blind achieve independence--is at
>the heart of the work in the NFB Jernigan Institute.
>
>The purpose of this new online newsletter is to deliver timely,
>dynamic content to our friends and supporters about the innovation,
>inspiration, and imagination being generated through our work in the
>Institute and throughout the National Federation of the
>Blind.
>
>As you know, the Jernigan Institute is more than a building
>located at the National Center for the Blind in Baltimore, Maryland;
>it is a revolution, a vehicle for building a future full of
>opportunities, and an expression of the imaginative hopes
>and dreams of the blind themselves.
>
>We plan to deliver Imagineering Our Future to you on a regular basis
>and hope you will let us know what content will be most
>meaningful to you as a friend, a member of the Federation family, or
>one of our treasured donors.
>
>You can help guide the future of this newsletter by sending your
>thoughts and ideas to:
><mailto:JerniganInstitute at nfb.org>JerniganInstitute at nfb.org
>We especially welcome your stories about how the work of the NFB
>Jernigan Institute has impacted your life.
>
>Thank you for supporting our Jernigan Institute and helping us build a
>future full of opportunities.
>
>Graphic: Signature of Mark Riccobono
>
>Mark Riccobono, Executive Director, NFB Jernigan Institute
>
>e-Departments in this issue:
>
>* What's New
>* Education
>* Technology Talk
>* Independence Market
>* Parents of Blind Children
>* Upcoming Events
>
>Featured NFB News
>
>Photo: Dr. Betsy Zaborowski
>
>The Members Hall of the Jernigan Institute was overflowing the night
>of Sunday, January 27th, for a memorial celebration of the life and
>legacy of our first Jernigan Institute executive director, Dr.
>Betsy Zaborowski. Colleagues, friends, and
>members came to pay tribute to the formidable woman we
>affectionately called "Dr. Z." The crowd was addressed by Maryland
>Governor Martin O'Malley and Senator Barbara Mikulski and other
>speakers from around the world. One item on the program
>included a video
>
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=HANt_DsrgMShxMRcSMNswg>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=HANt_DsrgMShxMRcSMNswg
>..
>
>about Betsy Zaborowski's amazing contribution to the
>blind of the world.
>
>Education
>
>Online registration is still open for the February
>21 Transition to Independence Career Fair
>
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=2O00FG1ngqQs4MB482afHg>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=2O00FG1ngqQs4MB482afHg
>..
>
>for students, parents, and teachers. Be sure to visit the Web
>page for a list of workshops on transitioning from high
>school to work, higher education, or life-skills training.
>
>The Junior Science Academy
>
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=8gpyUUiVmMe4JMvXNkUEpg>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=8gpyUUiVmMe4JMvXNkUEpg
>..
>
>in July is the first program of its kind for blind students in
>grades three through six. Applications for students and mentors must
>be received by March 31 to be considered. Learn more about or
>apply for the Junior Science Academy
>
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=C5mZCE8cc8QAEzIN2VRQKw>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=C5mZCE8cc8QAEzIN2VRQKw
>..
>
>Product and Access Technology Talk
>
>In January the Jernigan Institute Access Technology Team attended the
>Consumer Electronics show in Las Vegas. Then it was on to
>make presentations at the Assistive Technology Industry
>Association conference in Orlando. Find details about the activities
>and experiences of the Team in the new Access Technology
>Blog.
>
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=EhmubfYwPnddWrLQePzG8w>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=EhmubfYwPnddWrLQePzG8w
>..
>
>The first cell phone that reads print to the blind, the
>knfbREADER Mobile, has been unveiled and is scheduled to go to
>market this month. Compact enough to fit in a shirt pocket,
>it is the smallest text-to-speech device in the world.
>Read the Associated Press
>
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=b6bbYLy2lBjAVAurdBYSYQ>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=b6bbYLy2lBjAVAurdBYSYQ
>..
>
>and Washington Post articles and hear the
>
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=RzoKesCfpyDxsP0grIX9fQ>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=RzoKesCfpyDxsP0grIX9fQ
>..
>
>NPR "Morning Edition" coverage
>
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=CsRCd3kDDgVXViCzeoR90g>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=CsRCd3kDDgVXViCzeoR90g
>..
>
>of this product launch.
>
>Independence Market
>
>Photo: Victor Reader Stream
>The NFB is proud to now retail the Victor Reader
>Stream--an accessible portable DAISY Mp3 player and voice
>recorder offering high performance and extensive functionality at an
>affordable price--including a 1 gig SD card.
>
>See this device and hundreds of pieces of literature and
>other items helpful to the blind at the NFB Independence
>Market Online
>
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=r78oBdHlhkuDe8tr2hbktw>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=r78oBdHlhkuDe8tr2hbktw
>..
>
>
>Parents of Blind Children
>
>In the annual Braille Reading Pals Program,
>
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=m31HCEzWvllfIzNy-q8HeQ>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=m31HCEzWvllfIzNy-q8HeQ
>..
>
>parents and children (and a Beanie Baby? "pal")
>together read storybooks with both Braille and
>print pages. In preliminary results of surveys
>added this fourth year, parents report that once
>unmotivated children now look forward to reading Braille every
>day. One goal of this research is to discover common factors
>among families that encourage Braille literacy. Learn more about
>the new evaluation component of this pre-literacy program.
>
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=5C5TqsVMPfRIbau60qjpNg>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=5C5TqsVMPfRIbau60qjpNg
>..
>
>NFB outreach to parents and educators of blind children at the
>national and local levels includes the NFB National Organization
>of Parents of Blind Children and the periodical
>
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=kOv8IpmGtPrsAYFRz4Z9aA>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=kOv8IpmGtPrsAYFRz4Z9aA
>..
>http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=Kk2xvgolppM02XhqTLHnRQ ..
>
>Future Reflections
>
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=bRxhpKoat57Mm6dzFJHAwA>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=bRxhpKoat57Mm6dzFJHAwA
>..
>
>NFB Upcoming Events
>
>* February 21, 2008 Transition to Independence Career Fair
>
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=5Hkeeq-u5hwoZBVNsPhMAw>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=5Hkeeq-u5hwoZBVNsPhMAw
>..
>
>for blind youth in grades eight through twelve
>
>Blind transition-age youth, their parents, and teachers attend
>workshops for students and adults
>Go for the Gold on February 21, register now!
>
>* April 4, 2008 The 2008 Celebration
>
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=weTUoNgDXMceLpKAWWMaTw>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=weTUoNgDXMceLpKAWWMaTw
>..
>
>an evening of fun, food, and entertainment
>
>It's the National Center for the Blind's anniversary!
>Join us on April 4 to Celebrate 30 Years of History in
>Maryland. Get your tickets now!
>Sponsorships & Silent Auction donations still accepted
>
>* April 10-11, 2008 Jacobus tenBroek Disability Law Symposium
>
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=Owtp2ymTfSmh9raBvmr1nQ>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=Owtp2ymTfSmh9raBvmr1nQ
>..
>
>will examine the current status of disability law and
>discuss future changes
>
>Seating is limited and registration ends February 25
>CLE credit documentation provided
>
>* June 29-July 5, 2008 NFB 68th annual National
>Convention
>
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=-ISd_04HSypxwk0tGIlGog>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=-ISd_04HSypxwk0tGIlGog
>..
>
>Dallas, Texas
>
>* July 2, 2008 NFB March for Independence
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=jfsHwnH4jc_xMgCCRvu3VA>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=jfsHwnH4jc_xMgCCRvu3VA
>..
>
>Dallas, Texas. Learn how you can help!
>
>* July 23-27, 2008 Junior Science Academy for ages eight to
>twelve
>
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=m1k8izykaPeJzSRNkG9JRg>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=m1k8izykaPeJzSRNkG9JRg
>..
>
>Thank you for reading Imagineering Our Future.
>Please watch your mailbox for more issues to come.
>
>Photo: Blind little girl with cane
>
>Support the Jernigan Institute through the Imagination Fund
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=_6trDJLggcbiBfxONnB23A>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=_6trDJLggcbiBfxONnB23A
>..
>
>Photo: Blind youth reading Braille book
>
>Interesting links:
>
>Archive of Straight Talk about Vision Loss videos
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=VfYubfuWWkzz9-ybgWAU0A>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=VfYubfuWWkzz9-ybgWAU0A
>..
>
>National Center for Blind Youth in Science
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=8GEagqmmYaPVPB_arBcuIw>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=8GEagqmmYaPVPB_arBcuIw
>..
>
>Access Technology Tips
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=NCGzJ3WsVGdm0Zu1vH-mtQ>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=NCGzJ3WsVGdm0Zu1vH-mtQ
>..
>
>Photo: Blind girl examining model of constellations
>
>Blogs:
>
>Access Technology
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=su1kK86C7fMQPmUczoXTog>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=su1kK86C7fMQPmUczoXTog
>..
>
>Voice of the Nation's Blind
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=QH1nUQ8dN_2v6URvU2ye4Q>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=QH1nUQ8dN_2v6URvU2ye4Q
>..
>
>Photo: Blind boy with tactile globe
>
>Publication archives:
>
>Voice of the Diabetic
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><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=xGq5Knw2SNZ5mAUDC-1fFw>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=xGq5Knw2SNZ5mAUDC-1fFw
>..
>
>Future Reflections
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=D9avq-AZZQFZJZUavsE_Bw>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=D9avq-AZZQFZJZUavsE_Bw
>..
>
>Braille Monitor
>
><http://www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=OyZz8pJXKVjqcXvTp22uKQ>http:/
/www.marchforindependence.org/site/R?i=OyZz8pJXKVjqcXvTp22uKQ
>..
>
>
>Photo: Senior couple
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>Photo: Mom and son take a moment and a hug
>
>Graphic Logo: National Federation of the Blind
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>Visit us at nfb.org
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>Imagine a Future Full of Opportunity
>
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Message: 2
Date: Sat, 9 Feb 2008 16:49:11 -0800 (PST)
From: Ben Hoff <grassroots31194 at yahoo.com>
Subject: [Journalists] digest mode/journalism history
To: journalists at nfbnet.org
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hi folks
So that's why it takes me so long to read one digest. If mailman happens
to read this I would like instructions on how to recieve individual
postings. The general consensis is thats the most eficient way to read this
discussion group.
Graham, you mentioned you used an old typewriter and often had to start
over. The patience and dedication this would have required makes me
respect you and others who started way back when.
I would like to submit a topic for discussion.
What do you enjoy about your job that makes all the extra challenges
worth it?
This question is not so much for my labor market research study, but for
my own edification. What drives your passion to write and report?
If any of you who have offer to assist me has a preference for time to
interview, please let me know in this forum or on my personal Email.
grassroots31194 at yahoo.com
I also had a question for everett. You wrote previously that you have
written poems, articles, along with blogging. You seem to have an interest
in independent journalism. Are you currently attending school, or is it more
of a hobby? Do you intend to persue this career? I only ask because I
enjoy your postings.
Well, I've got to run. I only have computer access at the library and
it is about to close. Hopefully after completing my labor market research
study Voc rehab will be able to change my limited access.
Look forward to your responses.
Happy Writing!
Ben
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hi folks
?So that's why it takes me so long to read one digest.? If mailman happens
to read this I would like instructions on how to recieve individual
postings.? The general consensis is thats the most eficient way to read this
discussion group.?
? Graham, you mentioned you used an old typewriter and often had to start
over.? The patience and dedication this would have required? makes me
respect you and others?who started way back when.??
?? I would like to submit a topic for discussion.?
?What do you enjoy about your job that makes all the extra challenges worth
it?
?This question is not so much for my labor market research study, but for my
own edification.? What drives your passion to write and report?
?If any of you who have offer to assist me has a preference for time to
interview, please let me know in this forum or on my personal Email.?
mailto:grassroots31194 at yahoo.com grassroots31194 at yahoo.com
??
? I also had a question for everett.? You wrote previously that you have
written poems, articles, along with blogging.? You seem to have an interest
in independent journalism.?Are you currently attending school, or is it more
of a hobby?? Do you intend to persue this career?? I only ask because I
enjoy your postings.
? Well, I've got to run.? I only have computer access at the library and it
is about to close.? Hopefully after completing my labor market research
study Voc rehab will be able to change my limited access.?
?? Look forward to your responses.
??? Happy Writing!
? Ben
Looking for last minute shopping deals?
http://us.rd.yahoo.com/evt=51734/*http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/ca
tegory.php?category=shopping Find them fast with Yahoo! Search.
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Message: 3
Date: Sat, 9 Feb 2008 20:42:43 -0500
From: Cheryl Wade <cwade at mdn.net>
Subject: Re: [Journalists] digest mode/journalism history
To: Blind Professional Journalists List <journalists at nfbnet.org>
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Ben,
I like your postings and wanted to reply.
You asked us why we like journalism and are willing to engage in it
despite the challenges. First of all, any kind of job is a challenge;
it's just picking your poison, in my estimation. Second, it seems
every time I talk about jobs after retirement, all people ever
suggest is pubblic relations. Well, I love journalism because I am
not beholden to any "clients" who want me to do their (stupid)
bidding, no matter what. I am beholden to my newspaper, and it
consists of my readers and my colleagues, whom I love very much.
Also, it's a wonderful chance to meet some interesting people with
interesting convictions, and I don't have to agree or disagree with
or even like them! I just get to be there, everywhere. I know this
community much, much better than I would if I had some other job.
Ben, I'm also interested in this report you have to do. It seems like
it might help the people handing out the money to see the
determination and rationale of the people looking for help with
college. When I was in school in Michigan, I didn't have to
demonstrate my determination in such a way. Do you think it's a good
thing, or does it just suck up gobs and gobs of time and make it
hard to do your other work? I know of a young woman in Michigan who
wanted to study music, and was good at it, and they gave her a whole
bunch of blah-blah and concern over it until an advocate stood up for
her. Tell me your thoughts on this process. You may write to me at my
home e-mail, newswritter at juno.com (yes, there are two Ts.)
Cheryl
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Message: 4
Date: Sat, 09 Feb 2008 21:13:10 -0600
From: David Andrews <dandrews at visi.com>
Subject: Re: [Journalists] digest mode/journalism history
To: Blind Professional Journalists List <journalists at nfbnet.org>
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I changed you so you don't have to worry about it.
Dave
At 06:49 PM 2/9/2008, you wrote:
>hi folks
> So that's why it takes me so long to read one digest. If
> mailman happens to read this I would like instructions on how to
> recieve individual postings. The general consensis is thats the
> most eficient way to read this discussion group.
> Graham, you mentioned you used an old typewriter and often had
> to start over. The patience and dedication this would have
> required makes me respect you and others who started way back when.
> I would like to submit a topic for discussion.
> What do you enjoy about your job that makes all the extra
> challenges worth it?
> This question is not so much for my labor market research study,
> but for my own edification. What drives your passion to write and report?
> If any of you who have offer to assist me has a preference for
> time to interview, please let me know in this forum or on my
> personal Email. grassroots31194 at yahoo.com
> I also had a question for everett. You wrote previously that
> you have written poems, articles, along with blogging. You seem to
> have an interest in independent journalism. Are you currently
> attending school, or is it more of a hobby? Do you intend to
> persue this career? I only ask because I enjoy your postings.
> Well, I've got to run. I only have computer access at the
> library and it is about to close. Hopefully after completing my
> labor market research study Voc rehab will be able to change my
> limited access.
> Look forward to your responses.
> Happy Writing!
> Ben
>
>
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Message: 5
Date: Sun, 10 Feb 2008 01:28:03 -0600
From: "Alan Wheeler" <awheeler at neb.rr.com>
Subject: Re: [Journalists] digest mode/journalism history
To: "'Blind Professional Journalists List'" <journalists at nfbnet.org>
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Ben,
I agree with what Cheryl said. Also for me, it is a matter of loving to
tell the story, to get it out there and know it might have some sort of
impact on the community.
I think it is summed up in several quotes I love about journalism:
"Tell the people the truth, and the country will be free."
--Abraham Lincoln
"Journalism can never be silent: that is its greatest virtue and its
greatest fault. It must speak, and speak immediately, while the echoes of
wonder, the claims of triumph and the signs of horror are still in the air."
--Henry Anatole Grunwald
Memory is the personal journalism of the soul.
Richard Schickel
I think those sum it up better than the words I would need to search my soul
deeply for to describe why I love journalism so much.
Alan D Wheeler
<awheeler at neb.rr.com>
Messenger: awheeler1965 at sbcglobal.net
Skype: redwheel1
http://alan-wheeler.blogspot.com/
http://reporter-guy.livejournal.com/
-----Original Message-----
From: journalists-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:journalists-bounces at nfbnet.org]
On Behalf Of Ben Hoff
Sent: Saturday, February 09, 2008 6:49 PM
To: journalists at nfbnet.org
Subject: [Journalists] digest mode/journalism history
hi folks
So that's why it takes me so long to read one digest. If mailman happens
to read this I would like instructions on how to recieve individual
postings. The general consensis is thats the most eficient way to read this
discussion group.
Graham, you mentioned you used an old typewriter and often had to start
over. The patience and dedication this would have required makes me
respect you and others who started way back when.
I would like to submit a topic for discussion.
What do you enjoy about your job that makes all the extra challenges
worth it?
This question is not so much for my labor market research study, but for
my own edification. What drives your passion to write and report?
If any of you who have offer to assist me has a preference for time to
interview, please let me know in this forum or on my personal Email.
grassroots31194 at yahoo.com
I also had a question for everett. You wrote previously that you have
written poems, articles, along with blogging. You seem to have an interest
in independent journalism. Are you currently attending school, or is it more
of a hobby? Do you intend to persue this career? I only ask because I
enjoy your postings.
Well, I've got to run. I only have computer access at the library and
it is about to close. Hopefully after completing my labor market research
study Voc rehab will be able to change my limited access.
Look forward to your responses.
Happy Writing!
Ben
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Message: 6
Date: Sun, 10 Feb 2008 01:40:48 -0600
From: "Alan Wheeler" <awheeler at neb.rr.com>
Subject: [Journalists] Skuype: F.Y.I.RE: Hi Elizabeth, Pirzada
To: "'Blind Professional Journalists List'" <journalists at nfbnet.org>
Message-ID: <0b8a01c86bb8$412be790$0802a8c0 at Alan>
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For anyone interested, I am available on skype. The user name is redwheel1.
Alan D Wheeler
<awheeler at neb.rr.com>
Messenger: awheeler1965 at sbcglobal.net
Skype: redwheel1
http://alan-wheeler.blogspot.com/
http://reporter-guy.livejournal.com/
-----Original Message-----
From: journalists-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:journalists-bounces at nfbnet.org]
On Behalf Of Campbell, Elizabeth
Sent: Monday, February 04, 2008 10:47 AM
To: Blind Professional Journalists List
Subject: Re: [Journalists] Hi Elizabeth, Pirzada
Hello Pirzada,
Thanks so much.
I did receive your note on my personal e-mail. I appologize that I have been
rather busy lately.
I will write soon!
Are you also available on Skype?
Elizabeth Campbell
(817) 390-7696
Fax: (817) 390-7789
-----Original Message-----
From: journalists-bounces at nfbnet.org
[mailto:journalists-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Sardar Pirzada
Sent: Sunday, February 03, 2008 11:39 AM
To: journalists at nfbnet.org
Subject: [Journalists] Hi Elizabeth, Pirzada
Hi Elizabeth,
How were your holidays. Hope you had a good time i sent you an email on your
personal email address but maybe you have not recieved it. You have asked
about the timings in Pakistan. When it is 10.00 pm in New York it is 8.00 am
in Pakistan, so New York is 10 hours behind us.You can judge your own
destination accordingly. I again write my cell no.+923335203905 Pirzada.
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Message: 7
Date: Sun, 10 Feb 2008 01:50:04 -0600
From: "Alan Wheeler" <awheeler at neb.rr.com>
Subject: Re: [Journalists] Introduction/challenge facing blind
journalists
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Ben,
I know this direct response is very late, but I am also willing to help.
I work for the Daily Nebraskan, the college newspaper at the University of
Nebraska Lincoln. I am also going for a degree in Journalism in the
News/Editorial segment.
My e-mail and other contacct information is below.
My cell number is (402) 802-3490.
Alan D Wheeler
<awheeler at neb.rr.com>
Messenger: awheeler1965 at sbcglobal.net
Skype: redwheel1
http://alan-wheeler.blogspot.com/
http://reporter-guy.livejournal.com/
-----Original Message-----
From: journalists-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:journalists-bounces at nfbnet.org]
On Behalf Of Ben Hoff
Sent: Monday, January 28, 2008 3:11 PM
To: journalists at nfbnet.org
Subject: [Journalists] Introduction/challenge facing blind journalists
Greetings From Phoenix!
My name is Ben Hoff. I am a 23 year old aspireing journalist Currently
enrolling at Phoenix college. Ever since middle school, I have had a
passionate interest in writing and reporting. Now, as an adult I can
invision nothing else as a career.
I was born with Glaucoma, and as a child had vary little sight. By age
15 I was total.
Following the progress of this forum over the passed 3 months has been
most interesting and informative. I was rather excited to learn that such a
forum exists.
I've been attempting to locate active blind Journalists to interview for
a crucial labor market research study I am conducting.
Like many of you, I have obtained the assistance of vocational
Rehabilatation to fund my education and technology. Prior to providing
funding, however, I am required to produce a report demonstrating how a
blind individual can maintain this occupation. I intend to proove that not
only can a blind individual report with accuracy and integrety, but do it
successfully.
EXAMPLE?
An average journalist on the city desk of a local daily can expect to
perform three basic tasks.
1. Taking police reports
2. Interviewing witnesses
3. Writing a comprehensive senopsis.
These are all duties I feel a competent visually impaired Journalist can
perform
What are the main challenges facing today's blind reporters?.
I would love to interview Cheryl Wade and other visually impaired folks
currently employed at a local daily.
Any knowledge and wisdom you wish to share will be invaluable.
Looking forward to becoming an active partisapent in this group.
Thanks,
Yours Truly
Ben Hoff
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Message: 8
Date: Sun, 10 Feb 2008 14:42:36 +0530
From: "jean parker" <radioforever at gmail.com>
Subject: Re: [Journalists] Introduction/challenge facing blind
journalists
To: "Blind Professional Journalists List" <journalists at nfbnet.org>
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Hi Ben:
I am also willing to help you out. I am an independent radio journalist
working in India. I work for NPR, Radio Australia, Voice of America, Radio
Netherlands and others. I also teach in University.
E-mail is the best way to contact me although you can call if you like.
Time zone is UTC plus five and a half.
Jean Parker, Independent Radio Journalist
Pune, India
Mobile: 91 9890 436 033
E-mail: radioforever at gmail.com
----- Original Message -----
From: "Alan Wheeler" <awheeler at neb.rr.com>
To: "'Blind Professional Journalists List'" <journalists at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Sunday, February 10, 2008 1:20 PM
Subject: Re: [Journalists] Introduction/challenge facing blind journalists
> Ben,
> I know this direct response is very late, but I am also willing to help.
>
> I work for the Daily Nebraskan, the college newspaper at the University of
> Nebraska Lincoln. I am also going for a degree in Journalism in the
> News/Editorial segment.
>
> My e-mail and other contacct information is below.
>
> My cell number is (402) 802-3490.
>
>
>
>
> Alan D Wheeler
> <awheeler at neb.rr.com>
> Messenger: awheeler1965 at sbcglobal.net
> Skype: redwheel1
> http://alan-wheeler.blogspot.com/
> http://reporter-guy.livejournal.com/
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: journalists-bounces at nfbnet.org
> [mailto:journalists-bounces at nfbnet.org]
> On Behalf Of Ben Hoff
> Sent: Monday, January 28, 2008 3:11 PM
> To: journalists at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [Journalists] Introduction/challenge facing blind journalists
>
> Greetings From Phoenix!
> My name is Ben Hoff. I am a 23 year old aspireing journalist Currently
> enrolling at Phoenix college. Ever since middle school, I have had a
> passionate interest in writing and reporting. Now, as an adult I can
> invision nothing else as a career.
> I was born with Glaucoma, and as a child had vary little sight. By age
> 15 I was total.
> Following the progress of this forum over the passed 3 months has been
> most interesting and informative. I was rather excited to learn that such
> a
> forum exists.
> I've been attempting to locate active blind Journalists to interview for
> a crucial labor market research study I am conducting.
> Like many of you, I have obtained the assistance of vocational
> Rehabilatation to fund my education and technology. Prior to providing
> funding, however, I am required to produce a report demonstrating how a
> blind individual can maintain this occupation. I intend to proove that
> not
> only can a blind individual report with accuracy and integrety, but do it
> successfully.
> EXAMPLE?
> An average journalist on the city desk of a local daily can expect to
> perform three basic tasks.
> 1. Taking police reports
> 2. Interviewing witnesses
> 3. Writing a comprehensive senopsis.
> These are all duties I feel a competent visually impaired Journalist can
> perform
> What are the main challenges facing today's blind reporters?.
> I would love to interview Cheryl Wade and other visually impaired folks
> currently employed at a local daily.
> Any knowledge and wisdom you wish to share will be invaluable.
> Looking forward to becoming an active partisapent in this group.
> Thanks,
> Yours Truly
> Ben Hoff
>
>
> ---------------------------------
> Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage.
>
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