[Nfbnet-members-list] Fwd: The NFB of Minnesota Celebrates 100 Years of Advocacy

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Fri Oct 30 02:42:14 UTC 2020 

>National Federation of the Blind of Minnesota. Live the life yo
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>
>2020 Annual Convention
>#NFBMN
>November 6-8, 2020
>Anywhere and Everywhere
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>Ryan Strunk, President
>National Federation of the Blind of Minnesota
>100 East 22nd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55404
>(612) 872-9363, <mailto:president at nfbmn.org>president at nfbmn.org
>www.nfbmn.org
>
>National Representative:
>Mark Riccobono
>President
>National Federation of the Blind
>Baltimore, MD
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>Welcome to our 100th Anniversary Convention!
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>The National Federation of the Blind of 
>Minnesota knows that blindness is not the 
>characteristic that defines you or your future. 
>Every day we raise the expectations of blind 
>people, because low expectations create 
>obstacles between blind people and our dreams. 
>You can live the life you want; blindness is not what holds you back.
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>If you would like to participate in the NFB of 
>Minnesota convention and require an 
>accommodation to do so, please contact 
><mailto:president at nfbmn.org>president at nfbmn.org by Sunday, November 1.
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>Zoom Video Conferencing Platform
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>The most up-to-date version of this agenda, 
>particularly the links to join each session, is 
>available on our website at 
><http://www.nfbmn.org/convention/agenda/>http://www.nfbmn.org/convention/agenda/
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>Based on the success of our National Convention 
>and the accessibility of the platform, all 
>meetings will be hosted using Zoom. In brief:
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>·        With the exception of general sessions, 
>all meetings have unique links and ID numbers, 
>which are listed in this agenda. The password 
>for all meetings is the same: 63266100.
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>·        For your convenience, all general 
>sessions share the same meeting ID. You can also 
>visit 
><http://www.nfbmn.org/zoom/>http://www.nfbmn.org/zoom/ 
>to quickly join any General Session, Auction and 
>Trivia, and the Saturday evening Keynote Address.
>
>·        For the best experience, we encourage 
>you to download, install, and use the Zoom app 
>on your computer, tablet, or smartphone. Even if 
>you don’t have a microphone on your computer, 
>joining the meeting by computer first will give 
>you access to all features of the Zoom platform.
>
>·        If you cannot use the Zoom app, you can 
>dial-in using your telephone. Use any of Zoom’s 
>dial-in numbers, then enter the meeting ID and 
>password (63266100). You are responsible for the 
>cost of all calls, including any applicable long-distance charges.
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>o   (646) 876-9923
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>o   (312) 626-6799
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>o   (301) 715-8592
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>Technology Help Desk: (612) 567-0606
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>We have put together a team to provide technical 
>assistance during the convention. We want to 
>ensure that all Minnesotans are able to 
>participate actively and enjoy their experience. 
>If you need help downloading, installing, or 
>configuring Zoom, please call (612) 567-0606. 
>The team will be available throughout the convention.
>
>You will have the option to leave a voicemail if 
>someone is assisting another member when you 
>call. Rest assured; someone will call you back 
>promptly. We ask for your help in keeping this 
>line available to those with tech questions 
>directly connected to the convention. We hope to 
>provide assistance throughout the year for other 
>assistive technology questions.
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>Social Media
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>The Social Media Committee invites you to share 
>your convention experience with your friends and 
>family to show them how the NFB of Minnesota is 
>empowering blind people. Post to Twitter or 
>Facebook using #NFBMN. We love pictures
just 
>remember to add descriptions so everyone can enjoy them.
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>Auction
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>Our largest state fundraiser will be an 
>opportunity to show off your creativity and that 
>of your fellow Minnesotans. On Friday night, you 
>can bid on several unique gift baskets put 
>together by your Federation family! Auction 
>Coordinators Charlotte Czarnecki and Tara Coyne 
>will land a good price and new home for your 
>basket creations. Please bring your credit cards 
>and be ready to raise those hands in Zoom and on 
>the phone to take home some fantastic auction items!
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>A list of available auction items and specific 
>rules will soon be available on 
><http://www.nfbmn.org/convention/>the convention page of our website.
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>Door Prizes
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>Prizes will be awarded throughout the 
>convention. To be eligible, you must be 
>registered and present online when your name is 
>drawn. Donations are being coordinated by Amy 
>Baron, John TeBockhorst, and Tom TeBockhorst.
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>Get on the PAC Plan
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>The Pre-Authorized Contribution (PAC) Plan has 
>come to be an increasingly important part of 
>financing our movement. According to the 
>chairman of the NFB’s PAC committee, Scott 
>LaBarre, the Federation has raised more than $10 
>million over the years through the PAC Plan.
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>The PAC Plan allows members, affiliates, 
>chapters, and others to give a regular and 
>automatic donation to the Federation every 
>month. All you need to provide is your checking 
>account, debit card or credit card information. 
>Because of the costs associated with operating 
>the program, the minimum donation is $5 per 
>month, yet there is no restriction on how much 
>you donate. Please sign up at the convention to 
>begin a new PAC contribution or to make changes to your current contribution.
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><https://www.nfb.org/pac>Complete the PAC form 
>today! Your donation will help the blind live the lives we want.
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>Friday, November 6
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>2:00 PM to 5:00 PM: Employment Track
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><https://zoom.us/j/97959079893?pwd=ckdmL1YvZjV2OTVzcFdsYkRNZ0Vxdz09>Join 
>Zoom meeting | Meeting ID: 979 5907 9893 | Password: 63266100
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>2:00 PM­Careers in Tech: What You Need to Know; 
>Aaron Cannon, Software Accessibility Engineer, Kuali Inc.
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>Are you interested in a career in accessibility 
>engineering or web development? Join Aaron 
>Cannon as he breaks down the skills and tools 
>you need to know in order to embark on a journey 
>into code and demonstrates the basics of 
>creating a web page. (Please note that while 
>this will be an introductory discussion, 
>participants will need to be comfortable with 
>the use of screen readers and the internet.)
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>3:00 PM­Master the Basics: Tools for Applying 
>for Jobs; Dan Ashman, Careers Instructor, 
>Blindness: Learning in New Dimensions (BLIND), Inc.
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>A crucial step in getting hired for most jobs is 
>the application process, and while that can be 
>daunting, there are some tried and true 
>techniques you can use to make your application 
>stand out. Learn how to prepare a resumé and 
>write a cover letter so you can boost your chances of landing an interview.
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>4:00 PM­How to Succeed in Employment; Dan 
>Ashman, Careers Instructor, Blindness: Learning in New Dimensions (BLIND), Inc.
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>Armed with the knowledge of how to apply for 
>jobs, the next step is getting one. From where 
>to search to how to ace an interview, this 
>session will teach the skills job seekers need 
>in order to not only find a job but succeed at it.
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>2:00 PM to 5:00 PM: Federationism in Action
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><https://zoom.us/j/97882580108?pwd=eTcrS3N3VlFSeHFhNGRpZ0xmZjFhdz09>Join 
>Zoom meeting | Meeting ID: 978 8258 0108 | Password: 63266100
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>2:00 PM­A Seminar at Convention: Discussing and 
>Debating our Philosophy of Blindness
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>We know we can live the lives we want. We know 
>that blindness doesn’t have to hold us back. 
>What does that mean for each of us, though, when 
>we encounter discrimination or when people treat 
>us differently. Share your thoughts on blindness 
>in this moderated discussion featuring 
>thought-provoking situations. Yadiel Sotomayor, 
>Facilitator and Home Management Instructor, 
>Blindness: Learning in New Dimensions (a
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>3:00 PM­Understanding the NFB: Our Philosophy 
>and our Purpose; Mark Riccobono, President, National Federation of the Blind
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>Perhaps you’re new to the National Federation of 
>the Blind, or perhaps you have burning questions 
>about something you’ve never quite understood. 
>Join our national president for an open forum 
>discussion of our organization, the philosophy 
>we embody, and what makes us so effective.
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>4:00 PM­Resolutions Committee; Jennifer Dunnam, Chairperson
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>Resolutions are the policies of our 
>organization, and they help us set priorities 
>for the coming year. Before resolutions are 
>discussed on the convention floor, however, they 
>are considered first by the resolutions 
>committee. This is your opportunity to hear the 
>resolutions as they are first read and listen as the committee discusses them.
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>2:00 PM to 5:00 PM: Live Smarter, Not Harder
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><https://zoom.us/j/93043161983?pwd=emx4a2l4b2t2aHhGNlU1bEJ4Vk1MQT09>Join 
>Zoom meeting | Meeting ID: 930 4316 1983 | Password: 63266100
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>Briley O'Connor, Facilitator and NFBMN Secretary
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>2:00 PM­Tips for Trading Stocks Independently; 
>Taey Mack, Member, NFBMN Metro Chapter
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>2:15 PM­Logging into the Internet of Things; 
>Steve Decker, Lead Accessibility Consultant, Target
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>2:30 PM­Up Your iPhone Game with Shortcuts; 
>Corbb O’Connor, Chairperson, NFBMN Technology Committee
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>2:45 PM­NFB-NEWSLINE® Demonstration; Dave 
>Andrews, President, NFBMN At-Large Chapter
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>3:00 PM­Working from Home During a Pandemic; Briley O’Connor, NFBMN Secretary
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>3:30 PM­Zoomed Out: Self Care Strategies During 
>Challenging Times; Candice Chapman, President, NFB Human Services Division
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>4:00 PM­App Forum
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>There are more than 2 million apps in the iOS 
>App Store alone, and they can do anything you 
>can imagine
and some things you’ve likely never 
>considered. Come discover your next favorite 
>apps, and share your current favorites with 
>others. Chelsey Duranleau, Facilitator: 
>Treasurer, NFBMN Metro Chapter and Technology 
>Instructor, Blindness: Learning in New Dimensions (BLIND), Inc.
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>6:00 PM to 7:30 PM: Friday Evening General Session
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><https://zoom.us/j/99804635773?pwd=M0dGeEx1TzNSYzRXVnJNdUNSR0V3QT09>Join 
>Zoom meeting | Meeting ID: 998 0463 5773 | Password: 63266100
>    * 6:00 PM­Welcome and Call to Order
>    * 6:10 PM­Convention and Zoom Logistics
>    * 6:15 PM­Celebrating 100 Years of History in Sound, Part 1
>    * 6:30 PM­The Young and the Homeless: The NFBMN Players
>    * 6:35 PM­Stories from our Early Years; 
> Peggy Chong, The Blind History Lady
>    * 6:55 PM­Voices of Federationists
>    * 7:10 PM­Fit Break; Kyle Hanneman, Fitness Consultant
>    * 7:15 PM­Lessons from STEAM; Kaden Colton, 
> Communications Instructor, Blindness: Learning in New Dimensions (BLIND), Inc.
>    * 7:30 PM­Adjourn
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>7:30 PM to 10:00 PM: Auction and Trivia
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><https://zoom.us/j/99804635773?pwd=M0dGeEx1TzNSYzRXVnJNdUNSR0V3QT09>Join 
>Zoom meeting | Meeting ID: 998 0463 5773 | Password: 63266100
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>Join your Federation family for an evening full 
>of NFB trivia and fast, furious bidding on 
>exciting auction items. Bring your thinking caps and your credit cards!
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>Saturday, November 7
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>9:00 AM to 12:00 PM: Saturday Morning General Session
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><https://zoom.us/j/99804635773?pwd=M0dGeEx1TzNSYzRXVnJNdUNSR0V3QT09>Join 
>Zoom meeting | Meeting ID: 998 0463 5773 | Password: 63266100
>    * 9:00 AM­Welcome and Call to Order
>    * 9:05 AM­It Takes a Nation: A Report from 
> Our National Representative; Mark Riccobono, 
> President, National Federation of the Blind
>    * 9:45 AM­Celebrating 100 Years of History in Sound, Part 2
>    * 10:00 AM­Building our Future at BLIND Inc. 
> and Beyond; Jennifer Kennedy, Executive 
> Director, Blindness: Learning in New Dimensions (BLIND), Inc.
>    * 10:30 AM­100 Years of Rehabilitation and 
> Counting; Natasha Jerde, Director, State Services for the Blind
>    * 10:45 AM­Q&A
>    * 10:50 AM­Fit Break; Kyle Hanneman, Fitness Consultant
>    * 10:55 AM­My Life and My Journeys; Michele 
> Gittens, Member, NFBMN Metro Chapter
>    * 11:10 AM­Teaching Minnesota's Blind Students in a Pandemic
>    * 11:20 AM­Q&A
>    * 11:25 AM­Education and Perspective from 
> the Minnesota State Academy for the Blind; John 
> Davis, Director, Minnesota State Academy for the Blind
>    * 11:40 AM­The Lessons of Saturday School; The NFBMN Players
>    * 11:45 AM­An Update from the Minnesota 
> Braille and Talking Book Library; Catherine Durivage, Library Program Director
>    * 11:55 AM­Q&A
>    * 12:00 PM­Adjourn
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>12:30 PM to 1:30 PM: BLIND, Inc. Virtual Luncheon
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><https://zoom.us/j/92930440202?pwd=WEVBM2pVdVhtd0tpMjZjZmFYYkNDUT09>Join 
>Zoom meeting | Meeting ID: 929 3044 0202 | Password: 63266100
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>Please join the students and staff of Blindness: 
>Learning in New Dimensions (BLIND), Inc. as we 
>celebrate the progress and accomplishments of 
>our consumer-directed training center rooted in 
>Federation philosophy.  Jennifer Kennedy, Executive Director
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>2:00 PM to 3:30 PM: Annual Meeting of the 
>Minnesota Association of Blind Students
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><https://umn.zoom.us/j/92721095172?pwd=OE5reVFFYVJ0Q21ldCtmeEhxV1QrZz09>Join 
>Zoom meeting | Meeting ID: 927 2109 5172 | Password: nfbmn100
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>Samantha Flax, President
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>2:00 PM to 3:30 PM: Annual Meeting of the 
>National Federation of the Blind of Minnesota Seniors Division
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><https://zoom.us/j/94005415267?pwd=WWFiN1l5emRiZEU3aTRpT1JTdDd0Zz09>Join 
>Zoom meeting | Meeting ID: 940 0541 5267 | Password: 63266100
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>Judy Sanders, President
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>2:00 PM to 3:30 PM: Blind Parents Discussion Group
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><https://zoom.us/j/92162225283?pwd=WHk5RDcwRU1IeHM4Yk45VmhDZW1Bdz09>Join 
>Zoom meeting | Meeting ID: 921 6222 5283 | Password: 63266100
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>Briley O'Connor, Facilitator
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>2:00 PM to 3:30 PM: Minnesota Chat
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><https://zoom.us/j/98163620323?pwd=Z1dpa0theVEwV3JiRlFFcmpxdkJNUT09>Join 
>Zoom meeting | Meeting ID: 981 6362 0323 | Password: 63266100
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>Check the NFBMN website for Zoom details closer to the event.
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>3:45 PM to 5:00 PM: Saturday Afternoon General Session
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><https://zoom.us/j/99804635773?pwd=M0dGeEx1TzNSYzRXVnJNdUNSR0V3QT09>Join 
>Zoom meeting | Meeting ID: 998 0463 5773 | Password: 63266100
>    * 3:45 PM­Call to Order
>    * 3:50 PM­Raising the White Cane; The NFBMN Players
>    * 3:55 PM­A Conversation with Long-time 
> Leaders: Decades of Accomplishments; Joyce 
> Scanlan, NFBMN Past President and Tom Scanlan, NFBMN Past Treasurer
>    * 4:20 PM­Celebrating 100 Years of History in Sound, Part 3
>    * 4:35 PM­Presidential Report; Ryan Strunk, NFBMN President
>    * 4:50 PM­Voices of Federationists
>    * 5:00 PM­Adjourn
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>6:30 PM to 10:00 PM: Keynote Address
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><https://zoom.us/j/99804635773?pwd=M0dGeEx1TzNSYzRXVnJNdUNSR0V3QT09>Join 
>Zoom meeting | Meeting ID: 998 0463 5773 | Password: 63266100
>    * Invocation
>    * Presentation of Awards
>        * Scholarship Class: Steve Jacobson, Chairperson
>        * Essay Contest: Kathy McGillivray
>    * Keynote Address: Mark Riccobono, 
> President, National Federation of the Blind
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>Sunday, November 8
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>9:00 AM to 12:00 PM: Sunday Morning General Session
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><https://zoom.us/j/99804635773?pwd=M0dGeEx1TzNSYzRXVnJNdUNSR0V3QT09>Join 
>Zoom meeting | Meeting ID: 998 0463 5773 | Password: 63266100
>    * 9:00 AM­Call to Order
>    * 9:05 AM­Seriously Shirley; The NFBMN Players
>    * 9:10 AM­Resolutions; Jennifer Dunnam, NFBMN Treasurer
>    * 9:40 AM­Treasurer's Report; Jennifer Dunnam, NFBMN Treasurer
>    * 10:00 AM­Elections
>    * 10:30 AM­Fit Break, Kyle Hanneman, Fitness Consultant
>    * 10:35 AM­Chapter and Committee Reports
>    * 11:00 AM­Valley Unfair, The NFBMN Players
>    * 11:05 AM­Building Bonds of Community and 
> Learning; Shane Wegner Board Member, National Association of Blind Students
>    * 11:20 AM­Ensuring Access to an Equal 
> Education for Blind Students; Karen Anderson, 
> Education Programs Coordinator, National 
> Federation of the Blind Jernigan Institute
>    * 11:35 AM­Celebrating 100 Years of History in Sound, Part 4
>    * 11:50 AM­Announcements
>    * 12:00 PM­Adjourn
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>Special Thanks
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>The activities of this organization can only 
>succeed with the help and dedication of many 
>Federationists, and the convention is no 
>exception.  The National Federation of the Blind 
>of Minnesota offers particular thanks to all of 
>the many Federationists who have worked both out 
>in front and behind the scenes to make this convention happen.
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>NFB of Minnesota Board of Directors:
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>·        Ryan Strunk, Minneapolis (President)
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>·        Steve Jacobson, Edina (Vice President)
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>·        Briley O’Connor, Minneapolis (Secretary)
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>·        Jennifer Dunnam, Saint Louis Park (Treasurer)
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>·        Dave Andrews, Stillwater
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>·        Cody Beardslee, Minneapolis
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>·        Rob Hobson, Minneapolis
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>·        Jennifer Wenzel, Bloomington
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>·        Jan Bailey, Rochester
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>NFB of Minnesota Chapters
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>·        At-Large: Dave Andrews, President
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>·        Metro: Deanna Langton, President
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>·        Riverbend: Christopher Murphy, President
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>·        Rochester: Jan Bailey, President
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>·        Twin Ports: Alex Loch, President
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>Divisions, Committees, and
>Work Groups
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>·        Convention Auction: Charlotte Czarnekki & Tara Coyne
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>·        Convention Door Prizes: Amy Baron, John 
>TeBockhorst, and Tom TeBockhorst
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>·        Convention Logistics: Corbb O’Connor
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>·        Convention Sound, Recording, and 
>Streaming: Tim Aune and Steve Jacobson
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>·        Legal and Policy Committee: Jennifer Dunnam, Chairperson
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>·        Membership Committee: Jan Bailey, Chairperson
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>·        Minnesota Association of Blind Students: Samantha Flax, President
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>·        Minnesota Bulletin: Kathy McGillivray, Editor
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>·        National Federation of the Blind of 
>Minnesota Seniors’ Division: Judy Sanders, President
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>·        Resolutions Committee: Jennifer Dunnam, Chairperson
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>·        Scholarship Committee: Steve Jacobson, Chairperson
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>·        Social Media: Samantha Flax and Kayde Rieken, Co-chairpersons
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>·        Technology Committee: Corbb O’Connor, Chairperson
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>Ryan Strunk, President
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><mailto:president at nfbmn.org>president at nfbmn.org
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>www.nfb.org
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><http://www.nfbmn.org>www.nfbmn.org
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>(612) 872-9363
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>Live the life you Want.
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