50th Biennial NAD Conference E-News

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50th Biennial NAD Conference E-News
May 29, 2010 Update

We hope this is a relaxing and enjoyable Memorial Day weekend for you all. This
e-news update alerts you to important 2012 NAD Conference details and deadlines.
Read on...

Register Now!  Monday, May 31 Deadlinewww.nad.org/events/biennial-conference/register
Time is running out to pre-register for the Combo or the Non-Combo before the
deadline of Monday, May 31, 2010- save money now to avoid waiting in line.  Only
Non-Combos will be sold onsite during the 50th Biennial NAD Conference, so
register right away!!

Deadline Reminder for Conference Hotel Reservationshttp://www.nad.org/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=298&qid=824084
Grab a cup of coffee at the Starbucks in the lobby and then take in a workshop or stroll through the exhibit hall!  Located in the heart of the business district, surrounded by restaurants and the Reading Terminal Market, the
Philadelphia Marriott-Downtown is the perfect place to stay for the 50th Biennial NAD Conference.  Reserve your hotel room before the cut-off deadline of Friday, June 4, 2010 and save big!  

Interested in NAD Board Service?http://www.nad.org/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=299&qid=824084
Sunday, June 6, 2010 is the deadline for those who are interested in candidacy for officer or regional representative positions on the NAD Board of Directors. Click on the link above for details.

Explore Philly: In ASL!
http://www.nad.org/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=300&qid=824084
Check out two vlogs, by Jon Kovacs and “Explore Philly: in ASL!” by Philadelphia deaf leaders and advocates, highlighting the many reasons why you must attend the 50th Biennial NAD Conference!

Five things you must do in Philadelphia
www.nad.org/events/biennial-conference/about-philadelphia
·         Stroll America’s most historic square mile
·         Soak in the arts
·         Network at night
·         Explore the outdoors
·         Shop ‘til you drop

Workshops and Commissions
www.nad.org/events/biennial-conference/workshops-commissions
The 50th Biennial NAD Conference is the place to go for skills development and advancement strategies as well as opportunities to attend and provide feedback at issues-oriented sessions.  Seventy workshops and commissions will be offered
with topics ranging from Video Captioning on You Tube, Interacting with Law Enforcement, Speed Networking: Advancing Your Career, Grassroots Advocacy Strategies, ASL Poetry, Deaf Self Advocacy, What Your Interpreter Wished You
Knew, Disability Disclosure and so much more!  Click on the link above for workshop/commission schedule with presenter names, titles and descriptions.  For
more information on presenter bios, click here.
http://www.nad.org/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=302&qid=824084

Major Conference Events
http://www.nad.org/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=303&qid=824084
Learn more about major conference events – click on the link above to view a vlog by Kirsten Poston, Appointed Member of the NAD Board of Directors, which is
also summarized below.  All conference events are accessible in ASL and English (CART).
*  Join loyal NAD supporters at the Order of Georges/ettes Breakfast on Tuesday,
July 6 with emcee Kirsten Poston and keynote presenter Kelby Brick!
*  Watch your delegates in action as they discuss issues important to you and
the American deaf community at the Council of Representative meetings all day on
Tuesday, July 6 and again on Saturday morning, July 10 when elections for
officers and regional representatives will be held.
*  Become part of history with a memorable Welcome Ceremony on Wednesday
morning, July 7. Celebrate the 50th biennial gathering of the NAD and its 130th
anniversary, plus the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act,
with President Bobbie Beth Scoggins and keynoter presenters MJ Bienvenu and
Claudia Gordon!
*  Participate in the General Forum (open to all individual and organizational
NAD members) on Wednesday afternoon, July 7 and meet finalists for the CEO
position (Learn about the CEO search process athttp://www.nad.org/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=306&qid=824084)
*  Catch up with old friends and make new ones at the Senior Citizen’s Luncheon
on Friday, July 9 with emcee Gertie Galloway and keynote presenter Robert
Davila!
*  Do the same at the Youth Luncheon on Saturday, July 10 with emcee Lissette
Molina and keynote presenters Alim Chandani and Jennifer Yost Ortiz and at the
same time celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Youth Leadership Camp!
*  Don’t miss the College Bowl Finals on Thursday, July 8, emceed by Paul
Rutowski! Find out details on this year’s contestants and coaches – which team
will bring home the trophy? Who will have the most spirited team support?  How
many questions will you be able to answer?http://www.nad.org/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=304&qid=824084
*  Root for your favorite contestant at the Miss Deaf America Ambassador Finals
on Friday, July 9 with emcees Evon Black and Frank Dattolo!  Click here for
details on this year’s contestants – will your favorite win the coveted title? http://www.nad.org/sites/all/modules/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=305&qid=824084
*  End the week at the Closing Ceremonies/Banquet featuring the world acclaimed
National Theatre of the Deaf and a tribute to outgoing CEO Nancy Bloch, followed
by an exciting live auction with emcees Julie Rems-Smario and Ed Waterstreet!

Philadelphia, Here I Come!
*  Getting Here – www.visitphilly.com/getting-here
*  Getting Around Town – www.visitphilly.com/getting-around
*  Going to Museums and Attractions – www.visitphilly.com/museums-attractions

Onwards to a Wonderful Gathering in Philadelphia
We look forward to your being with us for a productive, enriching and fun-filled
celebration in the City of Brotherly Love!

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