2023 was a year of positive change for Lewa Diarra. The two-time Council Scholarship recipient transferred from the University of Minnesota to UW-Madison for her junior year. “I’m really enjoying being back in Madison and being closer to family,” the Madison West High School graduate says. The switch to Madison included a change in majors… Continue Reading 2023 Student Spotlight: Lewa Diarra
Last month, we shared with you a workaround to help deal with a recent change to the Windows Notepad application. The workaround allows the user to land in a new blank document upon launching Notepad rather than in the last document that was worked on. We like Notepad. But it’s far from the only option… Continue Reading Take Note: More Tools for Tackling Your Notetaking Needs
From the Council offices to clients’ homes to the State Capitol, 2023 was a productive year in all aspects of the Council’s work—advocacy, education and vision services. As the new year begins, there’s a lot to celebrate even as the work continues. “At the close of each year, I’m touched and amazed at what the… Continue Reading Pausing to Reflect on a Year Well Spent:
2023 in Review
Most public and private employers are required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. These adaptive tools and strategies allow employees to perform the essential function of their jobs and fully participate in the workplace environment. Why might employees with disabilities not have these necessary ways to… Continue Reading When and How to Request Employment Accommodations
Patty Zallar and her service dog. Patty Zallar has been involved with the Council’s board in various capacities for about 10 years. She served on the legislative work group and looks forward to continuing to work on advocacy issues like transportation and employment. “Patty is a proud proponent of service dogs and a staunch advocate of disability rights, especially access to public… Continue Reading Thank You to Board Member Patty Zallar
As this year draws to a close, many of us are looking to put 2020 behind us and start fresh in 2021. Pandemic or not, people will continue to lose their vision due to accidents, illness and disease. The Council aims to finish the year on solid financial ground, so we are available for every… Continue Reading Support People in Wisconsin Who Live with Vision Loss
Mia Zutter in her ski team jacket. Mia Zutter is a recipient of a 2020 Council scholarship. The cross-country runner and former Paralympic Games skier is a senior studying psychology at The College of St. Scholastica in Duluth, Minnesota. Although classes resumed at the small campus this fall, they went virtual following Thanksgiving break. Mia… Continue Reading Student Spotlight 2020: Mia Zutter
It is with sadness that the Council board and staff share the passing of long-time board member and supporter Arnold Tucker. Arnold was a board member from 2002 to 2014 including serving as treasurer and on the finance committee, where he continued until 2018.In 2014 he was honored with the “Backyard Hero Award” by Community… Continue Reading Remembering Arnold Tucker
Thank you to those who supported the Council’s work by making a gift on Giving Tuesday! Among those whose support benefits people who rely on the Council for resources and vision services is Ann Albert, Executive Director of AgeBetter, Inc. and managing director of Sharing Active Independent Lives – SAIL in Madison. “My professional work with… Continue Reading Thank You, Giving Tuesday Donors
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A new year brings changes to the Council’s Board of Directors both in membership and leadership. Board Chair Nick Sinram of Milwaukee remains at the helm. Nick says the transition of new officers creates opportunities for individual members and the board at large. He is also respectful of the extra demands that come with members… Continue Reading New Year Brings Changes to the Board of Directors
Louis Braille was born on January 4, 1809. Five years ago, the United Nations honored him by proclaiming that date World Braille Day. World Braille Day celebrates the importance of Braille’s revolutionary raised dot system, which allows people who are unable to interact with ordinary print to read through touch. World Braille Day also kicks… Continue Reading The Ongoing March of Access Technology: A World Braille Day Message
The end of 2023 brings to a close the tenures of three valued members of the Council Board of Directors: Chuck Fehl, Deen Amusa and Karen Heesen. Each member devoted time and energy to governance and oversight of our organization and were dedicated champions for the interests of people with vision loss in Wisconsin. Chuck… Continue Reading Thank You to Outgoing Board Members Chuck Fehl, Deen Amusa and Karen Heesen!