Disability Resources and Services
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What's going on in DRS for the month of October.
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Hello, and welcome back to another month of this lovely, lanternfly infested year. We always look forward to October because it brings great things like cooler weather, student's fall break and homecoming, and midterms.
With that, October also brings a plethora of acknowledgements to the community of people with disabilities. You'll see a list of the various (and only a shortened version) Awareness month celebrations listed below. An important one which we are giving the spotlight this month by presenting lots of opportunities for employment, internships, or participaring in research studies, is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). The theme for this year is Advancing Access and Equity, and along with the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, we hope you'll take advantage of the many opportunities being made available to you, and other individuals with disabilities.
Enjoy the month, and the beginning of autumn weather! We'll see you next time.
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Your Hub for Accommodation Info!
Remember, this resource is here to help you navigate everything related to accommodations.
Think of it like your go-to guidebook for handling student stuff. We're talking about things like sending your Disability Notification Letters each semester and getting your Alternative Testing requests squared away. We'll keep you in the loop with key updates throughout the year, and if there's a deadline coming up or some cool event brewing in DRS land: we'll make sure you're the first to know.
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Accommodation Reminders
Log in to the Student Portal to request accommodations, exams, and appointments with your disability specialist. Remember you must request your accommodations every semester.
Alternative Testing Requests: For students who plan to take exams in the testing center, all exam requests must be submitted at a minimum of three (3) business days before the date of the exam (seven business days for finals). Business days exclude weekends and University observed holidays.
Please note the Alternative Testing process is for in-person on-paper exams only. See: Alternative Testing Request Instructions for Students. If you have any questions, please contact DRS!
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Important Dates in October
October brings a lot of awareness to individuals, and groups, of people with disabilities. Some of those month long events are ADHD Awareness, Breast Cancer Awareness, Colon Cancer Awareness, Depresssion Education and Awareness, Down Syndrome Awareness, Dwarfism Awareness, Dyslexia Awareness, and National Disability Employment Awareness month. Along with many more.
Oct. 5: American Veterans Disabled for Life Awareness Day
Oct. 6: Fall Break for Students
Oct. 10: World Mental Health Day
Oct. 12 through 14: Homecoming
Oct. 15: Blind Americans Safety Day
Oct. 22: International Stuttering Awareness Day
Oct. 29: World Stroke Day
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What DRS did in September!
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DRS would like to thank everyone who attended our first College to Career virtual workshop!
The next workshop will take place on Thursday, October 19th. The topic will be Job Selection, and we will be discussing content related to things to consider when selecting a job, identifying strengths and areas for improvement, what to look for in a job/work environment, etc.
As a reminder, the series is being offered to undergraduate students who are registered with DRS and is designed to prepare students with disabilities for entering the workforce by providing education related to resume writing, job selection, self-advocacy, disability disclosure, accommodations, and interview etiquette.
All workshops will take place from 3:00pm to 4:00pm via Microsoft Teams.
The dates and topics are as follows:
October 19th – Job Selection
November 16th – Interviewing/Networking
January 18th – Disability Disclosure
February 15th – Accommodations Overview
March 21st – Workplace Barriers
April 18th – Self-Advocacy
Be on the look out for more information, including instructions on how to attend the event.
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Peer Mentor Catch-up
October 4th - Stress Reducer Event
3:00 to 4:30 pm in William Pitt Union Dining Room A (take elevator up to floor 1)
Take a break from your studies and come by to color, paint a pumpkin, and meet Ruby the Therapy dog. Peer Mentors and Mentees, please complete the Qualtrics survey (sent out via a separate email) if you plan to attend. This will help us coordinate supplies for the event. Thank you!
October 9th - Donuts and Connect Opportunity
9:00 to 11:00 am in William Pitt Union, Dining Room B (take elevator up to floor 1).
This will be a safe space to ask Mentors any questions related to academics, navigating a social life on campus, and adapting to college life with a disability. Ask if you “donut know!”
Mentees, please complete the survey that will be sent out in advance to ask any questions you have so they can be answered at the event.
Donuts and drinks provided.
October 24th - Bingo Night
6:00 to 7:30 pm in William Pitt Union Room 837
Fall Harvest get together where there will be bingo, food, and prizes. Feel free to dress up in your favorite Halloween costume, if you choose (not required).
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Delta Alpha Pi Update
Delta Alpha Pi Induction ceremony was held on September 22.
60 new members were inducted. Congratulations for all your hard work!
Members, please continue to check your email for important updates about upcoming Delta Alpha Pi events and meetings.
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Construction Impacts on Mobility
Check out this resource from Pitt Mobility for how construction projects around campus may affect mobility. It is intended to communicate traffic alerts, street closures, shuttles and regional bus planning tools.
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Getting Started with Pitt Global Experiences: Expanding Your Global Mindset
Last month, the Pitt Global Experience Office (PittGEO) hosted an informative presentation for students registered with DRS. PittGEO has reinvented traditional study abroad and made it more powerful, personalized, and accessible than ever before. With PittGEO, the avenues for engagement at Pitt are truly without boundaries, featuring over 350 program types ranging from international programs in 75 countries to various domestic programs throughout the United States. PittGEO has lifted every barrier to an incredible global education, no matter a student’s major.
Global experiences can support student’s academic, personal, and professional development. Notably, students who study abroad have higher graduation rates and higher GPA's. Further, students who engage in these experiences develop a wide range of personal skills such as flexibility, self-reliance, global awareness, interpersonal communication, intercultural communications, problem solving, and language skills. Overwhelmingly, employers state that the intercultural skills of their employees are important to organizational success. And most importantly, global experiences are fun!
Program prices are available to fit every budget and numerous financial aid and scholarship opportunities are available. DRS is proud to offer the Kevin Cecil Study Abroad Scholarship, which provides students financial assistance for a summer study abroad experience. This scholarship aims to empower persons with disabilities to go abroad and offset the cost by offering two $1,000 scholarships each year. Visit the DRS website to learn more about the Kevin Cecil Study Abroad Scholarship.
PittGEO peer advisors and professional staff are available to speak with you about goals and interests and to set you on the path to find the right program. Stop by the office in 802 WPU Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm for walk-in appointments or schedule an appointment with a team member globalexperiences@pitt.edu. Happy travels!
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Mental Health Awareness Month Events
October is Mental Health Awareness Month, and The University of Pittsburgh is committed to supporting your well-being. Throughout the month, your fellow students have a range of events and resources to help you prioritize your mental health. Join other Panthers for workshops on stress management, mindfulness sessions, and interactive discussions on self-care. Our Counseling Center is also available for confidential support, and you can explore online resources and self-help tools on their website.
Remember, you're not alone, we're here to help you thrive academically and emotionally.
View the calendar to see a full list of Mental Health events happening this month.
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Opportunities / Research
Are You a College Student Interested in Sexual Violence Prevention?
The CAMPUS study is seeking college students interested in
participating in a series of sessions focused on understanding the
causes and effects of alcohol use and sexual violence, as well as
intervention opportunities, on college campuses.
The time commitment to participate is four two-hour sessions
during the Fall 2023 semester. Sessions will be held in person on
the University of Pittsburgh Campus.
Participants will receive $75 per session as a thank you for
their time, plus funds to cover travel expenses.*
If interested in participating, please fill out the following survey by
clicking on this link: https://pitt.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7aqON2CKRdJtqui
Any questions? Please reach out to Stina Mair.
*Participants will receive a fixed amount of $15 per session to cover transportation.Reimbursement for ridesharing services available on a case-by-case basis.
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Student researchers at Fordham University are looking for college students currently taking STEM classes to participate in a 30 to 40-minute questionnaire.
THE PURPOSE:
To understand challenges university students with disabilities may face studying a rigorious science, technology, engineering, or mathematical major.
TO BE ELIGIBLE:
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Must be a college student
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Qualify as having a disability (eg. learning disability, ADHD, physical disability, etc.)
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Must be majoring in a STEM field
CONFIDENTIALITY OF ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL BE MAINTAINED
STUDENTS WHO COMPLETE THE QUESTIONNAIRE WILL BE ENTERED IN A RAFFLE FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A $10 AMAZON GIFT CARD
Questions?
Contact the primary investigator Mariam Hanna
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Looking for Young Adults with SMI for Community Participation Intervention Study
We are looking for your help in finding mental health consumers to participate in our paid research study. Our intervention, ConnectionsRx, focuses on increasing community participation of young adults with serious mental illnesses.
We are looking for individuals who:
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Are between the ages of 18 and 30
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Have an SMI diagnosis (bipolar, major depression, or a schizophrenia spectrum disorder)
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Have the ability to speak and understand English
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Willing to participate in a social-media peer support and a distance-based community participation intervention
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Have cell phone access
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Have the ability to provide informed consent
If consumers are eligible to participate, they will be asked to complete 3 research interviews, which will take approximately 60 minutes each. In appreciation of their time, they will receive a $30 gift card for each interview completed.
Participants may also be enrolled in a 6-month online program to support them with ideas and make plans to participate in more recreation in the community. The program has 1-1 phone call or video meetings with a recreational therapist every other week, and a peer support Discord group.
Please see the attached flyer to reach those who may be eligible to participate.
If have any questions, please contact us at connectionsrx@temple.edu or visit our website: sites.temple.edu/connectionsrx
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Nuclear Regulator Apprenticeship Network (NRAN) is for recent graduates with bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degrees and strong academic records in engineering and science who will be graduating during the 2023-2024 academic year.
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Salaries range from $73,000 - $89,000 per year.
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Applications are accepted through October 30, 2023.
Student Temporary Internship is for those who wish to work during the summer or school vacations.
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Salaries range from $16.50 to $37.90 per hour.
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Applications are accepted through October 30, 2023.
The majority of the internship opportunities are located at National Regulatory Commission (NRC) Headquarters in Rockville, MD. There are limited engineering and science-oriented opportunities in NRC regional offices:
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REGION I - King of Prussia, PA
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REGION II - Atlanta, GA
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REGION III - Lisle, IL
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REGION IV - Arlington, TX
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Technical Training Center (TTC) - Chattanooga, TN
This position offers training and developmental opportunities in the following areas:
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Engineering: Chemical, Computer, Civil/Structural, Electrical/Electronics, Environmental, Fire Protection, Industrial, Materials/Metallurgical, Mechanical, Nuclear/Radiological, Systems, Welding
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Physical Science: Atmospheric/Meteorology, Environmental, Geology, Hydrology, Physics, Seismology, and Health Physics (including concentrations in Radiation Biology, Waste Management, Environmental Health, Risk Communication, Radiation Chemistry, Radiation Dosimetry, Radiation Ecology, Epidemiology, Medical Physics, Radiation Oncology/Technology)
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Business: Accounting, Data Analytics, Economics, Finance, Human Resources, Management, Marketing
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International: International Affairs, International Policy
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Emergency Management: Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Security Management
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Information Management / Graphic Design: Digital Media, Graphic Design; Information Management, Library Science, Multimedia, Records Management
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Information Technology: Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Data Science, Computer Science/Information Technology, Instructional System Design, Network Engineering, Information Security, Software Architecture, Low-Code/No-Code Development, Application Development
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Mathematics: Actuarial Science, Data Analytics/Science, Mathematics, Statistics
The NRC is also accepting applications for those who wish to be consideration for employment under its Schedule A Program; this job posting is open to individuals with disabilities and is being used as a repository.
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Salaries range from $42,800 to $183,000 per year.
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Applications are accepted through March 22, 2024
The NRC is an independent Federal agency that licenses and regulates the Nation’s civilian use of radioactive materials to provide reasonable assurance of adequate protection of public health and safety, to promote the common defense and security, and to protect the environment. The NRC’s scope of responsibility includes regulating commercial nuclear power plants; nonpower production and utilization facilities including research and test reactors; nuclear fuel cycle facilities; medical, academic, and industrial uses of radioactive materials; the decommissioning of licensed facilities and sites; and the transport, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials and wastes. The NRC employs about 3,000 staff, and has headquarters near Washington, D.C., four regional offices (outside of Philadelphia, PA; in Atlanta, GA; outside of Chicago, IL; and in Arlington,
TX), a Technical Training Center (in Chattanooga, TN), and inspectors permanently stationed at nuclear power plants. Most of our staff are engineers or scientists, along with acquisitions specialists, administrative assistants, attorneys, facilities security and oversight, financial management, specialists in human capital, information technology, inspectors, etc.
Note that careers at the NRC do require employees to be U.S. citizens.
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