Students interact with their mentors' co-workers and spend time in their homes.
As mentors are blind, students also have the opportunity to discuss issues concerning their own vision impairments. Education Students can learn a range of skills, including braille, keyboarding, using assistive technologies, general communications, shopping, cooking and maintaining a checking account. Advocacy Speakers from advocacy-related organizations, such as the Protection and Advocacy Group of the Americans with Disabilities Act, discuss pertinent laws, and how these laws may affect students. Emphasis is placed on the importance of teamwork in problem solving, communication, and providing assistance and support. If you have any questions or comments about our site, please E-mail the webmaster .