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VIDBE-Q Volume 64 Issue 2
In reflecting on our sharp and frosty convention in Indianapolis, there
was a surprisingly good turnout despite the flight delays from the winter
storms. In the midst of the bitter cold, was a hearty sense of community
with our award winners and colleagues who traveled to share their insights
in presentations and poster sessions. Our preconvention workshop on
dance-based interventions included four fantastic presenters led by Dr.
Cathy Nelson from the University of Utah. We hosted our business meeting
and social at a beloved Bavarian restaurant, the Rathskeller, which looked
like a stone castle in the midst of downtown. Over fondue and pretzels, we
celebrated the consistent contribution of teachers like Carady Holguin and
leaders in preparation like Dr. Laura Bozeman. We remembered the lives
of Dr. Deborah Hatton, Dr. Sonny Summers, and Dr. Jan van Dijk by
honoring those who continue their work.
In the midst of a snowy conference, I found myself warmed by
passion of colleagues who shared their studies, their practice, and both low
and high tech innovations to support students- an ethnographic study by
Dr. Danene Fast, an app that promotes body awareness through yoga
poses, and a great presentation on the literacy experiences of students
who are deafblind. From our showcase on being "16 with No Wheels" by
Molly Pasley and Lauralyn Randles to our DVIDB Community Forum which
