Outreach/Events
Campus and Community Outreach
The Access Center promotes disability awareness through a variety of community outreach activities, including classroom presentations, campus disability awareness initiatives, and high school transition programs/fairs. Outreach events include:
STEP (Supportive Transition Education Program) is designed for Colorado junior and senior high school students with disabilities; including visual, hearing, physical/mobility, chronic health, psychological and students with ADD and learning disabilities who are considering or planning on attending college. STEP conferences are held in October and April each year.
“I liked how it touched base on everything about what to expect in college and some basic stepping stones toward my college success.” (April 2012 STEP Participant)
“Very informative. Student panel addressed a wide range of disabilities/needs. Also the students were very positive.” (April 2012 STEP Participant)
Disability Awareness Festival is an annual tri-institutional/community event held on the Auraria Campus during the month on October to promote greater awareness of and respect for individuals with disabilities. This event is the collaborative effort of the following institutions: Community College of Denver Center for Persons with Disabilities, University of Colorado Denver Office of Disability Resources & Services, Metropolitan State University of Denver, Access Center for Disability Accommodations & Adaptive Technology and Mental Health Center of Denver, 2Succeed in Education and Employment.
“The most beneficial would have to be the vendors from all of over Colorado. They all had valuable information for the students and staff.” (DAF 2011 Attendee)
“ I also learned about the accommodations that students at Metro can receive. I liked the energy and the kindness I received at the Metro booth.” (DAF 2011 Attendee)
“The technology available is incredible. Keep up the good work!” ( Adaptive Technology Demonstration, DAF 2011 Attendee)
Ambassador Program
The Access Center has established a Student Ambassador Program. Selected ambassadors will participate in various volunteer positions throughout each semester. The role of the ambassador is to promote awareness of the services provided through the Access Center and support other individuals with disabilities as they pursue higher educational goals.
“I love what it has taught me through talking to others and with the staff. I think there is a chance to really educate the public and bring awareness to students and staff. This is a very, very important program and would love to see it expand more to other areas in the public.” (Access Center Student Ambassador)
Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP)
The WRP is a recruitment and referral program that connects federal and private sector employers nationwide with highly motivated college students and recent graduates with disabilities who are eager to prove their abilities in the workplace through summer or permanent jobs. For more information, please visit www.wrp.gov. You may also contact the Access Center, 303-556-8387 or www.accesscenter@mscd.edu, in order to learn more about the program.
