In this episode of White Canes Connect, Preston and Simon talk with Joanne Kim and Ashleigh Rogers, NFB Scholarship finalists. Joanne is a rising sophomore at Temple University, while Ashleigh is an incoming freshman at Lebanon Valley College.
They discuss their experiences as visually impaired students and their career aspirations. Joanne studies environmental science and aims to work for the government to protect the environment, while Ashleigh plans to major in actuarial science and hopes to work in the insurance industry before transitioning to a government position.
Both students highlight their challenges in their schooling and the importance of having the right tools and support. They also share their involvement with the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) and how they discovered the organization. Joanne emphasizes the positive impact of transferring to a school for the blind, significantly improving her academic success.
The students discuss their scholarship application process and offer advice to potential applicants. They express excitement about attending the NFB convention and meeting others with visual impairments.
Both scholarship winners had suggestions on how to help themselves and the community. Joanne pointed to Temple University's Society of Environmental Engineers and Scientists
https://www.instagram.com/tu.sees/, while Ashleigh thought the 4H Club benefited her growth. Find one near you at https://4-h.org/.
Show notes at https://www.whitecanesconnect.com/076
Support the NFB of PA & White Cane Coffee
Support the NFB of PA with every purchase at White Cane Coffee Company by going to https://www.whitecanecoffee.com/ref/nfbp. When you use that link to purchase from White Cane Coffee, the NFB of PA earns a 10% commission! Share the link with your family and friends! Listen to Erin and Bob Willman from White Cane Coffee on episode 072 of White Canes Connect.
Give Us A Call
We'd love to hear from you! We've got a phone number for you to call, ask us questions, give us feedback, or say, "Hi!" Call us at (267) 338-4495. You have up to three minutes for your message, and we might use it on an upcoming episode. Please leave your name and town as part of your message.
Follow White Canes Connect
Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon | IHeartRadio
Connect With Us
If you've got questions, comments, or show ideas, reach out on Twitter. We are @PABlindPodcast. You can also email us at WhiteCanesConnect@gmail.com.