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<http://www.clhe.org/clhe/wp-content/themes/clheTheme/images/caption.gif> The Proposed ADA Amendments Act and DOJ Regulations: Preparing for Change Featuring L. Irene Bowen, J.D. Principal, ADA One LLC Former Deputy Chief, Disability Rights Section, Civil Rights Division, Department of Justice Former Deputy General Counsel, U S Access Board L. Scott Lissner ADA Coordinator, The Ohio State University Associate, John Glenn School of Public Affairs Lecturer, Knowlton School of Architecture & Moritz College of Law When: September 4, 2008, 2:00-3:30 Eastern Where: Wherever you want! About the Program This teleseminar will provide an overview of the proposed legislation being considered in Congress that would amend the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and also provide a review of the Department of Justice's proposed regulatory changes. Specifically, the program will cover: * A review of the proposed regulatory changes with an emphasis on how they will impact resident life, athletics and student affairs (ticketing and seating in assembly areas, service animals, physical access, and more). * A brief overview o.f key changes proposed for the Standards for Accessible Design. * An update on the proposed ADA Amendments Act and analysis of the bill's key provisions. * An exploration of how changes in the definition of who has a disability will impact colleges and universities, from academic accommodations to student conduct. Cost CLHE Members: Free! Regular Price: $95 CLHE is very pleased to offer free educational programs as part of CLHE membership. This benefit alone likely makes up for the price of membership <http://www.clhe.org/clhe/?page_id=5> ! We also are very pleased to offer non-members these educational programs at prices well below market value. What is a CLHE Teleseminar? * Participants will be able to listen to the presenters via the phone. * Participants will be given an email address to send questions during the program. Also, participants are encouraged to send questions ahead of time. * Materials will be sent to all particants in advance of the program. Benefits of a Teleseminar * No travel expenses. * No fancy technology required. * Multiple people from a site can participate. * Saves money on professional development. If you have any questions, please contact CLHE. Registering is Easy * Register by Phone: (561) 792-4440 * On Line http://www.clhe.org/clhe/?page_id=62 ________________End of message________________ This Disability-Research Discussion list is managed by the Centre for Disability Studies at the University of Leeds (www.leeds.ac.uk/disability-studies). Enquiries about list administration should be sent to [log in to unmask] Archives and tools are located at: www.jiscmail.ac.uk/lists/disability-research.html You can VIEW, POST, JOIN and LEAVE the list by logging in to this web page.