We’re celebrating a new year with success, announcing our new space, and sharing more about the BIT team for 2019! read more in our January 2019 newsletter
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Thank You And Happy Holidays 2018
We’re giving Thanks, wishing everyone a Happy Holidays, focus the spotlight on a talented candidate, and look forward to our annual Gala! read more in our December 2018 newsletter
BIT November 2018 Newsletter
We’re sharing out some good news, celebrating success and welcoming a new team member! read more in our November 2018 newsletter
Sight “privilege”
Barbara Brooks of Hacking Away at Happiness blog writes about the impact of active listening after meeting Mike Hess at an event recently. Continue Reading Sight “privilege”
Can smart cities work for the visually impaired?
The Denver-based Blind Institute of Technology is taking its message of inclusion in employment to smart cities planners through founder Mike Hess. Continue Reading Can smart cities work for the visually impaired?
BIT September News
We’re sharing out some good news, some upcoming events, and look forward to next year’s Dining in the Dark! Continue Reading BIT September News
LGS and BIT: “Blind Person Running” Project
LGS Innovations and a talented team of students from the University of Denver have teamed up to create some amazing assistive technology that enables people who are blind or visually impaired safely run around a track. Continue Reading LGS and BIT: “Blind Person Running” Project
BIT Summer News
In the latest issue of our newsletter, we highlight upcoming events, our symposium recap with links to speaker presentations, and shout out some good news. Continue Reading BIT Summer News
Recap of our 1st BIT Technology Symposium
Our 2018 Technology Symposium recap shares summaries, presentations, source code, and more! Continue Reading Recap of our 1st BIT Technology Symposium
Shedding Light on Disability
Our Executive Director, Mike Hess, hosted a “Blindfold Box Luncheon” where guests had to eat completely blindfolded at a Pueblo City-County Library District event. During his presentation, Mike encouraged those with disabilities to realize the value they might bring, not only to an organization, but to society as a whole. Continue Reading Shedding Light on Disability