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
Featured Press
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
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
Founder Mike Hess appears on Colorado TechCast
Mike Hess, our Founder and Executive Director, talks with Trapper Little of Colorado TechCast about his passion and The Blind Institute of Technology. Continue Reading Founder Mike Hess appears on Colorado TechCast
Founder Mike Hess Appears on Channel 9!
Mike Hess appears on Colorado and Company with Denise Plante! Denise Plante chats with Mike Hess about BIT and our annual Dining in the Dark Gala on Channel 9’s Colorado & Company Program
BIT Board Member Writing Seven-Part Article Series on Diversity and Inclusion
Mark Vivien, a member of the BIT Board of Directors, just published the first article in a planned seven-part series focusing on diversity and inclusion, and the value and talent that the blind and visually impaired community brings to the table. Read each of the published articles below! Read Part 1 – The Foundation Read… Continue Reading BIT Board Member Writing Seven-Part Article Series on Diversity and Inclusion
BIT’s Mike Hess Receives an Inaugural Shining Stars of Vocational Rehab Award!
Governor Hickenlooper Welcomes Recipients of Shining Stars of VR Awards, Including BIT’s Own Mike Hess! On November 16th, recipients of the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment’s first-ever Shining Stars of VR awards received recognition during an awards ceremony at the State Capitol. DENVER, Colo. – Nov. 16, 2017 – On November 16th, recipients of… Continue Reading BIT’s Mike Hess Receives an Inaugural Shining Stars of Vocational Rehab Award!
Martin Luther King, Jr. Business Awards to Honor Blind Institute of Technology
Non-Profit Organization Tackling High Unemployment among Blind and Visually Impaired Being Recognized for Adhering to the Ideals of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. DENVER, Colo. – Dec. 2, 2016 – Celebrating ‘Content of Character’ the Blind Institute of Technology (BIT) is among the 32nd annual Martin Luther King Business Awards recipients that will be honored… Continue Reading Martin Luther King, Jr. Business Awards to Honor Blind Institute of Technology
Uber Colorado Partners with Blind Institute of Technology
Uber Colorado Partners with Blind Institute of Technology to Provide Free Rides for Blind and Visually Impaired Job Seekers A Tap of the Uber App Removes Employment Barrier DENVER, Colo. – July 7, 2016 – Today the Blind Institute of Technology (BIT) and Uber Colorado announced an initiative to help qualified blind and visually impaired… Continue Reading Uber Colorado Partners with Blind Institute of Technology