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[VIP@University @vipatuni]

We have a podcast! The University InSight podcast aims to share the experiences of visually impaired people who have studied at university. Here's the first episode, let us know what you think!

[Dr Sofia Qvarfort @sqvarfort]

Hi everyone! I'm really excited to announce this project that I've been working on for a while now. It's a podcast called University InSight, where we talk with #VisuallyImpaired people about studying at uni. Here's the first episode with @daniel_hajas: https://t.co/yL321OyxBT

[Thomas Pocklington Trust @PocklingtonHub]

TPT and @LOOK_UK are hosting an event for #Students with #visionimpairment heading to #university in September. This event will discuss concerns, changes and new challenges to provide advice and reassurance for students. Register here >https://t.co/JLqpmVbnZc

[LOOK @LOOK_UK]

FREE Look UK + @TPTgeneral Back to Uni: Q&A for Visually Impaired Students. 26/08 @ 15:30

Advice + support for all students heading to Uni this Sept, with Will Kelly from @_UoW and Tiri Hughes, Chair of @OxfordDisCam

For more info:
https://t.co/PFf2Q7QmJj

#CharityTuesday

[Thomas Pocklington Trust @PocklingtonHub]

“Apply for DSA equipment as early as possible, so you can get everything in place for starting higher education in September”, advice from Amy Hedges from the Student Loans Company during our #StudentFinance event.

[VIP@University @vipatuni]

@sightandsoundt This live #panel starts in a few hours at 2PM BST. #Registration still open!

[VIP@University @vipatuni]

What could #SocialDistance mean for blind & partially-sighted people? How might challenges be addressed? Register to join live discussion hosted @sightandsoundt
https://t.co/hBt3sZXqLa

[VIP@University @vipatuni]

New #podcast episode of University InSight out! Meet Maja Reichard who is blind and who studied civil engineering at KTH, Stockholm.

We chat about accessible course material, negotiating with the university, and a teacher who went the extra mile to help.

https://t.co/84uYmZux1E

[Chronically Academic @chron_ac]

Friendly reminder that you can join us (for free!) by emailing [email protected]

Members are added to our mailing list & can also access our secret Facebook group to chat with other members & give/receive peer-support
#ChronicallyAcademic #ChronAcChat

[LOOK @LOOK_UK]

Are you a #VisuallyImpaired student or student-to-be, worrying
about the impact of Covid-19 on your future at University?

Join us and our expert panel @senclude @vipatuni and @Robynwatson76 for our Student Support Zoom on Wednesday 1st April, 15:30

https://t.co/kkmqICh0po

[VIP@University @vipatuni]

If you are a #VisuallyImpaired student at university in the UK, this seminar is for you. The panel will attempt to provide some clarity in these uncertain times (although many things are still very much up in the air). Join us tomorrow at 15:30!

[LOOK @LOOK_UK]

Are you a #VisuallyImpaired student or student-to-be, worrying
about the impact of Covid-19 on your future at University?

Join us and our expert panel @senclude @vipatuni and @Robynwatson76 for our Student Support Zoom on Wednesday 1st April, 15:30

https://t.co/kkmqICh0po

[Holly @lifeofablindgrl]

If you are posting important information about #covid19 please make it accessible for everyone - add image descriptions, share a link to the information on your website or include the text in your tweet. Accessibility is key but even more so right now

[LOOK @LOOK_UK]

Our new YouTube channel is coming. Here's a snippet!

We want to bring people together for fun and happy times!

Get in touch if you'd like to get involved and create some content for the channel. Please Share.

#LOOK #VisuallyImpaired #AccessibleSupport #HomeLearning

[VIP@University @vipatuni]

Robbie has also written about his experiences on our website, https://t.co/Osmjj7G3ZB, where we are collecting stories of visually impaired people who have studied at university. Read his post here: https://t.co/nBvQXMWarz

[VIP@University @vipatuni]

New podcast episode out! Meet Dr Robbie Sinclair @velocirobbie who sees 40% and who studied chemistry at @durham_uni. We chat about exams, chemistry labs and lab safety, the social side of uni and lots of other great advice: https://t.co/pfF4Vxzk4a
@chron_ac
#AcademicChatter

[Chronically Academic @chron_ac]

We're holding a Twitter Chat this Thursday, March 12th at 12PM CST.

Topic : Access + Anti-Ableism During the COVID19 Crisis

We will ask for tips about making academia accessible, safe, and inclusive during this time in particular.

Use the hashtag #ChronicActChat to follow!

[VIP@University @vipatuni]

This looks like a great event!

[VIP@University @vipatuni]

@timeshighered @annamckie say most #students prefer physical #books. Can the demand be met for visually-impaired students who're restricted to #electronic formats? #VIP #braille https://t.co/z4yhpp5Xko

[LOOK @LOOK_UK]

"Just try anything. If you don’t like it you don’t have to stay with it. But give it a good try."

LOOK mentor Andrea shares her tips for finding work as a #VIP

https://t.co/1r4LY7rvvs

#VisuallyImpaired #NationalCareersWeek #DisabilityConfident

[CamSight @camsight]

Good luck to the runners taking part in the @CambridgeHalfUK tomorrow. We support people living with #LowVision & #blindness to take part in recreational & social activities including running, rowing, tennis, swimming, sensory walks, football #accessible4all #Cambridgeshire