HuskyADAPT Design Showcase (CREATE Community Day)
When: Monday, May 20, 2024
The CREATE Community Day and HuskyADAPT Design Showcase will be on the afternoon of May 20, 2024. Stay tuned for more information!
HuskyADAPT @ Engineering Discovery Days (Day 2)
When: May 2-3 (Thursday and Friday), 2024 | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Where: Mechanical Engineering Building (MEB) 127
At Engineering Discovery Days, students and faculty from all UW engineering departments share their work with students, teachers, families and the community. Both days are oriented toward 4th through 8th grade students and feature hands-on activities that demonstrate the exciting work of engineers. HuskyADAPT will be hosting a super fun spin-art interactive activity for students in the Mechanical Engineering Building room 127 on both Thursday and Friday — we'd love to see you there!
HuskyADAPT @ Engineering Discovery Days (Day 1)
When: May 2-3 (Thursday and Friday), 2024 | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Where: Mechanical Engineering Building (MEB) 127
At Engineering Discovery Days, students and faculty from all UW engineering departments share their work with students, teachers, families and the community. Both days are oriented toward 4th through 8th grade students and feature hands-on activities that demonstrate the exciting work of engineers. HuskyADAPT will be hosting a super fun spin-art interactive activity for students in the Mechanical Engineering Building room 127 on both Thursday and Friday — we'd love to see you there!
4/24 Toy Adaptation Event
When: Wednesday, April 29th | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Where: Location sent after RSVP
We will be hosting a Toy Adaptation workshop on April 24th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm PST on the UW campus. This event is open to anyone in the HuskyADAPT community, regardless of experience level, but RSVP is required. Masking policies will be in place in accordance with UW guidelines. Contact Jaelynn Hunt-Osburn (jaelynnh@uw.edu) with any questions.
HuskyADAPT @ Admitted Students Day
When: Saturday, April 20, 2024 | 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Where: Allen Building Atrium
Admitted Student Day (ASD) is an annual one-day extravaganza that gives admitted students a chance to see the UW campus, connect with current students, ask questions, and get a feel for what it’s like to be a Husky. HuskyADAPT will be tabling in the Allen Building Atrium from 10:30-10:00 pm with some adapted toys and GoBabyGo cars — come say hi!
4/10 Toy Adaptation Event
When: Wednesday, April 29th | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Where: Location sent after RSVP
We will be hosting a Toy Adaptation workshop on April 10th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm PST on the UW campus. This event is open to anyone in the HuskyADAPT community, regardless of experience level, but RSVP is required. Masking policies will be in place in accordance with UW guidelines. Contact Jaelynn Hunt-Osburn (jaelynnh@uw.edu) with any questions.
GoBabyGo Leadership Team Applications
Leadership applications for GoBabyGo will open on Wednesday 4/3. If you’re interested in having a more in-depth role in GoBabyGo, fill out our Google Form, or scan our QR code. Applications close on Wednesday, April 24.
In GoBabyGo, we build ride-on cars for young children with disabilities to empower mobility. Our three teams consist of our technical, outreach, and community team.
HuskyADAPT Leadership Team Applications
Are you interested in joining the HuskyADAPT leadership team and leading future club activities? Applications for our student executive chairs are now open! We encourage everyone to apply! Please email Aidan Montiel (aidanm23@uw.edu) or Joy Chen (chenjoy@uw.edu) with any questions.
The deadline to apply is Wednesday, April 17 @ 11:59pm.
HuskyADAPT Spring Community Meeting
When: Wednesday, April 3, 2024 | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Where: Husky Union Building (HUB) Room 334
We're excited to invite you to our Spring Community Meeting! At this event, we will be going over our plans for the upcoming quarter, and testing out a new outreach activity! Come ready to make and have fun! Everyone is welcome to attend. Please contact Mia Hoffman (miahoff@uw.edu) if we can make this event more accessible to you or if you have other questions.
AI + Accessibility Hackfest
When: March 1-4, 2024
Where: Bill & Melinda Gates Center for Computer Science & Engineering (CSE2)
Join CREATE, our industry partners, and community partners for a hackfest about exploring and inventing the future of AI and Accessibility. We invite people with no experience in coding or hacking as well as those with advanced experience with generative AI and building software or tools. We also invite people with lived experiences of disabilities independent of technical expertise–we need your experience and expertise to invent an accessible AI-enabled future.
There are many ways to get involved, such as helping with project brainstorming, participating in workshops, joining a project team, and providing mentorship. Can't attend the whole thing? No problem! You can participate in parts of the event that meet your interests and schedule.
2/29 Toy Adaptation Event
When: Thursday, February 29th | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Where: Location sent after RSVP (Note: This event will be held on West campus, please plan accordingly)
We will be hosting a Toy Adaptation workshop on February 29th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm PST on the UW campus. This event is open to anyone in the HuskyADAPT community, regardless of experience level, but RSVP is required. Masking policies will be in place in accordance with UW guidelines. Contact Jaelynn Hunt-Osburn (jaelynnh@uw.edu) with any questions.
Industry Design Panel
When: Wednesday, February 21st | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Where: Health Science Education Building (HSEB) | Room 245
Virtual Access: https://washington.zoom.us/j/98201924911
Come attend HuskyADAPT’s Design Industry Panel to learn how to incorporate accessibility and inclusivity into a fulfilling career! The two panelists are Mark Harniss, an Associate Professor in Rehabilitation Medicine and director of the UW Center for Technology and Disability Studies; and Brennen Johnston, an Assistive Technology Support Technician at the WA Assistive Technology Act Program.
Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and hear industry professionals’ experiences in accessible design and technology. All are welcome and light refreshments will also be served.
Mid-year Design Review
Join us for HuskyADAPT’s Mid-Year Design Review, where our teams will present their prototypes/solutions and have the opportunity to receive feedback and answer questions about their current designs. Come to NAN 181 on February 26th to hear more about a wheelchair umbrella, mouth stylus holder, desktop “little room,” sensory-enhanced embroidered books, volume-controlled sipping cup, and an accessible library technology system! This event is open to everyone in the HuskyADAPT community.
2/15 Toy Adaptation Fix-It Event
When: Thursday, February 15th | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Where: Location sent after RSVP (Note: This event will be held on West campus, please plan accordingly)
We are excited to announce that we will be hosting a Fix-it workshop on February 15th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm PST on the UW campus. This event will involve troubleshooting and repairing some of our yellow toys (preview of the Yellow Toy Club)! You do NOT need to be lead toy adapter certified/be a part of the Yellow Toy Club to join us for this event. It is open to anyone in the HuskyADAPT community regardless of experience level, but RSVP is required. Masking policies will be in place in accordance with UW guidelines. Contact Jaelynn Hunt-Osburn (jaelynnh@uw.edu) with any questions.
2/10 Toy Adaptation at KCLS Libraries
When: Saturday, February 10th | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Where: KCLS Bellevue Makerspace
Join HuskyADAPT at the KCLS Bellevue Makerspace to create accessible toys for our local community! This event is restricted to individuals 12 years and older. Please register on the KCLS website here: Adapt Toys | Events | King County Library System (bibliocommons.com)
February Toy Donation Event
We are currently planning a toy donation event for the upcoming weekend of Feb 9-10. If you are interested in receiving toys, please fill out the Toy Request Form so we can add you to the contact list for the final event details. See you there!
2/01 Toy Adaptation
When: Thursday, February 1st | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Where: Location sent after RSVP (Note: This event will be held on West campus, please plan accordingly)
We will be hosting a Toy Adaptation workshop on February 1st from 5:30 - 7:30 pm PST on the UW campus. This event is open to anyone in the HuskyADAPT community, regardless of experience level, but RSVP is required. Masking policies will be in place in accordance with UW guidelines. Contact Jaelynn Hunt-Osburn (jaelynnh@uw.edu) with any questions.
HuskyADAPT Community Meeting
When: Tuesday, January 30th | 5:30 pm
Where: HUB 334
Join us on Tuesday, January 30 at 5:30 pm in HUB 334 for the HuskyADAPT Winter Community Meeting! Hear about cutting-edge designs by our design teams, get updates on HuskyADAPT happenings, and explore opportunities to contribute to accessibility initiatives. Let's gather, share, and inspire! Please reach out to miahoff@uw.edu with any access needs or questions.
HuskyADAPT T-Shirt Order Form!
We are so excited to announce the release of custom HuskyADAPT merch! Orders are due by February 20, and the estimated delivery date is mid-March. The T-shirts are Comfort Colors 100% Cotton T-shirt, are offered for sizes XS-XXL, and cost $20.
Order yours here!
HuskyADAPT Census
Help us collect an updated membership list! Please take 2 minutes to fill out this form here: https://forms.office.com/r/wXNq5s4BeM
Ben Taskar Memorial Distinguished Lecture
Date: Thu Jan 25 2024
Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Zillow Commons, University of Washington
Hey there! We're thrilled to invite you to the Ben Taskar Center Memorial Lecture and Accessibility Event. Join us on January 25, 2024 at 12:00 PM for a showcase of student work in the Zillow Commons in the Gates Center at UW. Then, at 3:30 PM we will welcome Dragomir Anguelov, Distinguished Researcher at Waymo, to present the Ben Taskar Memorial Distinguished Lecture.
We're excited to bring together experts, enthusiasts, and advocates who share a passion for making the world a more inclusive place. Mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready for an unforgettable day at the Taskar Center Memorial Lecture and Annual Accessibility Event. We can't wait to see you there
GoBabyGo Winter Build
UW GoBabyGo is gearing up for our next big build in January! We are hoping to adapt 10 custom ride-on cars for families, so if you've been thinking about getting involved, this is your chance! Volunteers can register using the link below, and if you have any questions, feel free to shoot us a message at gobabygo@uw.edu. We hope to see you in January!
Toy Adaptation
When: Thursday, February 1st | 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Where: Location sent after RSVP (Note: This event will be held on West campus, please plan accordingly)
We will be hosting a Toy Adaptation workshop on February 1st from 5:30 - 7:30 pm PST on the UW campus. This event is open to anyone in the HuskyADAPT community, regardless of experience level, but RSVP is required. Masking policies will be in place in accordance with UW guidelines. Contact Jaelynn Hunt-Osburn (jaelynnh@uw.edu) with any questions.
CREATE Holiday Party 2023
Join CREATE faculty, staff, students, and partners as we celebrate the season and our amazing community!
CREATE Accessibility Undergrad Poster Session
Join us to see CREATE undergraduate students present posters from their studies!
Creating Inclusive Online Learning Opportunities
Join Sheryl Burgstahler from the DO-IT Center at the University of Washington for this AccessComputing webinar.
11/30 Toy Adaptation
We will be hosting a Toy Adaptation workshop on November 30th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm PST on the UW campus. This event is open to anyone in the HuskyADAPT community, regardless of experience level, but RSVP is required.
HuskyADAPT Community Lecture
Come join the HuskyADAPT family to hear Dr. Sasha Portnova talk about her research in accessible design! Dr. Portnova is a postdoctoral fellow at CREATE who studies hand functionality to create assistive technologies.
11/9 Toy Adaptation
We will be hosting a Toy Adaptation workshop on November 9th from 5:30 - 7:30 pm PST on the UW campus. This event is open to anyone in the HuskyADAPT community, regardless of experience level, but RSVP is required.