Read about BBI projects and members of the BBI community whose research, experiences, and expertise have been highlighted in the media during the past year. Download and share BBI In the News 2011 [PDF]
The Irish Times – November 21, 2011
Participants at a genetic discrimination conference in Galway, Ireland, including BBI Director of Research Meera Adya, discussed the case for legal and policy measures to protect the privacy of genetic information, with the goal of preventing genetic discrimination in employment and insurance contexts.
The Daily Orange – November 15, 2011
This article highlights a generous gift from BBI Board Member Howard Olinsky, donated to establish the Olinsky Law Group BBI Fellowship for educating future disability leaders.
Times Union (Albany, NY) – November 7, 2011
Employment forum, co-sponsored by BBI and featured in this news story, discusses self-employment as an attractive option for people with disabilities.
Syracuse.com – October 20, 2011
BBI was a proud sponsor of a Syracuse Stage production and panel discussion about four men with disabilities living in a group home.
Gwinnett Daily Post (Atlanta) – October 12, 2011
Atlanta-area newspaper previews a disability mentoring day and career expo organized by BBI's Atlanta staff/Southeast ADA Center.
Rehab Management magazine – October 11, 2011
Rehab Management magazine reports about The U.S. Department of Education awarding BBI a $6.2 million, 5-year grant to continues its leadership of the Atlanta-based Southeast ADA Center.
Advance for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists – September 8, 2011
This feature about an alumni couple’s donation to BBI highlights the “immediate impact on people’s lives” that will result from the gift.
The Daily Orange – September 7, 2011
SU’s student newspaper reports on an alumni gift that will be used to further BBI’s outreach and entrepreneurship programs.
The Post-Standard (Syracuse) – September 6, 2011
This story highlights Robert and Carol Tannenhauser’s recent donation to BBI, one of the largest gifts ever to be given to the institute.
Syracuse New Times – August 24, 2011
BBI fellow James Abbott is quoted in this story about the SUmmer at SUbcat music program for students with disabilities. “The idea is that it is entirely possible to teach, to bring kids into a situation that they might never have been included in,” says Abbott.
WRVO Public Media – August 22, 2011
In BBI’s summer music program for students with disabilities, featured on NPR member station WRVO, both the teachers and students gain valuable knowledge and experience.
Your News Now (Central and Northern NY) – August 11, 2011
This TV news clip highlights SU students’ experiences teaching music production to teens with disabilities through BBI and the Setnor School of Music’s SUmmer at SUbcat program.
The Daily Orange – August 5, 2011
The summer music program for students with disabilities, created by BBI and the Setnor School of Music, is featured in this story.
WHAM-TV (ABC, Rochester, NY) – July 17, 2011
Rochester’s WHAM-TV interviewed Stephanie Woodward, BBI research assistant and law student in the College of Law, for a report on the 21st anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Diversity Executive – July 10, 2011
Chairman Peter Blanck is quoted in this article about inclusion in the workplace. “Diversity is not a project to be completed with a crowning success, but a journey of continuing evolutionary refinement,” Blanck told the magazine.
Handle with Care Radio – June 2011
Listen to Audio of this half-hour radio special dedicated to the work of BBI in Atlanta and throughout the United States.
Central New York Business Journal – June 23, 2011
A preview of the conference, sponsored by BBI and the University of Tokyo. The University of Tokyo’s Research on Economy and Disability (READ) project leadership team visited BBI’s Syracuse offices for the two-day event.
The Business Review (Albany) – June 22, 2011
BBI, in collaboration with Cerebral Palsy Associations of NYS and Upstate Cerebral Palsy, presents “Lessons Learned on the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services Waivers for Managed Care.”
Disaboom.com – June 13, 2011
This disability news website describes how a VA grant awarded to BBI will help the institute examine employment of veterans and improve retention and hiring.
WSYR-TV (ABC, Syracuse) – June 2, 2011
This “Bridge Street” segment features BBI Chairman Peter Blanck and Music Technology Instructor James Abbott discussing the SUmmer at SubCat music program for students with disabilities.
Advance for Speech-Language Pathologists & Audiologists – June 2, 2011
The Music Technology Access Project and its summer course for students with disabilities —sponsored by BBI — are highlighted in this article.
Huffington Post – May 25, 2011
BBI Board Member and SU alumnus John Robinson ’90 authors a Huffington Post blog entry about the “R” word.
FOX Atlanta – May 10, 2011
Creators of the documentary, “Defining Beauty: Ms. Wheelchair America,” partner with BBI’s Atlanta office to host Taste of Beauty Weekend. Proceeds support the initiatives of BBI’s Atlanta office, including career coaching, job shadowing and summer internships for people with disabilities.
The Daily Orange – April 12, 2011
This story focuses on BBI’s growth and success since it was launched in 2005. Also highlighted: BBI Chairman Peter Blanck and Board Member Matthew Dietz argue disability case before U.S. Court of Appeals.
Georgia Radio Reading Service - April 9, 2011
Pamela Williamson, project director of the Southeast ADA Center, discusses the work of the Center and BBI in the “At Your Service” radio program.
Compliance Week – April 5, 2011
Peter Blanck, BBI chairman, is quoted in a Compliance Week article (subscription only) about new regulations approved by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Blanck was noted as an authority in the new rules.
The Post-Star (Glens Falls, NY) – March 20, 2011
A touching story about how Real JOBS NY, a BBI collaboration that helps people with psychiatric disabilities find sustainable employment, has positively impacted the life of a woman battling alcohol-related problems.
Your News Now (Central and Northern NY) – March 7, 2011
In this television news report, Brian McLane, former BBI senior advisor and strategic advisor for SU’s Inclusive Campus Initiative, discusses the importance of keeping sidewalks clear of snow for wheelchair users.
The Buffalo News – February 26, 2011
Peter Blanck, BBI chairman, is quoted in this article about Zach Anner, a man with cerebral palsy who was awarded his own show on OWN, Oprah Winfrey’s new network.
The Daily Gazette (Schenectady) – February 24, 2011
Real JOBS NY, a BBI collaborative program that assists people with psychiatric disabilities to find sustainable employment, is featured in this story.
The Post-Standard (Syracuse) – January 24, 2011
Funmi Akinpelu, BBI research associate, is highlighted in an article about the winners of SU’s 2011 Unsung Heroes Awards. Akinpelu, a passionate advocate for people with disabilities, was selected as a recipient for her work with Project EMERGE. The project, a BBI initiative with two community agencies, assists Central New York women with disabilities and Deaf women who are survivors of domestic violence.
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