National Association of Blind Students 2024 Midwest Student Seminar

Date and Location

Welcome to the registration form for the National Federation of the Blind National Association of Blind Students 2024 Midwest Student Seminar: "Embrace the Quest; Experience the Now! ," taking place March 22, 2024, 5:00 p.m to March 24, 2024, 12:00 p.m., Central  at the Holiday Inn Chicago O'Hare Area. 5615 North Cumberland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631

Room Accomodations

Room cost: one room with two queen beds $99/night
Room reservations can be made in either of the following ways:

• Call 800-465-4329 or 773-693-5800  and use our group code: National Federation of the Blind Student 
• Go to www.hiohare.com and typing in the Group code:  NFB

*Room reservations should be made before March 15, 2024 
Nearest airport: Chicago O’Hare International (ORD)

As blind students, we are encountering unique daily realities that often remain unrecognized or misunderstood by the people around us. The National Association of Blind Students is thrilled to invite you to “Embrace the Quest; Experience the Now!”, with us as we explore these shared experiences with students from all over the region. It will be an engaging weekend packed with opportunities to challenge your perceptions and network with blind peers and mentors alike. You can expect a mix of interactive activities, thought-provoking conversations, and riveting presentations—with topics covering everything from securing accommodations to finding identity as a blind person. Ultimately, this journey promises to empower you to identify new ways of living the life you want. Regardless of where you are in your education, we hope you’ll join us for a weekend of growth and fun!

The National Association of Blind Students prioritizes its members' health and safety in all of its events. For the safety of all participants, we ask that if you are feeling ill, please remain home. These policies are consistent with the National Federation of the Blind of Illinois's policies on in-person gatherings. 

We are also committed to keeping all members safe. As such, we follow the Code of Conduct recommended by the National Federation of the Blind, which requires all event participants to be over the age of 18 for this residential program.

Alternative Payments

We in no way, shape, or form want finances to deter student attendance. If the $100 registration fee stands in the way of your attendance or you have any other questions about the registration process, please reach out to NABS treasurer, Hunter Kuester by phone at 920-285-8530 or by email at Hunterkuester2@gmail.com

If you are paying with a check, voucher, vendor, or Zelle. Please select the option, "Pay via check, voucher, vendor or Zelle" and you will receive further payment instructions.

Please note that the deadline to complete this registration form and its accompanying payment is March 15, 2024.