Missed the 2017 IAD Conference? – What was it Like?

If you missed the last IAD Conference, which was held on June 2017 in Naperville, and want to learn more about it.  Review a previously published SWB (State Wide Bulletin) article, 2017 IAD and IRID Conference Summary, which summarizes the event that took place.  Although this was a joint event between IAD and IRID at that time, the 2019 conference will […]

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IAD Bylaws Amendments

The Illinois Association of the Deaf (IAD) reviews its bylaws on a biennial basis. We recently received several recommendations for bylaws revisions, and our Bylaws Committee, led by IAD Vice President/Bylaws Committee Chair Suzy Laskowski, reviewed these recommendations. Click here to read the proposed amendments to the IAD bylaws, as well as the Bylaws committee’s […]

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Food at a conference? True Biz, Important.

  Are you a foodie like IAD President Corey Axelrod is? You’re in luck! We know how important food is! There are plenty of nourishing places to eat nearby the Marriott Hotel, where the IAD conference takes place on June 27-30, 2019 in Bloomington-Normal, IL. Don’t forget to register soon at www.iadeaf.org/2019conf before the price […]

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2019 IAD Officer Nominations

Our IAD Conference Chairperson Kevin Ryan shares updates of the 2019 IAD Officer nominations and requirements for the upcoming conference in Bloomington-Normal, IL on June 27-30, 2019. If you are interested in submitting a nomination, please go to https://iadeaf.org/candidate_form and fill out the necessary steps. Haven’t had the chance to purchase your conference combo ticket yet? No […]

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IAD Membership Secretary Shares Updates

  Less than 5 days until the IAD Conference Combo Tickets increases! IAD Membership Secretary Tom Bruhn thanks DeafNation Expo IAD volunteers and provides updates on registering for the IAD conference in Bloomington-Normal, IL. Along with resources for members and Amtrak information for those who rely on public transportation. For those who would like to […]

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More Magic Tricks from IAD Membership Secretary? Of Course!

In Illinois Association of the Deaf (IAD) Membership Secretary Tom Bruhn’s latest VLOG, he shows his latest magic tricks! But that’s not all, Tom shares the early bird deadline for the conference is coming up soon – don’t wait, register at www.iadeaf.org/2019conf before April 15th to grab the early bird pricing! Lastly, Tom shares the […]

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IAD Awards Nominations

Every two years, the IAD recognizes outstanding individual contributions to the Deaf community. Do you know someone deserving of this recognition? If so, nominate this individual for one of seven awards: The deadline for nominations is May 11, 2019. Submit Form

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