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2.2.2 Work And College Opportunities (WACO) Project (Grenwelge)

Contact Information:

Cheryl Grenwelge
[email protected]
979-845-3727

Project Description:

2.17 Work And College Opportunities (WACO) Project The Work and College Opportunities (W.A.C.O.) project at Texas A&M University is a 5-week program held in the Summer for students who are blind or have low vision. TWC-VR Transition Program, Brazos Valley Center for Independent Living and Texas A&M Center on Disability and Development collaborate. This summer work program for VR consumers is held at Texas A&M University. Participants receive development and instruction in Professionalism, Self-determination and Teamwork. They live in on-campus dormitories. They experience and learn about college opportunities and work in the community 16-20 hours a week. Development of vocational skills, career exploration, and independent living skills are emphasized. Staff includes Texas A&M Instructors, Texas A&M Mentors, Job coaches, Vocational Adjustment trainers, Residential staff and O&M instructors to provide consumer development and training. 24-hour supervision is provided. FY 2019 21 students

Keyword(s):

employment,

Core Function(s):

Training Trainees

Area of Emphasis

Education & Early Intervention, Employment-Related Activities, Quality of Life

Target Audience:

Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees), Adults with Disabilities

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

State