2.2.2 Work And College Opportunities (WACO) Project (Grenwelge)
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 and education program for Vocational Rehabilitation 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 2023
In July of 2022, 30 students participated in person and 1 student participated in virtual sessions.
Totals:
31 Students
7400 Contact Hours
Core Function(s):
Training Trainees, Continuing Education/Community Training
Area of Emphasis
Education & Early Intervention, Employment-Related Activities, Quality of Life, Other - Assistive Technology, Other - Leadership
Target Audience:
Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees), Adults with Disabilities
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances, Geographic Areas, Rural/Remote, Urban
Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:
State
COVID-19 Related Data:
Yes
