SUNY Potsdam Class Hosts Raising Acceptance Rally for People Living with Disability
Students Organize Rally to Support People with Disabilities and Their Families on Nov. 28
Potsdam, NY (11/26/2018) — SUNY Potsdam students have organized a Raising Acceptance Rally, to show support for people living with all forms of disability, and increase awareness of the challenges that they face.
Students in the "Basic Principles of Speech" class invite anyone with physical, intellectual or emotional disabilities to join in the event, along with family members and friends. All are welcome to share their stories, and build community.
The rally will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 28 from 5 to 8 p.m., in the Barrington Student Union Multi-Purpose Room. There will be a children's room, and walking spaces will also be made available for those in need of a quiet place.
Refreshments and snacks will be provided at this free event.
About SUNY Potsdam:
Founded in 1816, The State University of New York at Potsdam is one of America's first 50 colleges -- and the oldest institution within SUNY. Now in its third century, SUNY Potsdam is distinguished by a legacy of pioneering programs and educational excellence. The College currently enrolls approximately 3,600 undergraduate and graduate students. Home to the world-renowned Crane School of Music, SUNY Potsdam is known for its challenging liberal arts and sciences core, distinction in teacher training and culture of creativity. To learn more, visit http://www.potsdam.edu.
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