We want to give a big THANK YOU to our sponsors!!!!
August 8-10, 2024
16 CEUs
The official language of the UTRID conference is American Sign Language.
Category Archives: Community
Thursday Night Panel Moderated by Ben Daniel
Start our conference Thursday night (Aug 8) attending our Panel moderated by Ben Daniel, owner of 5 Star Interpreting.
Our panelists will share their personal experiences, successes, and challenges, providing valuable insights into how interpreters can best team with Deaf professionals to achieve their career goals.
Come together and explore the vital partnership between Deaf professionals and ASL interpreters in the workplace. Please submit ideas for potential panel questions to [email protected]!
Check in starts at 6:00 PM
Welcome 6:30 PM
Panel starts 7:00 PM
August 8-10, 2024
16 CEUs
The official language of the UTRID conference is American Sign Language.
Thank you to our sponsors:
5 Star Interpreting, InterWest Interpreting, Sorenson, and ASL Communication!!
Come Together: Join the Ranks
Do you know an interpreter who…
- … cares about our colleagues and consumers?
- … is ready to give back to the Deaf and interpreter communities here in Utah?
- … wants to make a difference in the profession and their career?
- … loves to work with and learn from colleagues from other interpreting settings?
If any of the above descriptions seem like you or someone you know, please reply to this email.
Now accepting nominations for the following UTRID leadership roles:
- Vice President
- Treasurer
- Conference Committee Chair (MAL)
- Professional Development Committee Chair (MAL)
- UAD Liaison (MAL)
Consider nominating yourself or a person you know. Board positions will be voted into office during the annual UTRID Business Meeting on August 10th 2024, as part of the 2024 Come Together In Unity conference. Email questions and nominations to [email protected].
For formal nominations, the subject must read “2024 Board Nomination” and must include (1) the name of the individual being nominated, (2) the position for which they are being nominated, and (3) the nominee’s email address. Click here to automatically compose a pre-formatted formal nomination email.
Nominations may be made on the floor of the business meeting; individuals may decline a nomination.
Official Duties of 2024-2026 Board Roles
- Vice President
- The Vice-President shall, in the absence or disability of the President, perform
all duties of the President and in so acting shall have all the powers of the
President. - The Vice-President shall serve as Director of Committees and oversee all committees operating according to the UTRID Bylaws.
- The Vice President shall perform other duties of the office as prescribed by the Board of Directors.
- The Vice-President shall, in the absence or disability of the President, perform
- Treasurer
- The Treasurer shall maintain the financial records of the organization, making at least quarterly financial records of the organization, making at least quarterly financial reports to the President, maintaining the financial accounts, and making payments for authorized expenditures.
- The Treasurer shall perform other duties of the office as outlined in the UTRID Bylaws and as prescribed by the Board of Directors.
- Conference Committee Chair (Member-at-Large*)
- The Conference Chair is responsible for forming a committee to plan and execute the Bi-annual State Conference & Bi-annual Mini-Conference.
- Professional Development Committee Chair (Member-at-Large*)
- The Professional Development MAL is responsible for forming a committee to plan workshops and Professional Development activities for the membership of UTRID.
- UAD Liaison (Member-at-Large*)
- The UAD Liaison is responsible for forming a committee to plan and execute the annual Sub-for-Santa fundraising drive.
- The UAD Liaison shall act as a liaison between the UTRID Board of Directors and the board of directors for UAD, coordinating communications between the organizations.
* Members-at-Large shall act as liaisons to the Board of Directors from the membership, working directly with the membership assisting with the coordination of activities and communications within the organization.
The ABC’s of Pride Month – By Sam Jackson
The Day is here! Come take advantage of this very valuable and FREE opportunity at the Sanderson Center, 6pm tonight.
Interpreter Appreciation 2024
On Wednesday May 1st, UTRID will be participating in the National Interpreter Appreciation Day. This special day of honoring and thanking interpreters for their commitment to the field and to the communities they serve happens annually on the first Wednesday in May.
This year we are excited to announce that from May 1st through May 6th we will be offering 25% off all UTRID membership types with the code: Appreciate2023
To renew your membership, please visit your Membership Summary and click Renew. Don’t forget to enter the code Appreciate2024 for your 25% discount!
Also, keep your eye on and make sure you follow our Instagram for a surprise giveaway!!
Final call for donations!
Sub for Santa – Donations Close Today!
Together with Sego Lily Center for Abused Deaf (SLCAD), we are sponsoring a family of 5 children who have placed their Christmas wishes in the hands of the interpreting community. The family still has items on their list and today is the last day to donate!
🎁 How You Can Help: Visit our Amazon Registry wishlist at https://rb.gy/8hb415 to view the items and make a purchase. Your purchased donation will be sent directly to SLCAD, who will ensure that they reach the family in time for Christmas.
⛄ Support alternatively: Monetary donations of any size are also welcome; all donated funds go directly to the family’s needs. Send by PayPal or Venmo @UTRID or by card at utrid.com/donations.
📅 Deadline for Donations: TODAY!
Your generosity can bring joy and brighten the holiday season for this family. Let’s come together as a community to make a difference and spread the true spirit of giving. Thank you for your support and generosity in advance!
For any questions, please email Pamela at [email protected]. Thank you!
Sub for Santa – Donations Close Wednesday Dec. 20
Join us! Giving back to the Deaf Community sustains us throughout the year. This holiday season, our Sub for Santa initiative partners with Sego Lily Center for Abused Deaf (SLCAD) to assist families in need. We’re sponsoring a family of 5 children who have placed their Christmas wishes in the hands of the interpreting community.
🎁 How You Can Help: Visit our Amazon Registry wishlist at https://rb.gy/8hb415 to view the items and make a purchase. Your purchased donation will be sent directly to SLCAD, who will ensure that they reach the family in time for Christmas.
⛄ Support Alternatively: Monetary donations of any size are also welcome; all donated funds go directly to the family’s needs. Send by PayPal or Venmo @UTRID or by card at utrid.com/donations.
📅 Deadline for Donations: To allow SLCAD enough time to wrap up the gifts and deliver them to the family, please ensure your donations are made by December 20th.
Your generosity can bring joy and brighten the holiday season for this family. Let’s come together as a community to make a difference and spread the true spirit of giving. Thank you for your support and generosity in advance!
For any questions, please email Pamela at [email protected]. Thank you!
2024 Sub for Santa
Now is again that time of the year, when UTRID (Utah Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf) hosts an exciting event known as Sub for Santa. This wonderful charity event sponsors families, who have faced unexpected challenges in recent months and we are teaming up with SLCAD (Sego Lily Center for Abused Deaf) for this. Christmas may be a difficult time for some who are experiencing lean times while experiencing domestic violence. It is up to us in the community who are capable of making a difference in such people’s lives, and to make Christmas a little merrier for them.
This year, we are sponsoring one family through SLCAD. We are having a wishlist on the Amazon Registry with items that each family member needs and wants. This list is open for everyone to view. If you would like to purchase an item on the wishlist, please do so. Purchased items will be sent directly to SLCAD to deliver to the family.
In order to donate, please visit the link and take a look at the list https://rb.gy/8hb415
ALSO, please join us for a short and sweet party at the Sanderson Community Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing on December 9, 2023. It’s a great opportunity to socialize and catch up on what’s new.
Help us raise funds to support the families by paying $1 each for the following activities:
• Cookies
• Hot Chocolate
• Snowman crafts
• Holiday photo booth
• Cookies
• Hot Chocolate
• Snowman crafts
• Holiday photo booth
For any questions, please email Pamela at [email protected]. Thank you!
November News
Save the Date: Sub for Santa Event
Saturday, Dec. 9th, 10:30 AM to Noon
Membership Survey Response Winners
The Board expresses our gratitude to the individuals who submitted responses to the 2024 Membership Survey. As promised, respondents were eligible for a prize drawing! This year’s winners are…
- April Wallace — 2024 Conference Ticket
- Alexis Jackson — Workshop Voucher
- McCall Cannon — Workshop Voucher
Call for Public Relations Committee Members
Are social media, communications, or newsletters kind of your thing? Well, we are in luck! The board is now seeking members to serve on the UTRID Public Relations Committee in 2024.
Involvement entails supporting the committee chair and UTRID board in communicating with the membership and Deaf community via email announcements, social media interactions, and graphic design.
Interested and ready to give back to our profession? Respond to this email.
More is coming…
Last weekend, the UTRID Board of Directors gathered at the 2024 Board Retreat for Annual Planning. We are excited to share our vision for the new year with you soon—more info to come in December.
Happy Holidays!