Final Day of Exclusive Registration for UTRID Members. Register Now and Reserve your Berth for the Social Event of the Season.

Dear Respected Compeer,

Begin your weekend safe in the knowledge you have reserved your berth at Immersion Weekend 2025 May 15th – 18th at Bear Lake. Early Bird pricing is currently applied, for a limited time. And reservations for other states commence Monday, February 24th.

It won’t be the same without you. Please, register today.

We can’t wait to be with you there,
The UTRID Board and Immersion Weekend UTRID Committee

This Week Only Exclusive UTRID Member Early Bird Registration! Immersion Weekend 2025 May 15th -18th

Hello Esteemed Colleague,

The UTRID board and the UTRID Committee for Immersion Weekend 2025 are delighted to have you join us at the littoral and sublime Bear Lake, May 15th – 18th for 4 days and 3 nights of connection, education, learning and play. The registration fee includes lodging (a shared bed), food (let us know if you have any dietary restrictions) and up to 2.1 CEU’s/21 CEH’s (pending CMP approval).

Space is limited for THE social event of the season. 

 Registration opened February 14th and will continue to be opened exclusively for you, our eminent UTRID member, until February 21st. 

Beginning Saturday February 22nd, after a week of exclusive UTRID Member registration, we will open registration to UTRID and many Region V members.

Space is limited and beds will fill quickly. 

Make your virtual connections live.

Register now to reserve your spot and lock in your early bird rate!

We can’t wait to be with you there.

Best,
The UTRID Board and Immersion Weekend UTRID Committee

 

UTRID: Immersion Weekend 2025 opens registration tomorrow! Join the social event of the season.

Hello Magnificent Interpreters,

Immersion weekend registration will be open exclusively to you, our esteemed colleagues, and UTRID members, for one week only, beginning tomorrow–February 14th, 2025.

Make your virtual connections LIVE!

Seize this moment to text that friend and interpreter you’ve been meaning to ask to bunk with you and join us at the littoral and sublime Bear Lake this May 15th to the 18th, for 4 days and 3 nights of indelible connection and learning.

Food and lodging are included in the registration fee. We anticipate up to 2.1 CEU’s/21 CEH’s (pending CMP approval).

After February 21st, registration will be open to other Regions V interpreters.

Space is limited. Treat yourself and register this Valentines Day for the social event of the season. 2025 Immersion Weekend – UTRID

We can’t wait to be with you there!

Best,
The Immersion Weekend UTRID Committee

Make your virtual connections live

Come Together: Celebrating Teddi Lynn Covey von Pingel

Celebrating Teddi Lynn Covey von Pingel (Jan 5 1967 - Jan 10 2025) celebration to be held Sunday, January 26, 2025 1 to 3 PM | Sanderson community Center for the Deaf | 5709 S. 1500 W., Salt Lake City, UT 84123 | casual dress wear colorful clothes and fun earrings/jewelry

Please join us in celebrating the remarkable life of Teddi Covey von Pingel, a beloved interpreter, mentor, and recent President of UTRID. Teddi’s unwavering dedication to our profession, her generosity toward this organization, and her passion for serving the Deaf and interpreting communities leaves a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire all who knew her.
(View UTRID’s initial memorial post here.)

Sending Flowers 💐

UTRID will gift a floral arrangement and card to Teddi’s family in her memory; if you would like to participate in this gesture, you may contribute towards the flowers through the links here. See below for an even more direct way to support the von Pingel family.

A Message from the Family 💬

We also invite you to reflect on any fond memories you may have with Teddi, and to share as many of them you’d like by emailing [email protected]. Feel free to record a voice memo, video, or written reflections. We’d love to collect as many stories as we can to put in a singular place – as a part of the celebration of Teddi‘s life.
 
If you feel the desire to contribute something to the celebration or family, this life project is a fantastic opportunity to help that we would hope everyone can contribute to. Financial contributions are also very much appreciated via the GoFundMe or Venmo @Eric-VonPingel if preferred.

Celebration of Life Information 🗓️

Date: Sunday, January 26, 2025
Time: 1:00 to 3:00 PM
Location: Sanderson Community Center for the Deaf
5709 S. 1500 W., Salt Lake City, UT 84123
For those who cannot attend in person, you still can!
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89549698005?pwd=veWTeHbwEWU8wxbfevVMBj3npjd7Hz.1
Meeting ID: 895 4969 8005
Passcode: Teddi

Join the Excitement—Help Plan Immersion Weekend 2025!

Happy 2025, UTRID!

The countdown to this year’s Immersion Weekend has officially begun, and we need YOU to help make it unforgettable! We’re assembling an amazing planning committee, and we’d love for you to be a part of it. If you’re excited about creating another incredible experience for our community, now’s your chance to get involved.

Why join?

  • Be a part of shaping one of the year’s most anticipated events
  • Work with a dynamic group of passionate individuals
  • Leave a lasting impact on Immersion Weekend 2025

Ready to jump in? Simply reach out to me at [email protected] and let me know you’re ready to serve on the committee. Our first meeting will be on Saturday, January 18th, at 9 AM, and I can’t wait to see the amazing ideas we’ll bring together.

Let’s make this year’s Immersion Weekend the best one yet!

Looking forward to collaborating with you,

Amber Sidwell

Save the Date: Immersion Weekend 2025

SAVE THE DATE!

We’re thrilled to announce Immersion Weekend 2025, a transformative retreat for Deaf and Hearing Interpreters!

When: May 15–18, 2025
Where: Monster Mansion, Bear Lake

Join us for an unforgettable weekend of growth, connection, and community. This unique event is tailored for interpreters looking to deepen their skills, network with peers, and enjoy the stunning natural beauty of Bear Lake.

Get Involved!

We’re actively seeking passionate individuals to join our Planning Committee and help shape this incredible experience. Click here to express interest and get questions answered about volunteer opportunities:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnYXdbEL6m9cqWK0J2G0R8rRkoCftAvQ5jWzgTqYU1LaO8qA/viewform

📅 Mark your calendars and stay tuned for updates on registration and programming!

 

Feel free to reply with questions.

Sub for Santa 2024- Gifts needed! + Holiday Bash

LINKS:
🎟️ Register for the UTRID x DSDHH Holiday Bash Party
💵 Donate Cash Digitally
🎁 Family 2 Wishlist
🎁 Family 1 Wishlist

 

It’s that time of the year! UTRID is doing our annual Sub for Santa project and helping 2 deaf families in need!
Let’s make Christmas brighter for these 2 families by purchasing their gifts online so these will be delivered to them for Christmas! We can’t do it without your generosity.

The first family has 6 members – a single mom with 2 almost teens and 3 small boys
The second family has 5 members – a single mother with 3 teenagers and one young kid.
If you’re interested, follow this link to buy a gift or two, and they’ll be shipped directly to 2 addresses then these will be delivered to the families in need.

FIRST FAMILY: Quick-link to Family 1 Registry is https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/20G9ZO0Y885TO | click on “Find a registry”,  type in “Sego Lily” then click on “UTRID”
SECOND FAMILY: Quick-link to Family 2 Registry is https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/FSQJX6EQ1KIX | click on “Find a registry”,  type in “Pamela Mower” then click on “UTRID Sub for Santa 2024”

Please do this before Dec. 17 to allow time to wrap items up and deliver to the families.

For any questions, please email Pamela at [email protected]. Thank you!

 

 

 

Hosted by DSDHH in partnership with UTRID-

The holiday season is here, and we’re kicking it off with a Holiday Bash and Sub for Santa that you won’t want to miss!

Date: December 13, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Sanderson Community Center of the Deaf
5709 S 1500 W, Taylorsville

Register NOW, come celebrate with friends and family as we enjoy festive games, delicious refreshments, and a special chance to get your photo taken with Santa!

All proceeds from the event will go towards supporting families with deaf members in need through a Sub for Santa fundraiser by UTRID (Utah Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf).

Don’t miss out on the fun – come socialize, make memories, and spread the holiday cheer while helping others!

Register before Dec. 10.
Click HERE to register!  👈

For questions, email us at [email protected]

Flyer Visual Description:
The flyer has a light olive green background with a dark and light red striped frame. There is a small Christmas tree candle in the bottom left corner with a flame on top. There is a red bow with a sprig of evergreen in the top right corner. Along the bottom of the flyer is a stein, ornaments a snow man, a white tree and a red jar with a white snowflake on the side.

UTRID is Partnering with BYU for a Spooky fun Silent Weekend Workshop!

Come join us for opening night of BYU’s Silent Weekend! At the Wilkinson Student Center, Nov 8, 6-9pm. Y0u have several options to attend:

  1. You can come to just the workshop for free if you do not want any CEU/CEHs
  2. You can come to the workshop and the dinner for $8 if you do not want any CEU/CEHs
  3. You can come to the workshop, the dinner for $8 AND get CEU/CEHs (FILL OUT THE CEU/CEH FORM WHEN REGISTERING)
    • $5 for students
    • $25 for members
    • $60 for non-members
  4. You can come to just the workshop and get CEU/CEHs at the above pricing. (FILL OUT THE CEU/CEH FORM WHEN REGISTERING)

Register at this link with BYU (You must do this either way!): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScWqSLCXDkHlY3s0CjbXyknjZZQ5MHdYkEY4yTUeMnA-sUFIQ/viewform

Register at this link if you want CEU/CEHs:  https://utrid.com/product/student-involvement-workshop/

See you there!!

The day is HERE + Silent Auction!

We will see you TONIGHT! We have a silent auction happening tomorrow (Friday) – Bid on Amazing items! Proceeds go to support the UTRID scholarship fund

Items: event tickets, dining, personal care, home decor, chocolates, etc.

August 8-10, 2024

16 CEUs 

https://utrid.com/2024conference

The official language of the UTRID conference is American Sign Language.

Thank you to our sponsors:

Saturday Presenters!

Our Fantastic Four! So excited we get the opportunity to hear from these incredible members of our community on Saturday 🙂

You are able to purchase a ticket for Saturday, yes… That is THIS Saturday for anyone who hasn’t purchased a ticket yet or the entire conference using this link – https://utrid.com/product-category/tickets/conference-registration/

COME TOGETHER IN UNITY!

August 8-10, 2024

16 CEUs 

https://utrid.com/2024conference

The official language of the UTRID conference is American Sign Language.

Thank you to our sponsors: