2023 Silent Weekend Registration

Welcome to Silent Weekend 2023!

Who is it for? Certified UTRID interpreters and Deaf interpreters or aspiring Deaf interpreters
When is it? Thursday, May 4th through Sunday, May 7th
What is it worth? 16 CEHs or more
Where is it at? Heber, Utah at Silver Springs Lodge
Why should I go? FUN!!!!

When you sign up for Silent Weekend and pay the early bird fee of $275, you will receive a three night stay at the beautiful Silver springs Lodge in Heber Utah. Your stay will include meals starting on Friday morning and workshops rewarding 16 CEHs. (No partial credit for CEUs)

Each participant will be asked to:
– Check in upon arrival
– Follow all rules of the rental
– Respect other participants
– Help with meal prep and cleanup (signup will happen upon check-in)
– Check out according to the requirements of the rental home.

NOTE: You are purchasing a bed in a particular room. If you want to share a room or a bed with another participant, be sure that you work together to purchase in the same room. All King and Queen beds will be shared. Keep in mind that there is one room that is designated as a men’s only room, another as a women’s only room while the rest are open to the possibility of being co-ed where needed. You will receive more information as we get closer to the actual weekend.

Keep in mind you must be an active member of UTRID to register.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER! —> 2023 Silent Weekend 

 

2023 Silent Weekend! SAVE THE DATES!

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Silent Weekend 2023 will be held May 4-7 in Heber City, UT
Registration will be open MARCH 1st!
There will be limited spots available so it’s important to be
ready to sign up when registration is live!
Early Bird pricing will start at $275 & end April 1st!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact [email protected]

 

Love Yourself PD Workshop 2/25/23

It is the time of the year where we focus on love! Perfect time for a workshop about Self Care: Thinking beyond the mani-pedi.  Please join us for “Love Yourself” presented by Alysia McEvoy and Katie Maxwell, from 11:00a-1:00p on 2/25/23 located at Sanderson Community Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (5709 S 1500 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84123)
February 25, 2023
11:00am- 1:00pm
5709 S 1500 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84123
Presented by Katie Maxwell and Alysia McEvoy
As interpreters, we work hard with a heart of service to the Deaf community, and we become witnesses to the special, as well as the traumatic moments they experience. In this workshop, we will focus on what techniques and strategies we can use to help us in our day to day work. We will focus on how to find healthy ways of taking care of ourselves and avoiding burnout. 

This Workshop will be presented in person at the Sanderson Community Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (5709 S 1500 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84123)

Members: $30, Non-Members: $65, Students: $5

Purchase your ticket (you must be logged into your member account to see the reduced price).

UTRID is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for continuing education activities. This professional studies program is offered for 0.2 CEUs/2 CEHs at the little/none Content Knowledge Level. To request accommodations contact [email protected]Click here to view UTRID cancellation/refund policies.

UTRID does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, disability, marital status, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.

Word of The Year

It’s time for Terp Talk 2023! Please join us for “Word of The Year” presented by Jes Nelson Julander, from 11:00a-1:00p on 1/28/23 located at Red Robin (316 W Winchester St. Murray, UT 84107)

January 28, 2023
11:00am- 1:00pm
316 W Winchester St. Murray, UT 84107
Discussion led by Jes Nelson Julander
We all have New Years resolutions, but how many of us really reach our goal? Choosing a word of the year is more specific and motivating. During this workshop, we will dive deep into discovering what you want to create, explore, and understand in your professional and personal lives for 2023, using one word as your guide for the upcoming year.

This Terp Talk will be presented in person at 316 W Winchester St. Murray, UT 84107.  Individuals attending are responsible to pay for food individually.

Members: Free, Non-Members: $35

Purchase your ticket (you must be logged into your member account to see the reduced price).

UTRID is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for continuing education activities. This professional studies program is offered for 0.2 CEUs/2 CEHs at the little/none Content Knowledge Level. To request accommodations contact [email protected]Click here to view UTRID cancellation/refund policies.

UTRID does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, disability, marital status, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.

LEVEL-UP Your Awards!

AWARD NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN! 

Nominate a fellow Interpreter or Student!

Nominations are due July 18th!

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Awards will be presented at this year’s Bi-Annual State Conference—2022 LEVEL-UP.

Nominations are being accepted for the following awards:

  • Interpreter of the Year
    • Recognizes an outstanding interpreter from our community who has been exceptional in professionalism, service, and attitude.
  • Kim Maibaum Lifetime Achievement
    • Presented to an individual who has spent a lifetime enriching not only the profession but also the members of the interpreting and deaf communities.
  • Ellen O’Hara Community Member of the Year
    • Recognizes an individual who actively supports the interpreting profession and exemplifies leadership within the deaf community.
  • Student of the Year
    • A student who has gone above and beyond in volunteerism and exemplifies leadership within their student community.

 

Nominations are due July 18th,2022

  • Email nominations to UTRID 2022 Award Nominations to [email protected]
  • Nominations must include (1) the name of the individual being nominated and (2) a statement supporting the reasons for nomination.
  • Questions? Email [email protected]

2022 LEVEL-UP Conference | Board Position Nominations

Utah RID invites you to submit Board Nominations!

Board positions will be voted into office during the Business Meeting of this year’s Bi-Annual State Conference—Level Up 2022.

Nominations are being accepted for the following positions:

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • MAL (Conference Chair)
    • The Conference Chair is responsible for forming a committee to plan and execute the Bi-annual State Conference & Bi-annual Mini-Conference.
    • 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.
  • MAL (Professional Development)
    • The Professional Development MAL is responsible for forming a committee to plan workshops and Professional Development activities for the membership of UTRID.
    • 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.
  • MAL (UAD Liaison)
    • 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.

Please see Article IV, Section 4 of the UTRID Chapter Bylaws for detailed descriptions of each position.

Nominations are due Aug 6th, 2022

  • Nominations may be made on the floor of the business meeting; individuals may decline a nomination.
  • Email nominations to [email protected]. Email subject must read “2022 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.
  • Questions? Email: [email protected]

Don’t Delay Get your tickets now!

UTRID is excited to announce our Keynote Speaker , Michon Shaw for LEVEL-UP 2022! 

DON’T DELAY!! GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!! 

https://utrid.com/product-category/tickets/conference-registration/

Michon graduated from the University of Floria’s ITP. She is Nationally Certified. She has worked in a variety of settings including Educational, Mental Health, Religious, and Video Relay. Michon has served RID as the 2015-2017 Vice Chair for the Interpreters and Transliterators of Color member section. Michon is the author of The Interpreter Journal.

 

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Co-Interpreting: Medical Settings

Date: Saturday, June 11th 2022
Time: 9a-12p
Location: Deaf Center, Gymnasium  –  5709 S 1500 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84123
CEU/CEH – 0.3 PS
Presented by Adam Janisieski and Laurie Watts-Candland
This session will focus on cultivating effective co-interpreting and partnerships between deaf/hearing interpreter teams. The strength of a Deaf-hearing interpreting team in healthcare settings ultimately narrows down to recognizing the value of both interpreters that bring and overcoming potential challenges. With an emphasis on building and cultivating partnerships, it will ensure effective communication that takes place in healthcare environments to the benefit of all stakeholders involved. 
Members: $30
Non-Members: $65
Students: $5

UTRID is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for continuing education activities. This professional studies program is offered for 0.3 CEUs/3 CEHs (per workshop) at the Professional Development Content Knowledge Level. To request accommodations contact [email protected]. Click here to view UTRID cancellation/refund policies.

UTRID does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, disability, marital status, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.