AG Bell Arts and Science Program Awards $26,540 in Financial Aid

From: AG Bell - Aug 26, 2005

For Immediate Release

AG Bell Arts and Science Program Awards $26,540 in Financial Aid

Funds support arts and science exploration for 40 students who are deaf or hard of hearing

Washington, DC, August 25, 2005 - The Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (AG Bell) Arts and Science Financial Aid Program has awarded $26,540 in financial aid to 40 students who are deaf or hard of hearing and use spoken language to communicate. The students, who represent 11 states and Canada, participate in a variety of after school, weekend, or summer programs in arts and science programs.

"AG Bell recognizes that extracurricular activities offer children who are deaf or hard of hearing valuable opportunities to interact with peers who have similar interests," said K. Todd Houston, Ph.D., Executive Director/CEO. "AG Bell's financial aid program gives students an opportunity to explore a range of interests– from aerospace engineering and digital movie-making to voice lessons, piano and drama."

The AG Bell Arts and Science Financial Aid Program offers awards ranging from $140 to $2,000 for students, ages 6 to 19, identified with moderate to profound hearing loss since birth or before acquiring spoken language. Award recipients use these funds to participate in arts and science programs sponsored by museums, art or music centers, science camps, and dance and theater workshops.

The Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing is a lifelong resource, support network, and advocate for listening, learning, talking, and living independently with hearing loss. Through publications, outreach, training, scholarships, and financial aid, AG Bell promotes the use of spoken language and hearing technology. Headquartered in Washington, DC with chapters located in the United States and Canada and a network of international affiliates, AG Bell's global presence provides its members and the public with the support they need – close to home. With over a century of service, AG Bell supports its mission: Advocating Independence through Listening and Talking! For more information, contact AG Bell at (202) 337- 5220 or visit the AG Bell website at www.agbell.org.

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Contact:

Jessica Ripper
Senior Director of Marketing and Communications
Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Phone: (202) 337-5220 ext. 123
Fax: (202) 337-8314
Email: jripper@agbell.org
Website: www.agbell.org