NASNTI (Native American-Serving Nontribal Institution)

In October 2021, the Seminole State College NASNTI Program was awarded a 5-year grant. The grant will allow NASNTI to revitalize and expand its Computer Science Program to bring it up to date with industry standards while adding options in Security, Programming, and Esports. The grant also supports upgrades in IT infrastructure and establishes necessary equipment in lab spaces to support updated and specialized computer science instruction. The NASNTI Program will also develop seminars (face to face), videos/modules (online), and Talking Circles to address academic success skills, technology skills, civic/professional skills, cultural awareness, and wellbeing/resilience skills.  

Within the five years, the NASNTI team will work closely with contractual disability service experts to design foundational courses to align with principles for Universal Design Learning and strengthen support for online students with disabilities by appointing a disability service professional development leader to conduct two interactive training workshops on best practices for supporting students with disabilities in an online learning environment. NASNTI will also establish an Access Lab on campus that will provide flexible access to computers equipped with assistive devices and software for students with disabilities.

 

 


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Access Lab

SSC NASNTI recognizes that the classroom experience is the epicenter of student learning. One of the program objectives is to strengthen support for online students with disabilities by implementing new assistive devices and technology and redesigning foundational courses to ensure the best support for online students with disabilities. SSC NASNTI has established an Access Lab on campus to provide flexible access to computers equipped with assistive devices and software for remote and hybrid learners with disabilities.

The lab does not offer tutoring or mentoring services BUT the Lab Assistants will: 1) instruct students on how to use the assistive technology devices, 2) demonstrate how to access Microsoft Edge assistive technology software and additional software for academic disability challenges, and 3) teach students how to use assistive tools offered through the NASNTI Assistive Device Loaner Program.

Located in the Boren Library, in Room 125, the lab is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 A.M.- 4:00 P.M. 

Resources available in the Access Lab

The devices include (but are not limited to) Slip-On Typing Keyboard Aid, Up & Go Seats, Right and Left Computer Armrests, a Braille Keyboard, Noise Cancelling Headphones, Adjustable Magnifier, Ergonomic Keyboard, and Large Print Keyboards. The software in the Access Lab consists of the enhanced usage of Microsoft Edge as well as online tools to assist with: literacy, note-taking, test-taking, online mind mapping tools, online tools to provide accommodations in math, and online learning support tools for reading and writing.

Please note: To request demonstration of the Access Lab Resources please contact Ben Little (contact details are down below).

Assistive Equipment & Devices

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  • Switch between sitting and standing throughout the day to improve health, comfort and productivity.

 
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  • Big, bold letters for easy typing & less eyestrain.
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  • Allows visually impaired and blind people who rely on braille to communicate to be able to type just as a non-braille user.
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  • An ergonomic keyboard is designed to reduce strain on your hands, wrists, and shoulders by promoting a more natural typing posture.
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  • A joystick mouse can help prevent and alleviate pain from repetitive strain injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, and tendinitis. Designed to fit hand more naturally.
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  • Assists individuals with limited hand mobility, weak grip strength, or injured fingers typing on computer keyboards.
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  • A portable seat lift cushion that helps you sit down and get up from a chair more easily.

  • Assists those who are living with Parkinson's, arthritis and other joint ailments.
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  • Helps to reduce eyestrain and prevent vision fatigue by magnifying small details.

  • LED magnifying lamps are for people who need to see a particular object in clearer detail.
${itemImageAlt} Noise Cancelling Headphones with Mic

  • The headphones with unidirectional boom 270° microphone that only picks up your voice and block out unwanted background noises.

  • The headphones are helpful when using immersive reader as well as dictation by voice commands.
${itemImageAlt} Arm Rest Extender & Trackball Mouse

  • An armrest extender provides additional support for your arms and elbows, helping to reduce strain and improve comfort during extended periods of use.

  • A trackball uses a stationary ball to control the cursor, reduces wrist movement and alleviates strain injuries.
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  • The Viewboard by ViewSonic is an interactive tool provides the ultimate digital whiteboard solution for collaboration and learning.

  • The interactive touch capabilities and content sharing can enhance your presentations, tutoring and study sessions.

  • You can connect it to your laptop or directly to the internet to access learning apps and content, watch YouTube tutorials and more!

Native Language Resource Area 


The Native Language Resource Area (NLRA) is in the NASNTI offices located in the Boren Library. The NLRA has a mini library collection of books with a great variety of literature pertaining to Native American culture, language, art, and history. SSC students, faculty, and staff are welcome to visit the area for their enjoyment and/or search a particular tribe or area of focus specifically to indigenous peoples. The NLRA also has two computers and a color printer available for the SSC campus community to use.

For a detailed list of currently available books please click here. (Books cannot be checked out)


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Contact NASNTI:

Kay WallaceKay Wallace
NASNTI Program Director
k.wallace@sscok.edu
405.382.9646

Kay Wallace began her employment with Seminole State College in September of 2013 as the Student Engagement Specialist for NASNTI. Kay earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Home Economics with an emphasis in Fashion Merchandising from East Central University in Ada, Oklahoma. She also earned a Master’s Degree in Grant Management, Writing, and Evaluation from Concordia University Chicago, and a Master’s Degree in Arts and Organizational Management from the University of Phoenix in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

 

 

 Alecia-Bailey-Background-Removed.pngAlecia Bailey
NASNTI Computer Science Specialist
a.bailey@sscok.edu
405.382.9615

Alecia Bailey, a Jamaican native, serves as the NASNTI Computer Science Specialist. In her role, she revitalizes the computer science program by overseeing the renovation and equipping of the Esports Lab, classroom computer lab, and IT infrastructure to support the revitalized program. Alecia holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from the University of Technology, Jamaica and a Master's Degree in Information Technology with a focus on Information Security from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

 

 

Ben LittleBen-Little-Background-Removed.png
NASNTI Student Success Specialist
b.little@sscok.edu
405.382.9640

Ben Little serves as the Student Success Specialist for the SSC NASNTI program. He oversees the Access Lab which is designed to support students with disabilities, both in-person and online learners. He is actively involved in establishing and implementing new systems and resources for holistic student development. These resources include: seminars, Talking Circles, online videos and modules. Ben is an enrolled tribal citizen of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe as well as affiliated with the Seminole/Creek tribes. Ben graduated from Seminole State College and later received his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from Oklahoma Baptist University. Ben served in the U.S. Army, he is married to his wife, Elsie, an elementary school teacher and have one adult son.