Assistive Technology Instructor

William (Bill) Powell is first and foremost a teacher. His “job” at Bosma is to teach Assistive Technology at the Bosma Rehabilitation Center. But as you read on you will find that what William brings to the job is much more.

During his extensive teaching career at the Indiana School for the Blind, William mentored the Collection of Computer Geniuses (COGS). This group traveled nationwide, doing presentations in math and computer areas, as-well-as working with Rose-Hulman students to create devices that would assist people with various physical needs. One project went nationwide, with patents pending.

One of his former students became one of the developers of WinEyes, while another is nationally known for her work with accessible cell phones.

Experience
Indiana School for the Blind – Braille, Assistive Technology instructor, 25 years
University of Nebraska – Braille instructor, 2 years
Indiana State University – Braille instructor 5 years

Education
Indiana School for the Blind - Hoosier Scholar in his senior year
Ball State University, B.S., Special Education
Honors: Edwards Hall Honors, Dean’s List, and National Dean’s List

Distinctions
Ball State University Outstanding Alumnus Special Divisions Award
Awarded the honor of Kentucky Colonel
Who’s Who of American Teachers

Certifications
Indiana Teaching License in the areas of Special Education for MR K-12
Orthopedic and Health Impairment K-12 and VI K-12
Literary Braille Transcriber’s License from the National Library of Congress

Bill has a wonderful Daughter-In-Law, Tia, a great grandson, William, and son Chris. He believes that being a proud parent to his son Chris is the greatest achievement of his life. Aside from striving to promote equality for people who are blind or visually impaired, his family, and God are the most important things to Bill.