Click here to download the convention brochure, including registration forms.

Online registration for the convention and housing will open at 5:00 p.m. EST on January 28, 2008.

On June 27, 2008, AG Bell members will gather in Milwaukee for AG Bell’s 48th Biennial Convention. AG Bell has a heritage spanning 118 years in support of children with hearing loss and their families, adults who are deaf or had of hearing, and the professionals that assist them in their pursuit of independence through listening and spoken language.

Some of the highlights of this year’s convention include:

• Four full days and six learning tracks of programs, sessions and social activities focusing on spoken language and listening skill development
• Professional development with the leading speech and hearing certifying associations in the field
• A cutting-edge research symposium entitled “Beyond the Cochlear Implant”
• An exhibition featuring 85 exhibitors, product demonstrations, and education theater and job placement services
• Creative and inspiring child and teen programs and events
• Opportunities to greet old friends and make new ones!

Whether you are a parent of a child who is deaf or hard of hearing, a deaf adult or a professional supporting this community, come and experience all that this convention has to offer.

Convention at a Glance

Wednesday, June 25 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. AG Bell Academy Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, June 26 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. AG Bell Board of Directors Meeting 1:00–5:00 p.m. AG Bell Academy LSLS Certification Program Exam 3:00–7:00 p.m. Registration Friday, June 27 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. Registration 7:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Chapter Presidents’ Council Meeting 8:00–11:30 a.m. Short Courses TICKET REQUIRED 12:00–1:00 p.m. First Timers’ Orientation 12:00–5:00 p.m. Child & Teen Program 1:00–2:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions 3:00–4:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions 6:00–9:00 p.m. Opening Ceremony and Reception Saturday, June 28 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Registration 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Child & Teen Program 8:00–9:30 a.m. Concurrent Sessions 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Exhibit Hall Open 10:00–11:30 a.m. Concurrent Sessions 1:00–2:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions 3:00– 4:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions 5:30–6:30 p.m. Section Meetings 7:00– 9:00 p.m. Section Receptions Sunday, June 29 7:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Registration 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Child & Teen Program 8:00–11:30 a.m. Research Symposium 10:00–11:30 a.m. Concurrent Sessions 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Exhibit Hall Open 1:00–2:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions 3:00–4:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions 4:30–6:00 p.m. Teacher/Therapist Share 4:30–6:00 p.m. Deaf and Hard of Hearing Section (DHHS) Job Share/Career Workshop 6:00–7:30 p.m. Closing Summerfest Party TICKET REQUIRED Monday, June 30 7:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Registration 7:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Child & Teen Program 8:00–9:30 a.m. Concurrent Sessions 8:00–11:30 a.m. Short Courses TICKET REQUIRED 9:30–11:00 a.m. Annual Business Meeting 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Exhibit Hall Open 1:00–2:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions 1:00–4:30 p.m. Short Courses TICKET REQUIRED 3:00–4:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions