Research Foundation of the City University of New York

2018
Vision Rehabilitation & Resources
New York, NY, USA
Project Title: Orientation and Mobility Training Program Website: http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/main

About the Grantee

Hunter College, located in the heart of Manhattan, is the largest college in the City University of New York (CUNY). Founded in 1870, it is also one of the oldest public colleges in the country. More than 23,000 students currently attend Hunter, pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees in more than 170 areas of study.

Purpose of the Grant

To help sustain the Tri-State New York area’s only college training program for orientation and mobility (O&M) trainers for people who are blind and visually impaired.

Amount

$645,868

Term

48 months

Grant Regions

Entire NY Tri-State Area