HLAA History

Beth Wilson, Ph.D. of Rhode Island begins as executive director of SHHH in April. She had been an active SHHH member since 1986 and left Raytheon Corporation where for 18...Beth Wilson, Ph.D. of Rhode Island begins as executive director of SHHH in April. She had been an active SHHH member since 1986 and left Raytheon Corporation where for 18 years she was an electrical engineer. Convention is held in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. More than 1,100 people attend the 16th year of this event. … Read More >

The 20th Anniversary of SHHH is celebrated in June at the 15th National Convention in St. Paul, Minnesota. Susan Matt from Washington State is elected SHHH President. Julie Olson of...The 20th Anniversary of SHHH is celebrated in June at the 15th National Convention in St. Paul, Minnesota. Susan Matt from Washington State is elected SHHH President. Julie Olson of WI receives the Rocky Stone Humanitarian Award. During the convention the SHHH Strategic Plan for 2001-2004, as presented by a team of diverse SHHH members … Read More >

Convention is held in New Orleans, LA. Ahme Stone receives a 20th Century Woman Award. Clyde Black of TX receives the Rocky Stone Humanitarian award. The Opening Session features keynote...Convention is held in New Orleans, LA. Ahme Stone receives a 20th Century Woman Award. Clyde Black of TX receives the Rocky Stone Humanitarian award. The Opening Session features keynote speaker, Lord Ashley of Stoke, England, a member of the Upper House of Parliament, and the “only deaf member of any legislature in the world.” … Read More >

Convention is held in Boston, MA. Marcia Finisdore of PA is elected SHHH president of the board of trustees. George Kosovich, MD receives the Rocky Stone Humanitarian award. Walt Disney...Convention is held in Boston, MA. Marcia Finisdore of PA is elected SHHH president of the board of trustees. George Kosovich, MD receives the Rocky Stone Humanitarian award. Walt Disney World receives an Access Award. A 40-person delegation of Zennancho, the All Japan Association of Hard of Hearing People comes to the Convention, and invites … Read More >

Convention is held in Phoenix, AZ. The “Walter Ridder Award” is presented to keynote speaker Judith Heumann, assistant secretary, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitation Services. A new award bearing...Convention is held in Phoenix, AZ. The “Walter Ridder Award” is presented to keynote speaker Judith Heumann, assistant secretary, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitation Services. A new award bearing his name is presented to Dr. James Snow, NIDCD director for efforts to advance research. Dorothy Allen of NC receives the Rocky Stone Humanitarian award. … Read More >

Eleventh SHHH Convention is held in Orlando, Florida. Marcia Dugan of New York becomes SHHH president of the board of trustees. Mina “Sis” Lelewer receives the Rocky Stone Humanitarian Award....Eleventh SHHH Convention is held in Orlando, Florida. Marcia Dugan of New York becomes SHHH president of the board of trustees. Mina “Sis” Lelewer receives the Rocky Stone Humanitarian Award. (The event includes an evening at Disney World, where with SHHH help, Disney World has begun communication access for hard of hearing people.) For recognition, … Read More >

Dallas, TX is the convention site. Miss America of 1995, Heather Whitestone, the first winner with a disability of a profound hearing loss, gives the keynote address and receives the...Dallas, TX is the convention site. Miss America of 1995, Heather Whitestone, the first winner with a disability of a profound hearing loss, gives the keynote address and receives the Walter Ridder Award. Bill Cutler, CA, receives the Rocky Stone Humanitarian Award. Board of trustees agrees to decrease the number of trustees to 17. Parade … Read More >

Convention is held in Baltimore, MD. Julie Olson of WI becomes SHHH president of the board of trustees. The first half-day research symposium is a new and popular offering led...Convention is held in Baltimore, MD. Julie Olson of WI becomes SHHH president of the board of trustees. The first half-day research symposium is a new and popular offering led by eminent physicians and researchers. SHHH receives the gift of a sculpture of a family affected with hearing loss created by artist member Jeannine Fletcher … Read More >

During the 6th SHHH Convention in San Diego, CA, Founder Rocky Stone formally retires as SHHH executive director. Donna L. Sorkin of McLean, VA, becomes executive director. Sue Miller, NY...During the 6th SHHH Convention in San Diego, CA, Founder Rocky Stone formally retires as SHHH executive director. Donna L. Sorkin of McLean, VA, becomes executive director. Sue Miller, NY State receives the Rocky Stone Humanitarian Award. The first Children’s Workshop during convention is sponsored by Oticon 4 Kids. March: A retirement dinner (and fundraiser) … Read More >

Convention is held in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Dan Simmons of MA is elected SHHH president of the board of trustees. I. King Jordan, president of Gallaudet University, receives the “Walter...Convention is held in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Dan Simmons of MA is elected SHHH president of the board of trustees. I. King Jordan, president of Gallaudet University, receives the “Walter T. Ridder Award.” Joan Kleinrock of MD receives the third Rocky Stone Humanitarian Award. SHHH publishes its first Annual Report. The board of trustees expands … Read More >