More About Us
S.A.P.A.'s name indicates the positive, optimistic focus of our group. First, we are students. Then we are advocates. We advocate, or promote, the potential ability in all students, especially students who happen to have a disability. All students have incredible potential to grow, to learn, to lead, to create, to effect change. Too often, people with disabilities are thought of more for what they can’t do. We prefer to focus on what people can do and their potential to do even more.
We attempt to accomplish our mission through a variety of activities and events. We have sponsored, or co-sponsored, speakers, entertainers, and movies, as well as wheelchair basketball tournaments and gingerbread house building competitions. SAPA members have participated in panel discussions on campus and at area high schools. For almost 30 years we have sponsored an awards ceremony honoring faculty and staff who help make UW-L accessible to all students. Future events and activities will be determined by the future members of SAPA. We would love to hear your suggestions.
S.A.P.A. Officers for the 2011-2012 school year:
Amanda Jones - President
Carly Cappozzo - Vice-President
Ka Lia Lo - Secretary
position not filled - Treasurer
Ka Lia Lo - Student Association Representative
Allan Andonegui - Diversity Organization Coalition (DOC) Representative
Tom Link - Advisor
