Object ID:
2006.13.59
Interviewer:
Randles, Raymond
Interview Date:
10/13/2011
Interview Place:
Galt House Hotel, Louisville, Kentucky
Length of Interview:
49 minutes
Scope & Content:
Phil Hatlen served as an Ex Officio Trustee (EOT) of the American Printing House for the Blind (APH) from 1990-2007, while he was superintendent of the Texas School for the Blind. He talks about his experiences as an EOT; APH's role as a producer of educational materials for students who are blind or visually impaired; the Federal Quota; significant changes in APH products and services over the years; and future needs in educational products. Other topics include: the various jobs he has held as an educator in the field; the Hatlen Center for the Blind, which he founded in 1972 in California; and serving as APH Executive in Residence in 2009.
Interview Restrictions:
All copyrights belong to the American Printing House for the Blind. Contact the Museum concerning any restrictions.
Extent:
1 compact disc + 1 copy (CD) + 1 transcript (11 p.)
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Phil Hatlen
Phil Hatlen