The main reason that I made Able to go to College was back in high school I was so scared of college. I thought college was this big abyss and I knew that I was no where near ready to go. I was wrong.
Yeah College is different than High school no doubt about that but it not a scary place. I will be honest though college poses new challenges to students with disabilities. There are no IEP that ensure an individualized education, but there is still help, The key is to find the right people. I feel so blessed to have been lucky enough to attend my community college. There program is phenomenal They did everything in there power to make me successful. They advocated for me and I felt that they truly valued me.
Were there instances where I felt discriminated against? Yes. There were also processes set up for me to voice my concerns. I got along with most professors, in fact one of them ,Prof D, I joking call my body gaurd. Its a inside joke between the two of us,
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| Prof D and AZ Summer 2013 |
If you are reading this and have a disabilities and want to go to college but may be a little scared. Don't be. Surrond yourself with a group of people that believe in you. Do not let anyone tell you what you have to do when your adult( esp if they are not part of your family). Never give up and always Follow your dreams. Because you only have one life to live.
Have questions feel free to ask in the comments or email me
azchapman1991@gmail.com
1 comment:
AZ, this is beautiful, especially the last paragraph. I have CP too and, like you, I was worried about college, but it's turned out to be an amazing experience so far. And you're right -- there have been times when I've felt discriminated against, and I deal with some extra challenges because of my disability, but I never regret my decision to attend college. College has allowed me to grow as a person and become more open and independent. I love that you're reaching out to other people with disabilities, and I wish I had read your words of encouragement back when I was getting ready to attend college! Keep on being amazing!
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