Elena was looking forward to studying marine biology at a liberal arts college. Midway through her first semester she became overwhelmed by the social and academic demands, stopped attending class and moved back home in a state of depression. The only job she has held...
Current students–like most of us– have never experienced anything like the COVID-19 pandemic. With schools closing and events being cancelled, normal life has been greatly disrupted. High school closings means no athletics, clubs, proms or other social events. It’s a...
When high schools and colleges shifted abruptly to remote learning, students reacted in a variety of ways. While some students thrived, enjoying fewer classroom distractions and less social anxiety, others missed the in-person interactions and struggled to focus....
Disability services work very differently in college than they do in high school—one of the key differences being that students, not staff or parents, are responsible for self-advocating for their needs. Before you head off to college, here are the key things to know...
If you’ll be seeking accommodations or support services for a disability or learning differences in college, it pays to research in advance what will be available at each school on your list. Here are some key questions to ask disability staff if you are considering...
