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Jared Hobson

Featured LD Program: Curry College

The PAL Program, the Program for Advancement of Learning, is a structured support program that provides assistance to LD students in a proactive, strength-based environment and access to assistive technologies.

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Jared Hobson

The Virtual College Admission Interview

Did you know that you may be able to interview with a college admission officer without ever leaving home? More and more schools are now offering virtual interviews. This post provides tips to make sure your virtual interview is a successful one!

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Jared Hobson

Interviewing Staff at the Disabilities Services Office

At the post secondary level, the sole purpose of accommodations is to give your student the opportunity to demonstrate mastery of course curriculum by minimizing or even eliminating the impact of a disability. The bottom line? Be proactive in knowing where to go and what services are available.

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Jared Hobson

Do You Need the Disability Services Office?

Given that self-advocacy is equated with success, establishing a positive relationship with a college or university needs to be a top priority. So, over the next couple of days, I’ll talk about how to go about establishing a relationship with the Office of Disability Services.

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