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Self-Advocacy

  • I had a 504 in high school. Can't I just keep using that?

  • You keep telling me to go to my professor's office hours, but I don't want to until I have something to turn in. 

  • I know I should get set up accommodations, but I don't want to use ADHD as an excuse.

  • They never told me that I needed to be working on that assignment! 

  • I can't go talk to the professor. What am I supposed to say?!

Help!

So many students are uncomfortable reaching out to professors for help, especially if/when they're struggling in a class. Instead, they tend to avoid the situation, which only makes things worse!

During our time together, we actively roleplay and practice things like:

  • How to write a professional and respectful email. (Hint: It does not start with, "Hey")

  • What to ask/say during office hours with a professor or TA

  • How to access the accessibilities office for accommodation

  • How to talk about your learning style

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