Shelby-
Couple of things:
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"immediately registered your disability, asked for whatever documentation/procedure you needed so as to properly inform your professors, and then presented that to your professor(s) in the very first class at the start of the semester/quarter... if not sooner (some instructors allow you to call or email them prior to classes starting to ask questions re the syllabus, books, class location, etc.). This is when you bring these issues up, not when you're about to take exams."
When I first went in August last year 2016, I did start the registration process for my disability. Although it started a month in of the 4 month semester. The process, I was informed would only take 2 weeks, at the most. I also MOVED from my previous location. I ended my summer classes (trig) and spent the next week or two picking up extra shifts at work to accommodate the move. Trying to work extra hours as a nurse, overnight shifts in addition to my normal. I thin I picked up 2-3 extra shifts per week on top of my "40" hours a week. And the 'adult thing' was to make sure my financial arrangement was perfectly sound from the previous job which was four hours away to my new location. Because I was not relying on mommy and daddy. So I had to work the entire time up until a week before the move (approximately 2 weeks), pack everything up in 1 week, rent uhaul, load it all up, drive 4 hours one way, and start college the next monday. It literally was nonstop packing unpacking moving, transfering rearranging, and having all of it with enough financial support to last to, not only register and pay for my upcoming (since im a nurse and dont qualify for financial aide) semester classes, take everything off the uhaul into the house, getting a storage unit, transfering things into storage, and preparing the new place so everything such as clothing, school supplies etc.. was easily accessible, but
also trying to have enough money to last until i could get another job at my new location, which is four hours away. It wasn't until the end of summer, my trig class before the move, that I spent extra time. So, working 64 or some hours a week for a 2 weeks and last week spent entirely to packing everything and moving. Up until the last 2-3 weeks before the move, I had been studying my butt off, sometimes 12 hours straight a day, for my trig class, and going to work 40 hours a week.
Why is this important? Because When I took trig, I realized that maybe i'm not a 'good test taker.' I always found myself being the last one to leave the room after a test, and almost prided myself to be that way so I can be thorough, going back to all my answers and rechecking everything. (almost taking the test twice, literally) But in trig, I realized, I didn't have time for this. I would always end up leaving 1 question empty or something. Then looking back at the previous semester, I realized that trend of rechecking was becoming less and less. But it wasn't until TRIG that I thought there might be a serious issue. I ended up with an A in Trig, without any accommodations from the professor, who repramanded the class for not studying and at the same time. I loved him. I thanked him shook his hand, and said 'it's been an honor' ...which really surprised him. (sorry stupid adderall)
when I took physics 1, (After the move and into the university) I got an 84 (B) on the first test. ...fine, But I spoke to the professor and immediatly, i mean IMMEDIATELY walked from his office and went to the disability center filled out an application. When I failed test 2 because I left half of it blank, i couldn't deny it, I needed more time. I didn't hear anything back from the disability services, I WENT BACK to them complaining nothing was happening, which started the ball again. I wrote my professor the following email:
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Dr. Gross
I almost didn't see this email. Thank you for your reply, I was concerned that perhaps you missed my email. The day I came to you, I believe it was between the first and second test, I immediately,that day, followed your directions to the SAS office and filled out an application. I informed you of this in class to let you know that it was 'in process.' I was told it could take up to a couple of weeks in order for this to go through. I later received a letter, asking for a diagnosis of my previous disability. I took my EEG report to them, and had them make copies showing clearly the results. I was informed that the receptionist would give the documents to the appropriate person. I waited for several weeks for a response and got none. I then went back to the SAS office (after test 2) and asked to speak to a specific counselor involved with my case. I spoke to a staff member who pulled the file and stated that the SAS center was unable to accept the results of my EEG because the decision making personnel did not have a medical background to interpret the report. I had brought my prescription as further proof that I had been diagnosed previously, but they were still unwilling to accept the family physician's assessment. I was told to go to the psychological/counseling center by the breezeway to fill out SAS's application requirements. At the psychological center, I was informed that I needed to go to NOVA for testing, seeing how FAU could not perform the exam. I was also told to speak to Christopher Bolden, the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs, which lead me to email you this past week. He stated he would email you also about 'intermediate' accommodations, and for me to contact you as well.
I called NOVA, right after I spoke to Mr. Bolden, and was informed that I would receive a phone call from a staff member that was specifically dealing with learning disability services. I JUST got a phone call TODAY (11/08/2016), referring me to another center, because NOVA is unable to accept new clients until January. I am currently making appointments with the referred facility from NOVA.
As you can see, this has not been a quick process. However, I am doing my best to meet these requirements and keep you informed.
I understand your class schedule and thought it might be possible to have extended testing time in your 7pm class period. I would be happy to remain in your presence from one class to another to ensure the integrity of the process.
I have also engaged a physics tutor since test 1, to assist me in thoroughly understanding the course material and purchased Schaum's College physics 11th Edition textbook, to supplement your lectures.
Is there a specific office hour that I may discuss my options with you at this point?
Regards,
Me
Is that adult like enough? or Responsible enough? Was I aware that I needed this accommodation? Thus far in my career, I was able to complete 99% of the test, although, more chances recently I was becoming less and less successful with 'going through' tests it. I got a B in the class, my first B in 2.5 years, but I accepted it and that's that.
Now Lets JUMP to THIS semester. Janurary 9th. 2017
1)Did I complete the process and get the letter of accommodations?
YES2) Did I send an electronic copy to the SAME professor as I was instructed by disability center that must be done for record keeping?
YES.
3) Was it
before the beginning of the semester January 9th 2017?
YES4) Was everything SET on my part that I had done for the accommodations on my end?
YES5) did the professor do HIS LEGAL obligation per his employment and agreement with the University?
NO6) Was I given extended quiz time after all this?
NO7) Did I DO the adult thing and give him another copy with another
note circling both tests AND quizzes to bring his attention to it?
YES Did I have Student accessibility Services (disability center) Also contact him, so as to go through 'appropriate channels to make sure my accommodations are MET?;
YESDID he give me extra time on quizzes after that, even though he had received an electronic copy, Hard copy +plus note and emphasis, and an email from SAS stating more time on quizzes?
NO9) Did this happen LAST semester? NO i'm talking about THIS semester.
10) If I, being a doctor (and he is a doctor of physics), left electronic copies, hard copies and have your company call and write you to confirm the ORDERS that I needed to be executed, and the NURSE still did NOT execute those orders which I am legally obligated to do under state law of FLORIDA, do you THINK it's my, the doctors, fault for not being 'Adult like.?'
11)Will I be SUING? No
12) why? Because he at least provided me with accommodations LAST semester, which was very loving thing to do. Perhaps because of the Assistant Dean of Student affairs email or whatever.
This whole process has, and been very fruistrating. Because the bottom line is: Even when you do the 'adult' thing, even when you go through 'appropriate channels,' even when you do everything in your power, these professors are........full of it. They don't even do their own homework something as SIMPLE as, 'read this paper about time for tests and quizzes accommodations that you're legally obligated to give to this student.'
Its' funny, we use to call it homework. Then you grow up and now it's called paperwork. Which essentially is the same thing. Something assigned to do in a certain amount of time.
And...Here is someone who has a doctorate degree that can't even do his own homework (paperwork) and thinks these students are LAZY and arn't studying.
Who is the adult? Who is the child?
Everytime I 'stand up for myself' ...to anyone, here, at home, it comes off as me yelling. And though in the past that may have been true, I realize that my words do become sharp. So please do not in anyway, and i'm sure you wont probably, take this as me yelling at you. I just emphasize it.
I've been out in the real world. I had to be responsible for rent, taxes, people relations, medical professions, life and death situations. I've seen the ugly at my job, and the good. And it's because of this, i've realized that people don't give a DAMN about you that led me to jump back into school to get a higher degree towards the end of my wife's education. Cause once you have some form of 'status' ...'degree' then people take you SERIOUSLY. If even then.
Me
p.s. I am ALSO on a regular weekly counseling sessions with the psychologist at the university, PLUS signed up to get on a weekly DBT therapy in group setting at the university.