[humanser] Academic/Professional Update and Request for Advice

[Kelsey Nicolay]

Hi Sarah,
This is a good question.  I think you should think about your 
skills.  You mentioned your orientation and mobility skills are 
good, but would you be able to negotiate a big city's bus system 
independently? With regard to assistive technology, your skills 
have to be really solid in order to participate in a master's 
program.  I think the majority of coursework is on the computer 
now, even paperwork.  Do you know how to use a sanner for books 
and other materials? These are just some questions to consider.  
If you really think a training center would be best, you could 
probably defer acceptance to the graduate program and you might 
be able to get a refund, I don't know.  I don't have much 
experience with grad schools and how that all works, but I would 
call the admisions office and see what they say.  Regarding the 
VR issue, I really can't advise you, but maybe if you write a 
letter explaining your need, they might be willing to help you.  
Sorry for the many questions, but I'm just trying to get an idea 
of your skills.  I've not attended a training center, but I have 
talked to people who have and they say it's worth it.
Thanks,
Kelsey Nicolay