[nabs-l] which graduate program

justin williams justin.williams2 at gmail.com
Sun Aug 4 18:29:00 UTC 2013


Spot on.  You really no your stuff.  That was great advice.  

-----Original Message-----
From: nabs-l [mailto:nabs-l-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Kaiti Shelton
Sent: Saturday, August 03, 2013 11:46 PM
To: National Association of Blind Students mailing list
Subject: Re: [nabs-l] which graduate program

Hi Kelsey and all,

In terms of picking a university based on travel and transportation, I
totally agree with Joe.  My own university has some shady surrounding
neighborhoods, but as long as you know what areas are safe and what are
better to avoid and you're smart in taking preventative measures, it's not
so bad.  And some of the examples of schools in rough neighborhoods he gave
are also like Dayton; Temple and Drexel in downtown Philly are both in rough
areas, as well as some of the other ones in Ohio like the University of
Cincinnati near where I live.  It all boils down to being smart when you
travel.  I agree you should consider your transportation options and try to
learn as much about the public and para-transit systems as you can, but
don't rule out schools based on safety or transportation alone when the
quality academics can superceed some of the surrounding issues.

But, as a young blind woman going to school away from home myself, what
AShley has said makes perfect sense.  I generally tend to avoid traveling
after dark because I don't feel safe since I can't see if anyone is
following me or acting weird around me, but if it must be done then there
are a few things you can do.  Whenever possible go with others who can
visually keep an eye on things because there is strength in numbers.  When
you are alone, it might be smart to call a friend who would be willing to
stay on the phone with you while you're on your way to your destination.  My
roommate and I did this when we were coming back to our dorm room from
studying somewhere, and it worked pretty well because then if something
happened the other person would know to get help.  When you do this it's
also good to periodically give the other person landmarks in the
conversation for this purpose.  It is good to take note of which areas are
lit and unlit, but I personally don't think the lit areas are that much
safer because if something were to happen there is always the possibility of
the crime moving from the lit area to one that is not lighted.
Self-defense skills are great to know, and martial arts training can also
come in handy.  I know a couple of girls who carry small cans of pepper
spray that look inconspicuous too.  One of my friends has one that hangs on
her keychain that looks like a tube of chapstick.  Make sure that if you
choose to get some you know how to quickly and accurately orient the tube so
that the spray can go in the right direction.

When talking about safety and transportation, it might also be good to ask
if the university offers an escort service, (different from shuttles that
might not run after a certain hour).  My university has one and it's really
handy.  It runs from 7:00 to 4:00 AM and if I'm at a friend's house or
studying in an academic building late I can always call the escort service
to pick me up and drive me back home.  This way I don't have to be
uncomfortable traveling by myself at night, and I safely get to my room for
free.  I would also see if any taxi companies in the area frequently work
with university students or have a good reputation in case you really get in
a pinch.

Good luck with the search.

On 8/3/13, Ashley Bramlett <bookwormahb at earthlink.net> wrote:
> Kelsey,
> I cannot answer your questions. But I did want to say I hope you 
> decide the
>
> right thing and do well in your slp program.
> That is a great profession and you'll work with many kids as well as 
> some adults who aquired speech problems.
>
> I'd suggest, if you haven't done so, to check the school's websites.
> They should list transportation options under student life. Since you 
> mentioned safety as a factor, I'd check the police services. Will you 
> have to live off campus? From your term relocate, I thought you might 
> have to; not all schools offer graduate housing.
>
> I echo what others said. Try and visit the school. While there, speak 
> to not
>
> only advisors but also to students. Maybe they will connect you with 
> an alumni whom you can ask about the program.
> You may be able to meet some potential professors too.
>
> From what I've heard, the
> Erie area is nice and safe. I believe there's tourist attractions 
> around there, but more in Philidelphia but I think Philli may be far off.
>
> Well,  good luck. Also, I mentioned some safety suggestions in my 
> other email.
> I think with some planning, you can be safe.
>
> Ashley
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Kelsey Nicolay
> Sent: Saturday, August 03, 2013 10:13 AM
> To: nabs-l at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [nabs-l] which graduate program
>
> Hello,
> I would like some of your opinions on this.  I just posted that I am 
> interested in a graduate program in speech-language pathobogy.
> I have found three programs so far that sound interested.  One is at 
> University of Akron which is the online program I posted about before.  
> The advantage to this one is that I can live at home while taking 
> classes and compaete clinicals in my hometown of Medina, Ohio.  The 
> second progham is Ohio State University.  My concern with Ohio State 
> is that I would need to relocate to Columbus.  Therefore, someone from 
> that area, can you please tell me what the safety of that neighborhood 
> would be like? How is the bus transportation? Do they offer any 
> discounts for osu students or students with disabilities? The final 
> phogram I have found so far is Edinboro University of Pennsylvania.  
> They are a two-year program.  This means I would need to relocate to 
> Edinboro.  What is it like there, if anyone is from that area? Is it a 
> relatively safe community for someone who is totally blind? They do 
> offer free bus transfortation on campus and in the Erie area so that 
> is something else to consider.  Their office of students with 
> disabilities is also national ranked.  Therefore, if you were in my 
> situation, which program would you choose and why?
> Thanks in advance,
> Kelsey Nicolay
>
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