Ellen Carter Woodbridge, a learning specialist, in the Disability Support services at The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. In 1999 she brought her skills to the Disability Seaport Services (DSS) program at GWU.
Ellen began working at GW in 1983 as an instructor in the English Department, and then became the Assistant Academic Coordinator for the Athletic Department.
In high school, LD-identified students are given the services they need. But in college, the students must be their own advocates. So along with checking out the cafeteria food, the student must check out the disability support services available. Check out some tips to help with evaluating the campus climate, and for choosing the environment you need.
Some readers starting college may already be on a career track. Others may not be sure. You should think about work as early as possible since your advance preparation will make you more attractive to employers.
