When Justin Miller stood up out of his wheelchair and walked across the stage unassisted during Eastern Florida State College’s Fall 2022 commencement ceremony, his fellow graduates soon rose to their feet as well, cheering him on. The 28-year-old Melbourne Campus student was born with cerebral palsy and has no control over the right side […]
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Here at Student Access for Improved Learning (SAIL), our main function is to ensure that students with documented disabilities receive academic accommodations in their classes and in testing environments. Accommodations in college create equal access and to remove barriers to learning. For example, accommodations include taking tests and quizzes in a quiet location, receiving extra
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College back-to-school anxiety is an ever-present reality. According to the Center for Collegiate Mental Health, psychological distress among college students has increased significantly because of COVID-19. In 2020, 71% of college students reported that anxiety was their number one reason for seeking out mental health services. Those students also reported higher levels of mental health concerns in the areas of depression, social
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Summer classes at EFSC are already in full swing. Much of the college experience consists of participating in social functions and remaining connected to your college community. However, keep academics and graduation first on your list of priorities! These tips can help you make effective use of your study time. As a result, you can hopefully spend less time in the
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