Navigating College Challenges: A Deaf Graduate's Journey from Fremont to CSUN
This article shares the reflections of a 1984 graduate from Fremont School for the Deaf now attending California State University, Northridge (CSUN). The transition from high school to college has proven to be more challenging than anticipated. While they enjoy their college experience, the demanding coursework and research papers present a stark contrast compared to the easier high school days. The need for intense focus and support from interpreters highlights the unique challenges faced by Deaf students in a higher education environment.
Navigating College Challenges: A Deaf Graduate's Journey from Fremont to CSUN
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Story 13I DEAF-SCHOOL FREMONT, GRADUATE 1984. NOW COLLEGE C-S-U-N. I LIKE COLLEGE, BUT HARD.
Story 13I DEAF-SCHOOL FREMONT, GRADUATE 1984. NOW COLLEGE C-S-U-N. I LIKE COLLEGE, BUT HARD. HIGH-SCHOOL EASY.
Story 13I DEAF-SCHOOL FREMONT, GRADUATE 1984. NOW COLLEGE C-S-U-N. I LIKE COLLEGE, BUT HARD. HIGH-SCHOOL EASY. NOW MUST READ ARTICLE.
Story 13I DEAF-SCHOOL FREMONT, GRADUATE 1984. NOW COLLEGE C-S-U-N. I LIKE COLLEGE, BUT HARD. HIGH-SCHOOL EASY. NOW MUST READ ARTICLE. WRITE RESEARCH PAPER.
Story 13I DEAF-SCHOOL FREMONT, GRADUATE 1984. NOW COLLEGE C-S-U-N. I LIKE COLLEGE, BUT HARD. HIGH-SCHOOL EASY. NOW MUST READ ARTICLE. WRITE RESEARCH PAPER. TEACHER SQUARE-(white board) WRITE-(on the white board) MUST PUT-DOWN.
Story 13I DEAF-SCHOOL FREMONT, GRADUATE 1984. NOW COLLEGE C-S-U-N. I LIKE COLLEGE, BUT HARD. HIGH-SCHOOL EASY. NOW MUST READ ARTICLE. WRITE RESEARCH PAPER. TEACHER SQUARE-(white board) WRITE-(on the white board) MUST PUT-DOWN. INTERPRETER, MUST WATCH-(intense). WHY? TEST HARD.
Story 13I DEAF-SCHOOL FREMONT, GRADUATE 1984. NOW COLLEGE C-S-U-N. I LIKE COLLEGE, BUT HARD. HIGH-SCHOOL EASY. NOW MUST READ ARTICLE. WRITE RESEARCH PAPER. TEACHER SQUARE-(white board) WRITE-(on the white board) MUST PUT-DOWN. INTERPRETER, MUST WATCH-(intense). WHY? TEST HARD.
