Learning Ally Blog: Access and Achievement

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Now more than ever, people with learning and visual disabilities are flourishing in the classroom, launching productive careers and becoming assets in their communities. This blog spotlights remarkable individuals who demonstrate that having a visual or print disability is no barrier to educational success.


Prepare for College: Technology
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June 16, 2015 by Lauren Holstein (LAE)

Kristen Witucki, Learning Ally's Community Coordinator for Students who are Blind or Visually Impaired, shares her best advice for how ... Read More about Prepare for College: Technology

Having Fun with Life: Turning Negatives into Positives

June 2, 2015 by Lauren Holstein (LAE)

Learning Ally College Success Program mentor Joe Retherford shares his perspective on keeping a positive attitude about blindness and the life challenges ... Read More about Having Fun with Life: Turning Negatives into Positives

School’s Out for Summer: Time to Find a Job!

May 27, 2015 by Lauren Holstein (LAE)

“School’s out for summer.” Alice Cooper’s catchy lyrics have become your mantra as you toss your book bag into ... Read More about School’s Out for Summer: Time to Find a Job!

Redefine Yourself in College
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May 18, 2015 by Lauren Holstein (LAE)

[caption id="attachment_34059" align="alignright" width="265"] Kristen Witucki. Photo by Anannya Dasgupta.[/caption] Kristen Witucki, Learning Ally's Community Coordinator for Students who are Blind ... Read More about Redefine Yourself in College

Honoring Mothers of Children who Learn Differently
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May 8, 2015 by User

When speaking with adults who have print disabilities such as dyslexia or visual impairment, nearly all of them credit ... Read More about Honoring Mothers of Children who Learn Differently