Joy,

I have a niece going there.  When we go into the city to pick-up/deliver
her things it seems very hard to get around?  Curb cuts broken/hard to
maneuver, in the middle of downtown city streets, etc.  You did not find
this to be a problem?

Marilyn



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Sent: Sunday, August 26, 2001 7:41 PM
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Subject: Re: Looking for Colleges

Marilyn,

I just started at GW (George Washington University) in Washington, DC.
It's
extremely accessible, since it's actually part of the city.  All curbs
are
cut, all of the buildings (except for some historic rowhouses) are
accessible, and the Disability Support Services office is extremely
accommodating and responsive.  They also have a grad school in PT and
OT, so
assistants are basically there for the taking.

In addition to the accessibility issues, it's really an excellent
school...
There are about 2550 students in the freshman class, not sure of total
numbers.  All classes are taught by professors, there's a low
student/faculty ratio, and there are tons of great internship
opportunities.
Plus, because it's actually in DC, there's easy access to museums and
cultural activities (i.e., more to do than sit around and drink).

I'm really loving the school so far.  Let me know if there's anything
else
you'd like to know about it.  I'd be interested to hear which school you
decide on.  Best of luck to you and your daughter.

~Joy~

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Marilyn asked:
> I see that many of you are in or recently attended college.  I have a
> daughter who is looking for a good college.  She is in a wheelchair,
> will need a personal assistant for bathrooming, dressing, etc.  Very
> intelligent and verbal.