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By Kerry Mitchell (A special tribute to my mum). Being Deaf. Diagnoses. 8 months old. At 3 years old. at 5 years old. And … finally at 10 years old.
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By Kerry Mitchell (A special tribute to my mum). Being Deaf.
Diagnoses. • 8 months old. • At 3 years old. • at 5 years old. • And … finally at 10 years old
I have a moderate to severe deafness, and when people ask am I deaf or hard of hearing I always respond “deaf”. • Preferred method of communication is SSE. • My mum brought me up on her own using the oral method of communication.
How did I know university was right for me ?? • The university reputation for supporting deaf students was really good. • I knew two interpreters who were working there at the time, they told me a great deal of information. • Open days.
DSA Assessment. • Birmingham. • Interview totally relevant. • Assessor and recommendations were very good. • The paper work was explained fully. • Equipment WELL !!
University equipment. • I use a note taker (who is FAB). • English support. • CSU. • Course team. • Other services….
Support • BSL/ English interpreters. • Lip speakers. • Electronic and manual note takers. • English support. Information can be found on www.wlv.ac.uk
Life at university. • Social life (what’s that??). • Academic life. • Support problems. (CSU are great at supporting deaf students, and were nominated for an award last year).
The way forward. I have really enjoyed studying and have overcome many challenges, I cant really think of anything specific. The staff have a great deal of patience and understanding of inclusion, I would like to see this continue as a way Forward.