{"id":456,"date":"2026-02-25T16:58:30","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T16:58:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/laverne.edu\/student-outreach\/?page_id=456"},"modified":"2026-02-25T16:58:30","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T16:58:30","slug":"communicating-with-faculty-during-difficult-life-circumstances","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/laverne.edu\/student-outreach\/communicating-with-faculty-during-difficult-life-circumstances\/","title":{"rendered":"Communicating with Faculty During Difficult Life Circumstances"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW161657726 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161657726 BCX0\">When<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161657726 BCX0\">you\u2019re<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161657726 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>experiencing a difficult life situation (illness, family emergency,<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161657726 BCX0\">w<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161657726 BCX0\">e<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161657726 BCX0\">ll-being concerns<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161657726 BCX0\">, financial<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161657726 BCX0\">issues<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161657726 BCX0\">, or anything affecting your<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161657726 BCX0\">safety,<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161657726 BCX0\">ability to attend class or complete work)<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161657726 BCX0\">,<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161657726 BCX0\">it\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161657726 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>important to keep your professors informed. Faculty want you to succeed, and clear communication helps you stay on track.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW161657726 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Que<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">stions to Consider Before Contacting Faculty\u00a0<\/span><\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Thinking about these questions can help you communicate clearly and appropriately:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW32366493 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32366493 BCX0\">How has the situation<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32366493 BCX0\">impacted<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW32366493 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>your academics (e.g., attendance, missed deadlines, focus, participation)?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW32366493 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW124287161 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW124287161 BCX0\">What type of flexibility am I asking for?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW124287161 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A short extension<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Making up a missed quiz<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW239965017 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW239965017 BCX0\">Catching up on notes or materials<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW239965017 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW24213219 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW24213219 BCX0\">Temporary understanding during a difficult period<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW24213219 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW148421244 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW148421244 BCX0\">Attendance flexibility<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW148421244 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:2160,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW50939856 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW50939856 BCX0\">What am I comfortable sharing?\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW50939856 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW132621182 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW132621182 BCX0\">You do not need to share personal or private details. Focus on the impact, not the cause.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW132621182 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW38776396 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38776396 BCX0\">Have I reviewed the syllabus?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW38776396 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW203216242 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW203216242 BCX0\">This helps you make requests that respect the course\u2019s structure and requirements.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW203216242 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW101838084 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW101838084 BCX0\">Am I using flexibility responsibly?\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW101838084 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW250521752 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW250521752 BCX0\">Flexibility is<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW250521752 BCX0\">here to empower you during life\u2019s unexpected challenges<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW250521752 BCX0\">.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW250521752 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>By using it mindfully for genuine hardships, you ensure you stay on track with your goals, attend class consistently, and give your assignments the focus they deserve.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW250521752 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"TextRun SCXW219821188 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219821188 BCX0\">Understanding Limits and Responsibilities<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW219821188 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Not every class has the same level of flexibility. Factors like accreditation requirements, lab components, group work, or participation-driven learning can limit what a professor can adjust.\u00a0Being proactive in communicating with your professors is key. Any delays in communication can limit the level of flexibility that can be provided.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Students should keep in mind:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW84797587 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW84797587 BCX0\">Flexibility is not guaranteed<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW84797587 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW117323823 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW117323823 BCX0\">Faculty will consider requests within the structure of the course<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW117323823 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW105767056 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW105767056 BCX0\">Academic standards still apply<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW105767056 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW171991872 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW171991872 BCX0\">Extensions or excused absences<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW171991872 BCX0\">don\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW171991872 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>replace required learning<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW171991872 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW25094908 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW25094908 BCX0\">Repeated or long-term flexibility may not be possible<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW25094908 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW257717570 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW257717570 BCX0\">In those situations, Academic Advising can help you explore broader academic options (e.g., withdrawal, incomplete request, support planning<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW257717570 BCX0\">, credit\/no credit<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW257717570 BCX0\">option<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW257717570 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>when applicable and acceptable<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW257717570 BCX0\">)<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW257717570 BCX0\">.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW257717570 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>For students with documented disabilities, requesting<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW257717570 BCX0\">accommodations<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW257717570 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>through Accessibility Services may be the most<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW257717570 BCX0\">appropriate route<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW257717570 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW257717570 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW33192581 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW33192581 BCX0\">Faculty may ask for<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW33192581 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>evidence of an extenuating event\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW33192581 BCX0\">if that event is prompting the request for flexibility<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW33192581 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276,&quot;335559991&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\">If you are unsure about what evidence to provide, you can consult with<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/laverne.edu\/student-outreach\/\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW129844666 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\">SOS<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\">, the<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/laverne.edu\/directory\/person\/juan-regalado\/\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW129844666 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\">Dean of Students<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\">, an Academic Advisor, or a trusted mentor at the University.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\">In the case of personal medical documentation, please contact the<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW129844666 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\">Student Health Center<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW129844666 BCX0\">for verifying<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>the documentation as<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\">faculty<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\">should refrain<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\">from<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\">requesting<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW129844666 BCX0\">, accepting, or reviewing any personal medical documentation.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW129844666 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5>Resources<\/h5>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\">Depending on the<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW63882636 BCX0\">circumstance<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\">,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/laverne.edu\/student-outreach\/\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW63882636 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\">SOS<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>and the<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/laverne.edu\/asc\/\"><span class=\"TextRun Highlight SCXW63882636 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\">A<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\">cademic<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\">S<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\">uccess<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\">C<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\">enter<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\">may not be able to<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>communicate with faculty on your<span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\">behalf<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\">; however,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW63882636 BCX0\"><span>\u00a0<\/span>we help you develop the skills, confidence, and language needed to self-advocate effectively.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW63882636 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW57831199 BCX0\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW57831199 BCX0\">We can:<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW57831199 BCX0\" 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