Hannah's College Adventures: What to do When the Elevator is out of Order

Most, no, all of you have been worried and wondering what would happen if... Well, I recently found out what I do if the elevator is out of order.

I roll into Circle Hall like a usual Wednesday morning only to find a sign on the elevator that says, "Out of Order". I am completely shocked. I call Campus Security and they don't understand the DynaVox. I'll work that out at a later date. Thankfully, a major office is about ten feet away. I tell the secretary the situation. My class meets downstairs and the elevator is out of order. She asks for the details, where is the class and whose the professor. I tell them what they need to know. Oh, and now I have the attention of three staff members. This is turning into quite the adventure as you can probably tell. So, the secretaries are calling other people feverishly because I have another class at 2:15 in the same building which is just the cherry on top. Meanwhile, one of the professors comes to visit me upstairs and makes sure I'm OK. You have to understand that this guy, Roger is one of the most caring men you will ever meet. He informs me that Dr. Fiene, the other professor will come up and talk to me.

Dr. Fiene who is also my advisor arrives in the office and says, since you cannot get to class, let's have our advising session right now. My original appointment was on Friday. Perfect solution. By the way, the class was watching a movie, that was why the professors were able to leave the classroom. Oh, let's not forget that these poor secretaries are frantically working everything out.

We sit down at the computer to look up courses and we are planning for the Spring term. I was majoring in Political Science. I looked at the courses. No! The courses all seemed dry and dull.

"I can't do this" I said. "Do what" Dr. Fiene asks. I can't major in political science! I have the I want to cry/overwhelmed look on my face. No! Not political science! I can't! "What is your passion" Dr. Fiene inquired. The first thing that came to mind was: public speaking! She opens the book to Communication courses. I look at them, there perfect! All about public speaking or effective communication. This fits my personality so well! Relief came over me instantly. I would not have to take boring history or political courses. I would take courses that would interest, challenge and show off my skill. I walked out of Circle Hall thrilled and anxious for the Spring term to begin.

I have had a few other adventures such as my wheelchair completely bonking out (ironically in Circle Hall). But, I have to share some wonderful news...

Emily Doherty, my beloved cousin got married October 11th to Jacob Thomas who was warmly welcomed into our family. Congratulations, Emily and Jacob. We wish you the best!