Dear College,

You didn’t just fail me you tried to erase me.

I came to you as a disabled, neurodivergent woman, seeking education and growth. Instead, I encountered a system that prioritized appearances over accessibility, conformity over compassion.
Your policies and procedures created barriers rather than support. The process to obtain accommodations was convoluted and dismissive, making it clear that my needs were an inconvenience.
I was silenced, overlooked, and made to feel like I didn’t belong. The very institution that should have empowered me instead diminished me.
But I refuse to be erased.
I took the pain, the frustration, the injustice and I transformed it into purpose. I became an advocate, a voice for those who are often silenced. I found strength in my identity and purpose in my struggle.
You may have tried to diminish me, but I emerged more powerful than ever. I am a disabled woman, proud and unyielding, and I will continue to fight for a world where everyone is seen, heard, and valued.