Spring Break
Seeing eye-dogs help visually impaired
Regina Shirkey
Issue date: 2/27/08 Section: Lifestyle
"I would add a table with a raised print map for people to feel because the one on the walls is too small and has colors that are hard to see," Corning said. "I would also provide a large print menu in Braille, too. Also, there should be a videophone booth for deaf people to use."
On a scale of one to 10, with 10 being the easiest to navigate, Corning gave the new UC a seven. He plans on checking out the recreation center soon and his favorite part so far is the food.
Two other students, Matthew Scott and Alex Ledbetter who both use wheelchairs, agree with Corning. They enjoy the new UC, but have a few minor suggestions to improve the building.
"The new UC is comparable to the old one in terms of accessibility," said Scott, "However, the location and lack of elevators is a concern of mine and some of my friends. I would also add more signs to make it easier for students go get around."
Other than that, he thinks it's a great addition that provides many different options for food, entertainment and a social environment on campus.
"My favorite part of the UC is the variety of food and the amount of space to lounge," he said.
Ledbetter, a broadcast journalism major, gave the new UC the highest possible rating of a 10.
"I think it's a great addition and upgrade from the old UC," said Ledbetter. "I think it's easy to navigate, I wouldn't change a thing and my favorite part is the theater and Down Under."
Director for the Center of Students with Disabilities, Elizabeth Watson shared her thoughts on the new UC.
"Although it's a new building our students and animal companions are doing fine," Watson said. "It's expected that our students would ask for help if necessary. Animals will be able to guide students around any obstacle. Our students with visual impairments or who are blind and those in wheelchairs have been navigating new situations their whole lives."
"We have worked closely with Facilities Planning and Management, the contracts and students to provide updated paths of travel information to our students," Watson said. "Maintaining access to the campus has been a priority of the administration and Center for Students with Disabilities."
On a scale of one to 10, with 10 being the easiest to navigate, Corning gave the new UC a seven. He plans on checking out the recreation center soon and his favorite part so far is the food.
Two other students, Matthew Scott and Alex Ledbetter who both use wheelchairs, agree with Corning. They enjoy the new UC, but have a few minor suggestions to improve the building.
"The new UC is comparable to the old one in terms of accessibility," said Scott, "However, the location and lack of elevators is a concern of mine and some of my friends. I would also add more signs to make it easier for students go get around."
Other than that, he thinks it's a great addition that provides many different options for food, entertainment and a social environment on campus.
"My favorite part of the UC is the variety of food and the amount of space to lounge," he said.
Ledbetter, a broadcast journalism major, gave the new UC the highest possible rating of a 10.
"I think it's a great addition and upgrade from the old UC," said Ledbetter. "I think it's easy to navigate, I wouldn't change a thing and my favorite part is the theater and Down Under."
Director for the Center of Students with Disabilities, Elizabeth Watson shared her thoughts on the new UC.
"Although it's a new building our students and animal companions are doing fine," Watson said. "It's expected that our students would ask for help if necessary. Animals will be able to guide students around any obstacle. Our students with visual impairments or who are blind and those in wheelchairs have been navigating new situations their whole lives."
"We have worked closely with Facilities Planning and Management, the contracts and students to provide updated paths of travel information to our students," Watson said. "Maintaining access to the campus has been a priority of the administration and Center for Students with Disabilities."
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