The Disability at Cornell chat with Erin M. Sember-Chase really opened my eyes to the battles that people diagnosed with disabilities must face. Erin herself shared a personal story that reflected the absence of a disability center at her college while she was an undergraduate student. At Cornell today students with disabilities are not rare, even though it may not be immediately noticeable. Erin talked about breaking the stigma associated with disabilities. Although Cornell works to help ease students academic life, it is up to the students to connect with any disabled students socially. Today, 1 in 5 Americans have a disability. It is very likely that you know someone with a disability, or at least know of someone with a disability. We have come a long way since 1990 when the ADA was first passed and I believe that we will continue to grow in years to come. Hearing the personal experiences with loved ones with disabilities really shows how this is a topic that is close to everyone’s heart. I believe that a disability center is an amazing addition to schools that helps make everyone feel included regardless of any situation. The advancements that have been made in the history of the university is inspiring. Erin herself has pushed and helped to make these advancements possible. I hope to someday make a difference as significance as this.