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Feature Alum: J. R. Harding
1991 B.A.
Presidential Appointee and Partnership Specialist,
Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, Tallahassee, Fla.
"Wright State empowered me to play the game of life."
As a high school football star, J. R. Harding, Ph.D., embraced fully the game of life. But a devastating accident presented an unexpected game plan: life as a quadriplegic. Today Harding, who enjoys scuba diving and water skiing, serves as a role model and advocate for people with disabilities. A presidential appointee and a partnership specialist in Floridašs Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, he works nationally and statewide to level the playing field for others with disabilities.
"Wright State was a nurturing environment to explore who I am, despite my special issues. Having gone to three different universities and traveled the world from my wheelchair, Išm still amazed at the standards of independent living WSU offers someone with special needs."
Favorite WSU Memory: May Daze
Best Advice: "Just do it!"
Future Plans: Write a book one day about life -- believing in oneself, overcoming tragedy, and making the best of it.
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