<p>Glad you’ve got Hobart taken care of!</p>
<p>Sorry to hear that about Dickinson, though. Keep the name of the person you spoke with, and if and when you need to deal with that office again, make sure you speak with someone else (preferably higher up).</p>
<p>though I do know he was reported to Child Services several times andwe were actually forced to go to the police and file some sort of report which they deemed a “he said she said” if you know what I mean. Also, unfortunately, he does technically have a legal right to talk to me or whatever. But I refuse to see him- that’s the basis of our visitation haha. (God, the court systems in PA are so screwed up). Anyways, just FYI Hobart has accepted my waiver! I’m still waiting for Dickinson and Syracuse, but I could honestly care less. Dickinson especially. My financial</p>
<p>See if you can get copies of the CPS report and the police report. Those will back up your story. I highly doubt that any FA officer is going to think that you “trumped up” these accusations a few years ago in hopes of getting a waiver, so I think the fact that this paper-trail exists will bolster your case.</p>
<p>As for not stating the type of abuse. I can understand your hesitation to discuss the nitty gritty and give specifics. I was the victim of a sexual assault as a child by a non-relative. But, I do think you do need to know that the abuse was sexual. Simply putting “abuse” is just too broad in a layman’s eyes. That Dickingson person may think you’re asking for a waiver cuz dad “yelled at you.” So, please consider getting copies of the paperwork and submit. and, as Sybbie notes, some of this may be known by your school. If so, that can help.</p>
<p>BTW…I think that FA person at Dickinson should be reported to his superior.</p>
<p>I’m glad you got your waiver. I would not take the attitude you have about, not wanting to go to a school that will request specifics and proof. It may well come down to that if you want a school to pay your way including your room and board. You give them the info you have and see how it goes. If you really feel the way you do, you should also be actively looking for alternatives in case things go to a point that you don’t want to cross.</p>