The Learning Lab is a busy space for studying and meeting up at CCP’s main campus. At the center of it all is Shomari Weedor, who has worked here since 2018. With his signature shades and leather bucket hat, he’s a familiar face known for his style and steady support. But behind that, Shomari deals with challenges—both personal and work-related—that reveal the lack of support he gets from the college.
Shomari has lived with a neurological condition. The LED lighting in the lab often triggers painful migraines, and his neurologist has recommended he work every other day to help manage these symptoms. Shomari has requested this accommodation several times, but so far, the administration has not responded. For a college that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), this lack of support doesn’t match its stated values.
The Learning Lab’s equipment poses its own problems. The computers, which are essential for students, often shut off because of low-quality adapters that don’t provide a steady current. When the lab is full, students end up facing blacked-out screens instead of functional computers. Shomari spends a lot of time resetting these systems, one by one, every day.
Shomari is also responsible for keeping the lab’s four printers working, handling constant issues from paper jams to toner problems. Despite these obstacles, he works hard to keep everything running for the students.
This isn’t just about broken equipment or unanswered requests. It’s about a dedicated staff member who continues to support students despite being overlooked by the institution. Shomari’s resilience shows that a college’s true commitment to its community is reflected in the support it gives to those who uphold its mission each day.
The Independent 
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