NEWSBEAT REPORTER

You can’t miss Jessica Greenfield and her K-9 companion Ozzie when they arrive on campus. No one expects a dog to jump out of the vehicle and head for class.

The odd coupling does spark the curiosity of students on campus

“It really, really bothered me. I was like why are people staring? I have this dog with me. But people aren’t staring at me. They’re staring at the dog,” said Greenfield.

Despite the attention, Jessica can’t imagine a world without Ozzie.

“He’s kind of my little shadow; my little right hand man,” said Greenfield. “My partner in crime.”

Ozzie came to Greenfield’s aid after she accomplished the impossible.

Three years ago Greenfield, classified as a paraplegic, defied all doctors and took her first steps , again. Since that day, her K-9 companion Ozzie follows her every miraculous step and help her live an ordinary life

“The biggest thing I use him for is to pick up dropped objects,” she said. “He does laundry. He can pick up an item of clothing, put it in the washer, and then transfer from the washer to the dryer.”

Unfortunately, Ozzie isn’t super dog. So for things Ozzie can’t help Jessica with, she goes to the Office of Disability Services. Associate director of disability services Benjamin Cornwell says his job makes life easier for people with special needs.

“We want to provide a level playing field for all students,” said Cornwell. “That includes students with disabilities, and the accommodations are there to provide that level playing field.”

So the next time you see Greenfield and Ozzie on campus, remember every step they take together is the impossible happening right before your eyes. She and Ozzie plan to attend graduate school. Then travel the country to motivate others.