Disability Support Services
Obtaining Accommodations and Support Services
The individual student with a disability is responsible for initiating
consideration for protection from discrimination, accommodations
and/or support services by contacting the office of Disability Support
Services. Because some accommodations and services require extensive
research and preparation of resources, requests for accommodation
should be made in a timely manner---the University cannot guarantee
the availability of appropriate accommodations without ample time
to make necessary preparations. It is often helpful for the student to contact
the DSS office following formal admission to the University and prior
to enrollment. Notification
should be presented in writing and by making an appointment to consult,
in person or by phone, with a member of the DSS professional staff. Written notification may initially be made via email but should
be followed with a hard copy.
Determination of disability support is based on the documentation
provided and consultation between the student, DSS staff and, when
indicated, pertinent institutional personnel. Individual needs, strengths and limitations, past experiences and
the academic program are considered in determining the type and level
of services or accommodation. Students
are encouraged to be self-directed and are responsible for maintaining
communication with the DSS staff and individual faculty.
Once disability status has been established, students are required
to consult with their DSS provider each semester that services are anticipated/needed to review progress,
discuss accommodations, authorize faculty notification/liaison and
formulate an objective support plan.
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