Responsibilities

Responsibilities of Disability Support Services (DSS)

1. To review student documentation to determine appropriate accommodations.
2. To work with faculty regarding the provision of accommodations to students.
3. To provide individual assistance to students on a limited basis, and/or refer students to other appropriate services.
4. To work with faculty and staff to ensure “meaningful access” for students with disabilities.

Responsibilities of the Student

1. To provide the Director of DSS with documentation of a diagnosed disability that is no more than three years old. The materials must be submitted in a timely manner in order for the Director to review the materials and coordinate any accommodations.
2. To provide faculty with at least seven (7) days notification prior to the need for accommodations.

Responsibilities of the Faculty

1. To work with the Director of DSS to ensure that students are receiving the appropriate accommodations.
2. To announce on the first day of class policies regarding accommodations of students with documented disabilities.