Disability Support Services
Ten Things To Know
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STUDENTS
Should introduce themselves, as soon as possible, to discuss their accommodations and to ensure that the provision of accommodations is successfully accomplished.
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1 芦 Interaction 禄 |
FACULTY
Could encourage early disclosure by using official statement, in regards to disabilities,
in syllabi. |
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STUDENTS
Should visit their professors regularly for help with coursework and advice.
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2 芦 Guidance 禄 |
FACULTY
Are the students biggest resource and should project an approachable demeanor. |
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STUDENTS
Are entitled to confidentiality at every turn, in front of peers and faculty.
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3 芦 Confidentiality 禄 |
FACULTY
Should protect the students' confidentiality at all times. |
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STUDENTS
Must communicate with Disability Support Services in order to receive accommodations.
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4 芦 Eligibility 禄 |
FACULTY
Should inform students of Office of Disability Support Services. |
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STUDENTS
May be eligible for a range of academic accommodations.
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5 芦 Accommodation 禄 |
FACULTY
Are responsible for implementing accommodations to students who are approved by DSS. |
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STUDENTS
Depending upon the nature of their disabilities, may be entitled to extended time.
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6 芦 Exams 禄 |
FACULTY
Should be aware that students are not entitled to unlimited time on exams. |
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STUDENTS
Depending upon the of their disabilities, may be entitled to peer notetaking.
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7 芦 Note taking 禄 |
FACULTY
Should aid in the process by soliciting able notetakers early in the term. |
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STUDENTS
With disabilities are guaranteed certain rights under federal law.
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8 芦 Rights 禄 |
FACULTY
Should be familiar with the process for requesting Disability Support Services.
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STUDENTS
Should follow policy, and try to solve issues with their professors first.
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9 芦 Grievances 禄 |
FACULTY
Should follow the policy for resolving issues. |
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Office of Disability Support Services
Encourages NWC STUDENTS to inquire about Disability Support Services, and serves as initial decision maker in the accommodation process..
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10 芦 Advocacy 禄 |
Office of Disability Support Services Encourages NWC FACULTY to inquire about Disability Support Services, and serves as a resource for faculty during the accommodation process. |
HEATH Resource Center
2121 K Street, N.W., Suite 220
Washington, D.C. 20037
Contact
Jennifer Cannizzaro | Disability Support & Student Success Program Specialist | jennifer.cannizzaro@nwc.edu | 307-754-6135