Student Rights & Responsibilities

You have the right to:

Receive appropriate accommodations in a timely manner from faculty or DS after following proper registration procedures.
Have the opportunity to meet privately with faculty to discuss needed accommodations and any other concerns.
Please keep in mind that DS is the only office designated to review disability-related documentation and determine eligibility for appropriate accommodations.
Appeal decisions regarding accommodations and auxiliary aids. For more information, see the DS Student Handbook.

Go to the instructor’s office hours or make an appointment with the instructor to facilitate privacy when requesting accommodations.

To initiate request for specific accommodations in a timely manner, preferably earlier in the semester.
To follow procedures with faculty and DS in order to get the appropriate accommodations. An Examination Request Form must be submitted for every exam taken in DS’s testing lab.
To inform DS of the materials you need in alternate format as soon as possible.
To notify faculty/DS immediately when an accommodation is not being provided completely or correctly.
To notify faculty/DS immediately when a decision has been made to not use an accommodation or the accommodation is no longer needed.
To provide for your own personal living needs or other personal disability-related needs. For example, coordinating services of personal care attendants or requiring homework assistance are a student’s responsibilities and not the responsibilities of DS.

Act as your own advocate. Work with counselors on developing advocacy skills and communicating your specific needs and accommodations to faculty.