Examples of Accommodations

Examples of accommodations may include:

  • Extended time for exams or assignments
  • Accessible course materials (e.g., captions, alternative formats)
  • Note-taking support or assistive technology
  • Flexible attendance considerations when appropriate

Accommodations are individualized and based on documented needs. They are intended to reduce barriers — not alter course requirements or learning outcomes.

How Student Accommodations Are Implemented

Students register with Disability Resources, and the unit evaluates the requests. Once accommodations are approved, students receive documentation that they share with instructors.

Faculty are responsible for implementing approved accommodations in their courses in a timely and consistent manner.

Open communication between students and instructors is encouraged to ensure accommodations are understood and effectively applied.

Learn more on the get academic accomodations page.

Responsibilities for Student Accommodations

Accessibility and accommodations are a shared responsibility across the university. Different roles have distinct responsibilities:

Students:

  • Register with Disability Resources and request accommodations
  • Communicate accommodation needs to instructors
  • Engage in the process and follow established procedures

Faculty and Instructors:

  • Review and implement approved accommodations
  • Maintain confidentiality of student information
  • Communicate with students and Disability Resources as needed
  • Ensure course materials and activities are accessible where possible

Staff and Administrators:

  • Support accessible services and environments
  • Coordinate with Disability Resources when accessibility questions arise
  • Incorporate accessibility into planning and service delivery

Working with Disability Resources

Collaboration with Disability Resources is key to ensuring effective and consistent support for students. Avoid making independent decisions about student accommodations, seek guidance when unsure how to implement an accommodation, and notify Disability Resources if there are challenges or concerns with implementation.