Disability Resources
Disabled Student Handbook
Our academic programs include significant numbers of students with disabilities who comprise nearly one-third of the master's students and one-fourth of the doctoral students. This online handbook is updated regularly to provide current information on a variety of resources available to disabled students on campus.
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UIC Office for Students with Disabilities
UIC strives to maintain a barrier-free environment so that students with disabilities can fully access classes, programs, services and other campus activities. The Office of Disability Services facilitates access for students through consultation with faculty and campus departments, and the provision of reasonable accommodations.
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Accessibility at DHD
- DHD Access Committee addresses on-going accommodation issues for students, faculty and staff with disabilities
- Designated areas and equipment are available within the building to support students with disabilities including rest/quiet areas, equipment storage, computer lab with assistive technology, and accessible information technology such as copy machines, TTY's and a scanner
- Departmental policy mandates accessible meetings and classrooms
- Orientation policy is to incorporate disability-related information for new students
- Staff training is conducted regarding accommodations for faculty, staff, and students with disabilities
- Assistive Technology Unit staff are available for consultation regarding accommodations
- Great Lakes ADA Center staff are available for consultation regarding obligations for accommodations and legal requirements