Specific course information must be given to DS each semester. The student should also schedule a meeting with each professor to discuss specific arrangements such as note takers, alternative testing environment and extended time for exams. Accommodations are determined on an individual basis. To ensure availability of interpreters for course work, a student is strongly encouraged to request services at least one month in advance. A student may request a volunteer note taker for classroom assistance.
Carbon paper is provided for note takers upon request.
A Closed-Captioning Device may be checked out on an overnight basis. It is recommended that requests for the use of the closed-captioning device be made as far in advance as possible. Due to various needs involved with using an FM System, requests should be made to DS as far in advance as possible. Systems available include freestanding systems coupled with personal aids.