Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 No otherwise qualified handicapped individual in the United States shall solely by reason of his handicap, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program of activity receiving federal financial assistance. The Office of Disability Services acts as an advocate for students with disabilities, but also encourages students to understand their rights and responsibilities as they develop independence and take part in campus life. All students with documented disabilities are eligible for services. A qualified person with a disability is defined as one who meets the requisite academic standard necessary for admission or participation in a college s programs and activities. Choosing a college is one of the most important decisions you make in life.
All students have questions about their ability to succeed and graduate.
These concerns, as well as concerns about accommodations, can be even more pressing for students with disabilities. The primary goal of the ODs is to ensure that students with disabilities have equal access to all programs, both academic and extracurricular, thus increasing the opportunity for success. The Office is available to coordinate and provide a variety of services based on the student s individualized needs. The ODs is centrally located in the Lower Level of the Albert E. Manley College Center, Room 101.