In the case of snow fall, the University identifies priority routes for snow removal. Access to some buildings may be delayed in the event of severe weather. Many courses at the University of Montana-Missoula occur outside the traditional classroom or laboratory, and many programs require the completion of such courses as part of the standard curriculum. When a student asks us to do so, DSS provides reasonable accommodations such as readers, scribes, Sign Language interpreters, assistive technology, and other emanuances. DSS covers the costs of some of these accommodations, and arranges cost-sharing with state vocational rehabilitation for others when the student is eligible for that program.
Many accommodations are no-cost, and can be provided on site.
For example, desks can be raised by blocks of wood to permit use from a wheelchair, work station lighting can be modified, and other no-cost accommodations can be provided upon request. At no time does a student pay fees for reasonable accommodations. However, personal services such as personal care attendants, drivers, etc. are the responsibility of the student. The student arranges a practicum, internship, field trip or field experience or overseas study program through their instructor, advisor, professional school or other appropriate division of the University. If accommodations are likely to be required, the student must make the request.