While many people may not give a second thought to tasks such as opening a door or climbing stairs, there are many who must. According to Bruce Gillis, administrative assistant for the DSO, there are approximately 110 to 125 students, faculty or staff members who get service from the access office each year. Even though a building is accessible, rooms aren't necessarily accessible. Tammy Wilber said buildings and rooms are not the only accessibility problem. Other troublesome areas can include places with no curb cuts or doors that don't have an electric opener.
Parking is a big problem, too.
Wilber said parking spots being taken illegally is another issue the organization hopes to see rectified. We're not going to be quiet about this. The Disabilities Student Organization, which is located in MUB Room 145, plays an important role on campus. It offers peer support and advocacy for students with disabilities, Gillis said. General information and specialized information help is also available through the organization.