This is done on an individual basis and often involves consultation with the faculty member if there are concerns regarding a particular course or exam. The instructor, department, and Disability Services work together to provide appropriate exam administration. In cases where the instructor is not able to make these arrangements, Disability Services will oversee exam administration and provide scribes, proctors, Braille formats, etc. Most students with disabilities are able to use DUCK CALL or on-line registration independently. Assistance is provided in the registration process for those with severe hearing, dexterity, or visual problems.
Some students are eligible for priority registration.
This allows enough time for the Registrar's Office to schedule room changes when necessary because of physical access problems and for any complex issues to be addressed. Specialized Equipment Specialized equipment is available for qualified students to use. This equipment includes tape recorders, a TTY, a Braille map of the University, talking calculator and dictionary. Personal FM systems amplify sound and are useful to some students in large class settings where background noise can interfere with the effectiveness of a standard hearing aid. Alpha smarts allow students to take notes using a keyboard and later download to a computer.