The ADA is the reason why many schools have elevators and access ramps, automatic doors, and braille on school signs. However, many students still find it difficult to get the accommodations they need to fully participate in their degree programs, despite the laws in place. Accessibility varies widely depending on the school and a student's needs. While most colleges have a disability services office and are accessible in theory, students still recount difficulties accessing adequate accommodations. Others, such as the University of Wisconsin at Whitewater, make a more concerted effort to offer equitable education options. "The entire campus is geared toward accommodating students who declare disabilities," said Jo Anne Oravec, a Wisconsin professor and researcher on disability studies. "The disability declaration process at UW-Whitewater is non-stigmatizing and we have staff with extensive expertise in the area." Other schools may offer programs for students with different learning needs, and a handful are solely dedicated to these students. Landmark College in Vermont, for example, is designed for students with learning disabilities, ADHD, and autism. "The upshot of all this is that students should do some research prior to entering a school [to find out] whether it has the institutional culture and orientation that make for an appropriate level of accommodation for them," Oravec said.