DAS Responsibilities

Disability Access Services (DAS) Rights and Responsibilities regarding Disability Accommodations

The institution and DAS staff have the following rights and responsibilities:

• Inform the student of the process for obtaining and maintaining services
• Collect, evaluate, and house disability documentation for student
• Determine student eligibility for accommodations. The institution reserves the right to determine the appropriateness of submitted documentation and requests for accommodation(s) on a case-by-case basis, utilizing the professional judgment of the Disability Services staff. Additional information may be requested to determine eligibility for services.
• Collaborate with student and instructor to determine and arrange appropriate accommodations for assessments and courses
• Advocate needs, rights, & responsibilities of students
• Make referrals, for on campus and within the community) and act as a liaison for the student

Relevant information regarding the student's disability may be shared with those who have a legitimate educational interest

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