Western State College of Colorado

DISABILITY SERVICES HANDBOOK 2008 - 2009

Introduction

Western State College is committed to providing equal educational opportunity for persons with disabilities in accordance with the Nondiscrimination Policy of the College and in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. In support of its commitment to provide equal educational opportunity, Western State College provides a variety of services and accommodations to students with disabilities.

This handbook provides an overview of the disability support services available at Western and describes the procedures that students must follow to access services and receive accommodations. Students, faculty, and staff have a shared responsibility for ensuring that the College meets its legal requirement to provide an equal educational opportunity to its students. Students with disabilities are responsible for notifying faculty and staff of their needs in a timely manner. Faculty and staff should keep students with disabilities in mind when making arrangements for employment, courses, programs, services, and activities. The Disability Services (DS) staff coordinates services, provides reasonable accommodations, and serves as a resource for students, faculty, and staff.

If you have questions or concerns regarding disability support services, we encourage you to contact the DS staff.

This handbook is designed to serve as a quick reference to information and resources that may be useful in addressing the issue of equal access for students with disabilities attending Western State College. It is not intended to create or modify the legal requirements of federal or state laws or WSC policy, and it is not a part of any contractual or other legal obligation of the College.

This Handbook is available in alternate formats upon request from the Disability Services office.

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