The Office of Disability Services
Accommodating Our Student Body
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Message from the Director Thank you for visiting our page! Please know that TSU and the Office of Disability Services (ODS) remain committed to our mission and the high level of service we provide to you, our registered students. We will continue to deliver our services both face-to-face and virtually, utilizing both Zoom and Microsoft Teams. We are dedicated to facilitating full access and providing a welcoming environment for all students. The ODS staff is ready and available to serve you. Monday - Friday 8:00a - 4:30p. To schedule an appointment with your Coordinator, please send an email (the preferred method), log into our Virtual Office, or give us a call. |
Academic Accommodation Requests
All academic accommodations must be approved by the Office of Disability Services. To receive academic accommodations students must self-identify and complete the intake process as well as provide the appropriate documentation (please see the documentation requirement forms under the picture to your right.). Students that are previously registered must keep in mind that even if a previous approved accommodation is on file, the student will need to submit a request for academic accommodations during each semester of attendance in order to continue to receive accommodations. We strongly suggest that students submit their request form for academic accommodations at the beginning of each semester. Please be advised that some courses may only be offered in an online format, either synchronous or asynchronous, which means if a student registers for an online course, the accommodations may need to be adjusted depending on the documented disability. Therefore, ODS will need to be notified as soon as possible of any modification to the course schedule. In addition, if a professor has any questions about the classroom and/or testing accommodations or how the accommodation(s) may be implemented, please ask the professor to contact ODS Coordinator for additional information. In addition to the Office of Disability Services, students have access to various academic support systems, including the Academic Achievement and Retention Center (AARC) , which is home to the Writing, Reading, and Math Centers, Tiger Tutoring and P.A.S.S. Tutoring. These resources are designed to assist students in their academic pursuits.
Special Housing Accommodation RequestsPlease be advised that single rooms are reserved for individuals with specific living needs. The housing accommodation process considers access for living purposes only and not for other aspects of the college experience, such as studying. In general, diagnoses such as ADD/ADHD or Specific Learning Disability do not lend themselves to single-room accommodations. A single room cannot guarantee a quiet environment. There are many options on campus where a student can study in an environment suitable for one's situation. We will evaluate each request on a case-by-case basis. (See the Special Housing Request hyperlink to the right for more detailed information) * Also, please note applications and documents received after Special Housing deadlines may affect any assignment provided.
Our MissionMission: The Office of Disability Services (ODS) is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to students with documented impairments in order to ensure full access to the university's programs, activities, and services. ODS staff assists registered students in building skills and techniques to become effective self-advocates in order to succeed academically. ODS staff also advocate for and promote an accessible university environment for students with disabilities, as well as provides faculty support in the classroom, and assistive technology when required.
The Office of Disability Services' responsibilities includes coordinating university-wide services for students with documented disabilities. These services include, but are not limited to:
To register for services, the student must:
Frequently Asked Questions:
No, all student accommodations must follow the Office of Disability Services process in order to obtain an approved accommodation memorandum/letter.
You first must be admitted to Tennessee State University. Once admitted, you will need to complete an ODS Intake Form and meet with an ODS Coordinator. For more details, click the link to the right on "How do I request Accommodations?" LEARN MOREThe Office of Disability Services can help students and instructors address any questions or concerns about reasonable accommodation(s) - Contact ODS
The United Spinal Association has a publication on Tips for Interacting with People with Disabilities - general etiquette guidelines:http://www.unitedspinal.org/disability-etiquette/ Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID), has an extensive guide on considerations and suggested classroom practices for teaching students with disabilities: http://www.rit.edu/studentaffairs/disabilityservices/info.php
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How Do I Request Accommodations? Register for Services (Download Intake form) Documentation Requirements
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