Office of Accessibility Services
WELCOME TO THE OFFICE OF ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES!
Why contact the Office of Accessibility Services?
The Office of Accessibility Services provides reasonable accommodations to all students with:
Disability
For Disability requests- please review the Disability Documentation Standards here and then please review and complete the Disability Reasonable Request form found here. Please return completed forms to the Office of Accessibility.
Temporary Conditions
For Temporary conditions- please review and complete the request form found here.
Pregnancy and Postpartum Status
For Pregnancy/ Post Partum- requests please review and complete the request form found here.
Extended time on individual assignments: The student is granted the maximum allowed extended time of 48 hours from the original due date to complete and submit individual assignments. The extended time does not cover discussion questions, calendar days for exams, SOAP notes, virtual immersions, virtual simulations, any group assignments, or any assignment that has peer interaction. Additionally, all assignments must be submitted by the end of the term. Any extension past the end of the term no longer is an accommodation, but falls under the University's Incomplete Policy found in the Catalog.
Religious Observances
For Religious Requests- please review and complete the request form found here.
Title IX: Pregnancy and Postpartum Support Information Flyer
Pregnancy and Postpartum Support Information Flyer
Wellness Resources
Students in crisis are encouraged to seek help. If facing an emergency, call 911. Below is a list of national helplines and crisis centers that students can contact:
Virtual Counseling & Telehealth
Find licensed therapists online through trusted directories.
Mayo Clinic Healthy Lifestyle
Expert guidance on nutrition, fitness, and overall wellness.
NIH Emotional Wellness Toolkit
Tips for managing emotions, mindfulness techniques, stress reduction, sleep, and coping with loss and grief.
NIH Physical Wellness Toolkit
Six strategies with simple reminders and practices for improving your physical health.
How to Train a Happy Mind
Free YouTube podcast on meditation and leading a happy, meaningful life. Listen while you exercise, study, or relax.
CDC Healthy Eating Tips
Nutrition guidance including tips for picky eaters, building healthy routines, and finding healthier options at the grocery store.
Veterans' Crisis Line
24/7 support hotline for Veterans and their loved ones. Call, text, or chat.
Disaster Distress Helpline
Call or text 1-800-985-5990 (24/7); Para español, oprima el número “2”
National Hunger Hotline
English: 1-866-348-6479\n(M-F 7:00am to 10:00pm EST)\n\n\nEspañol: 1-877-842-6273\n(M-F 7:00am to 10:00pm EST)
Virtual Counseling & Telehealth Options
Students who need assistance are encouraged to reach out to Accessibility Services to begin the process for accommodations.
Email: accessibility@usuniversity.edu
For more information, visit the University Catalog.