D(d)eaf/Hard of Hearing Services

The Disability Resource Center coordinates communication access for Deaf and hard-of-hearing members of the UNC campus community — including students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

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Request Communication Access Services

Interpreting/CART Request Form

Available Services

The DRC coordinates the following communication access provisions:

  • American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreting
  • Computer-Aided Real-Time Transcription (CART)
  • Closed Captioning

Requests can be made for any UNC-sponsored event, course, or activity — including but not limited to classes, theater performances, student organization events, and meetings with faculty or staff.

How to Request Communication Access for an Event or Meeting

  • Complete the Service Request Form.
    • Submit your request at least three business days in advance.
    • While last-minute requests are not guaranteed, we will make every effort to fulfill them.
    • Requests are not reviewed during university closures, including holidays and breaks.

Important Notes

  • For events hosted at UNC by outside organizations, the event sponsor is responsible for providing communication access.
  • For off-campus events, access services are typically arranged by the sponsoring organization.
  • The DRC does not coordinate interpreting or captioning for purely social events that are not university-sponsored.

How to Request Interpreting/CART for Your Class

Questions? Get in touch:

Disability Resource Center

We work together with the entire campus community to eliminate barriers, increase accessibility, and foster inclusive environments through education, resources, and personalized support.