Student Resources

Disability Resource Center

Explore our resources to find information about campus resources that may be helpful to you beyond your accommodations and supplemental information and external resources on a wide range of disability identities. On this page, you’ll find information about affiliating with the DRC, Campus and Community Resources and broader Disability Identity Resources.

Aerial of the UNC campus in the spring time.

Affiliating With the DRC

Review the process for requesting and receiving academic and/or housing accommodations through the Disability Resource Center.

Campus and Community Resources

Disability Identity Resources

  • http://www.washington.edu/doit – Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking, and Technology site. Includes programs to promote the use of technology to maximize the independence, productivity and participation of people with disabilities.
  • www.add.org – Official site of the national attention deficit association. Covers topics such as school, research, treatment, family issues, and personal stories.
  • www.chadd.org – CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is the nation’s leading non-profit organization serving individuals with ADHD and their families.
  • http://add.about.com – This is a very comprehensive site that is full of great information. You can find articles for parents, adults and children with ADD.
  • www.aspergers.com – Receive information dealing with Asperger’s, including symptoms and diagnosing.
  • http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org – Provides information and tips from how to talk to your doctor to health and wellness for individuals with Epilepsy.
  • http://www.cancer.org – The American Cancer Society created an information hub for individuals with many different types of cancers.
  • http://www.cerebralpalsyguide.com – shares educational materials to families and individuals affected by cerebral palsy, including information about different therapies, treatment options, and financial resources.
  • http://www.bu.edu/cpr – Home site for the center for psychiatric rehabilitation. You will find information on recovering and dealing with a psychiatric disability.
  • http://www.nimh.nih.gov – The National Institute of Mental Health site includes fact sheets for a wide variety of psychiatric disabilities.
  • http://www.lighthouse.org – A resource for those with vision impairment, includes interesting articles and resources. Available in Text Only version for screen readers.
  • http://www.acb.org – Official website for the American Council for the Blind. Includes articles, resources, job listings, legislative and news information. Screen reader friendly.
  • http://www.nfb.org – Official website for the National Federation of the Blind. Includes a variety of articles, resources, and current information. Screen reader friendly.

Syllabus Statements

The University of Northern Colorado values disability as an aspect of diversity and is committed to access and inclusion in our courses. Your syllabus is an important place to convey information about accessibility and inclusive teaching practices, as well as information about seeking and using disability accommodations. The following three syllabus statements are available for you to select from to incorporate and customize in your syllabus, depending on what best fits for you. If you are interested in further enhancing accessibility and inclusion in your course, this resource on Teaching for Inclusion & Equity may be a valuable starting place.

At UNC, we value disability as a reflection of human diversity and are committed to creating accessible, inclusive learning environments. The Disability Resource Center (DRC) is the campus office that works with students to explore reasonable accommodations and access strategies.

If you are already registered with the DRC and have an accommodation letter, please share it with me as soon as possible so we can discuss how your accommodations will be implemented in this course. The earlier you connect with me, the better I can support your learning.

If you are not yet connected with the DRC but are experiencing disability-related barriers to learning, such as related to mental health, learning, chronic health, sensory, or physical conditions, you can reach out to them at:
Disability Resource Center | 970-351-2289 | drc@unco.edu | Michener L-80 | www.unco.edu/disability-resource-center

For short-term needs (e.g., injury or illness), I may be able to assist, or I can refer you to the DRC for additional support.

My goal is to co-create a learning space that is inclusive and responsive to your access needs. If you anticipate or experience barriers to full participation in this course for any reason, please connect with me. Whether it’s related to course design, content delivery, or materials, I welcome that dialogue.

If you are connected with the Disability Resource Center (DRC), please share your accommodation letter early so we can plan together.

If you are not yet connected but would like to explore accommodations or access resources, you can contact:
Disability Resource Center | 970-351-2289 | drc@unco.edu | Michener L-80 | www.unco.edu/disability-resource-center

I am committed to cultivating a classroom environment rooted in inclusion, care, and access. We each bring unique strengths and experiences to this course, and I believe our learning deepens when everyone feels a sense of belonging.

If the structure of this course, our learning activities, or your lived circumstances create barriers to access or participation, please reach out to me early. I welcome that conversation with openness and care.

If you are connected with the Disability Resource Center (DRC), please share your accommodation letter as soon as possible so we can partner on access. If you are not yet connected and want to explore whether accommodations might support your learning, you can reach out at:
Disability Resource Center | 970-351-2289 | drc@unco.edu | Michener L-80 | www.unco.edu/disability-resource-center