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Office of Disabilities and Accessibility Services (ODAS)
Through the provision of academic support services focused on promoting self-advocacy, resourcefulness, and independence, Woodbury’s Office of Disabilities and Accessibility Services (ODAS) strives to support, empower, and integrate students with disabilities into all aspects of campus life to help them access a comprehensive University experience.
As part of Academic Affairs, ODAS works collaboratively with other departments, programs, and teaching faculty to ensure that students are integrated and supported in all aspects of campus life in order to have a positive and comprehensive university experience.
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Woodbury’s Commitment to Accessibility and Student Success
Woodbury University is committed to providing students of all abilities access to all programs, services, and activities as mandated by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (“504”) and
the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”).
Woodbury’s Office of Disabilities and Accessibility Services (ODAS) strives to create an accessible and inclusive campus experience by not only providing necessary accommodations for equal access to academic programs but also implementing innovative ways to support students with disabilities.
ODAS’s mission reflects Woodbury’s overarching goal of empowering student success and its commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
REDUCING THE STIGMA OF DISABILITY
You are not alone!
According to the National Center for Education Statistics, 19% of undergraduate and 12% of graduate students report having a disability.
The actual number of students in college with a disability is estimated to be higher, based on underreporting.
At Woodbury, we strive to promote campuswide disability awareness, increase visibility of disability supports, and facilitate a culture of inclusion.
ODAS’s work supports Woodbury’s mission by focusing on purposeful student engagement and ensuring that all of our processes, services, and environment are accessible and enrich the student experience.
Accommodating Students with Disabilities
Disability is defined by the ADA as “a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities, a record of such an impairment or being regarded as having such an impairment.” There is no definitive listing of covered impairments.
Woodbury follows current legal standards and national best practices in determining whether a student has a disability.
Who may need ODAS’s support?
Students who:
Previously had an accommodations plan in their prior college or community college
Had an IEP or a 504 Plan in high school
Have a diagnosis such as Autism or ADHD
Have a mental health diagnosis or a medical condition
Experience new or ongoing medical conditions that impact their daily life and school access
What types of academic accommodations may be available?
Accommodations are based on alleviating specific, identified barriers to access based on the individual student’s needs, and what is provided to one student may not be appropriate or necessary for another.
The following list is provided as examples of possible accommodations:
Extended time on testing
Alternative setting for testing
Alternative format textbooks for materials
Note-taker support through assistive technology software
Permission to audio-record lectures
Breaks as needed
Access to instructor notes or slides
Assistive listening devices
Extended time on individual assignments
Are housing accommodations available?
Non-academic accommodations are modifications that allow students equal access to all campus services, programs, activities, and facilities. These accommodations may include housing accommodations such as single room assignment or permission to have an Emotional Support Animal (ESA).
Students should refer to current housing policies and ODAS procedures for further information regarding accommodations in on-campus housing.
The process of securing housing is separate, and determination of a housing accommodation does not guarantee a spot in the dorms.
Students are encouraged to apply for housing early.
It is the student’s responsibility to provide information and documentation through the interactive process to support the need for the specific housing accommodation requested.
To request a housing accommodations, students must follow the same procedures and documentation requirements as noted below.
Students may not bring an ESA into the dorm until a determination is made by ODAS as to the necessity of the ESA for disability-related reasons.
Accommodations Procedures
Woodbury grants reasonable accommodations when required to ensure equal access to students with disabilities.
An accommodation is an adjustment or modification that allows for equal opportunity for academic or physical access.
Reasonable accommodations are determined by ODAS after an interactive process that involves submission of necessary documentation and an intake meeting during which the Director of ODAS seeks to gain an in-depth understanding of the functional impact of the disability.
All decisions are made on a case-by-case basis.
Steps to Request Accommodations
1. Start the Process
Incoming or current students may reach out to ODAS directly or may be referred by faculty or other departments.
Initial contact is helpful for students to find out more about the process and about available support.
ODAS may be contacted at
[email protected]
or 818-394-3345.
2. Complete Paperwork and Submit Documentation
It is the student’s responsibility to disclose a disability and to provide additional information through documentation and the interactive process to seek accommodations.
Students must complete an online form to provide more information and provide additional documentation as necessary.
Medical or psychological documentation should be reasonably current, include a diagnosis, and describe the functional impact of the disability in an educational setting.
Woodbury follows the AHEAD national guidelines for documentation requirements.
Incoming and current students may contact
[email protected]
for the request form for accomidations.
3. Intake Meeting
The intake appointment is a 1:1 meeting between the student and the ODAS Director, and is a central part of the interactive process.
The intake meeting involves discussion of the functional impact of the disability on the educational experience, review of provided information, and discussion of necessary and appropriate reasonable accommodations if applicable.
4. ODAS Decision
The ODAS Director makes the determination regarding whether the student is eligible for accommodations.
This decision may be made during the meeting or after if additional time to review information is needed.
Students are informed of the final determination, and have a right to appeal if applicable.
5. Notice of Accommodations
A Notice of Academic Accommodation Letter (NAAL) is produced to document the reasonable accommodations in place.
The NAAL is provided, with student consent, to instructors for all courses in which the student is enrolled.
General Documentation Guidelines
Woodbury’s Office of Disabilities and Accessibility Services (ODAS) has adopted documentation guidelines that recognize changes in society’s understanding of disability, the impact of the 2008 amendments to the ADA, the updated regulations and guidance to Titles II and III of the ADA, and current nationally recognized best practices.
In keeping with accepted best practices, Woodbury’s documentation guidelines comport with the recommended guidelines from the Association of Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD).
Read the Guidelines
Woodbury follows the full guidelines available from AHEAD and ensures that its documentation guidelines reflect current legal standards, regulations, and best practices.
Woodbury strives to ensure that its documentation processes are not burdensome and do not have the effect of discouraging students from seeking protections and accommodations to which they are entitled.
Acceptable forms of documentation
Within the interactive process, all relevant information is considered.
Consistent with the AHEAD guidelines, the following forms of documentation are acceptable:
Student’s self-report:
The student is considered a vital source of information regarding how he or she may be “limited by impairment.”
Students have the opportunity to provide a full narrative of their experiences of disability, barriers, and effective and ineffective accommodations through the interactive process.
Student’s self-report is documented as part of the information in the request and intake process.
Observation and interaction:
Documentation by disability professionals of impressions and conclusions formed during interviews, conversations, and review of available information is considered an important part of evaluating a student’s need for accommodations.
Information from external or third parties:
Documentation from external sources may include educational or medical records, reports, and assessments created by health care providers, school psychologists, teachers, or the educational system.
External documentation may vary in its relevance depending on the original context, credentials of the evaluator, the level of detail provided, and the comprehensiveness of the report.
All forms of documentation are mined for pertinent information.
Students requesting accommodations are encouraged to provide the most current and thorough medical, educational, psychological or therapeutic records available to support their request.
If it is determined that additional information is necessary to ascertain the extent of the disability or the need for reasonable accommodations, ODAS may require additional documentation.
Limitations on Accommodations
Accommodations are not retroactive. This means that students who are not registered with ODAS will not be granted retakes of past exams and/or assignments based on newly verified disabilities.
The institution is not required to make academic adjustments that would substantially change the fundamental nature of the program.
Therefore, accommodations that fundamentally alter the program or course in question will not be granted.
Accommodations are designed to ensure access, but all students still must meet the essential requirements of their programs, majors, and courses of study.
An accommodation that may have been appropriate in another setting may not be appropriate at Woodbury.
Accommodation decisions are made on a case-by-case basis considering all information in the interactive process and considering what is necessary and reasonable for student’s courses in order to ensure access.
Grievance Procedures
Students who disagree with determinations made by ODAS, including determinations about documentation and the initial intake process, have the right to appeal such decisions in writing.
All appeals are to be timely submitted in writing to ODAS, and the ODAS Director will promptly notify the Student at that time of the process for the appeal.
The appeal will be decided by an appropriate University official.
Students with concerns about potential disability-based discrimination may also contact the United States Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, 50 United Nations Plaza, San Francisco, California 94102, 415.486.5555, or by email at
[email protected]
.
Innovative Supports for Students with Disabilities and Neurodiverse Learners
At Woodbury, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every student’s unique abilities and aspirations are celebrated, and where student success is supported through innovative programs and services.
All Woodbury students have access to robust supports to enhance their success on their academic journey.
ODAS provides tailored interventions to registered students, oversees innovative programming initiatives, and helps to facilitate access for students with disabilities to campus supports.
Supports Offered by ODAS
Students registered with ODAS have access to:
1:1 Coaching and Skill-Building sessions on an as-needed basis
Study Hall with support for accountability and development of study habits
Workshops to support the transition to college and academic success
Individual support to develop a plan for success when students fall behind
Scaffolding of supports to enhance self-advocacy skills
Student Assistants for Success Program
The Student Assistants for Success (“SAS”) Program is an innovative, one-of-a-kind academic support model with foundations in research-based methods such as supplemental instruction and embedded tutoring.
SAS provides embedded, targeted support for studio-based courses in School of Architecture and MCD majors.
Woodbury is the only art and design institution providing embedded academic support specifically for studio-based courses.
We understand that the transition to college is challenging, and that the demands of studio-intensive majors are unique.
Designed with a focus on supporting neurodiverse learners in studio-based courses, but available and effective for all students, our SAS program is specially tailored to address those challenges and demands head-on.
Research-informed, student-centered and data-driven program that is unique to Woodbury
Provides embedded support in targeted programs with a focus on supporting foundational studio-based courses
Incorporated effective methodologies for supporting neurodiverse learners
Includes specific support sessions outside of class time for support with skill development and assignment completion
Proven to improve outcomes and student success in critical foundational courses
Designed to scaffold support in order to prepare students for independent learning and success in upper division courses
The Social Seminar – coming this year!
A new program coming to Woodbury in the 2025-2026 academic year,
The Social Seminar
is a 14-week, small-group program designed to help Woodbury students build essential social skills that are key to success in both college and beyond. Through weekly discussions, interactive activities, and real-world skill-building, students will focus on making connections, managing group dynamics, engaging in meaningful conversations, and building lasting friendships. These skills—critical for thriving in classrooms, team projects, and career settings—form the “unwritten curriculum” of college life. Whether you’re new to Woodbury, identify as neurodivergent, or simply looking to strengthen your social confidence,
The Social Seminar
offers a supportive, inclusive space to grow and succeed.
This exclusive social skills program has limited availability, and students must sign up in advance and commit to attending the weekly sessions.
The Social Seminar is a student-centered service that draws from research-based methods and is offered to our students at no additional cost!
For more information contact the Office of Disabilities and Accessibility Services at:
[email protected]
Career Services for Students with Disabilities
Building Careers, Breaking Barriers
At Woodbury, we understand that students do not end their journey at graduation, and we are here to support student goals beyond the classroom.
ODAS and the Career Services Office collaborate to provide innovative and individualized supports for students and alumni with disabilities.
These services may include:
Appointments with both the ODAS Director and the Career Services Coordinator for career exploration, preparation, and job seeking support
Information about career planning resources and job search sites specific for job seekers with disabilities
Career exploration assessment tools
Workshops on topics such as disclosing a disability and requesting accommodations
Individual sessions on topics relevant to career success
Access to Other Supports
ODAS can help facilitate access for students with disabilities to other student supports on campus.
Research shows that neurodiverse students and other students with disabilities benefit from access to supports like peer mentoring and tutoring, but may be less likely to seek those supports out on their own.
Our support for the development of self-advocacy skills includes helping students become more proactive and independent in accessing the resources available to them.
We can facilitate access, make referrals, and help students develop an independent plan for setting up appointments for services such as:
Tutoring in math, science, architecture, and other subjects through the Tutoring Center
Tutoring and assistance with academic writing and executive functioning skills through the Writing Center
Assistance in acclimating to college and the development of study skills through Peer Mentors
Mental health support through Counseling Services or other resources
More Information about ODAS
Have a question about accommodations, supports, or accessibility on campus? Contact ODAS at
[email protected]
or call 818-394-3345.
ODAS is located in the Whitten Student Center, and students may drop in or make appointments during regular office hours.
Woodbury utilizes the Accommodate software system for accommodations requests and to manage renewal of accommodations each semester.
New requests can be made within this system.
Make A Request
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Services for Students with Disabilities
Office of Disabilities and Accessibility Services (ODAS)
Through the provision of academic support services focused on promoting self-advocacy, resourcefulness, and independence, Woodbury’s Office of Disabilities and Accessibility Services (ODAS) strives to support, empower, and integrate students with disabilities into all aspects of campus life to help them access a comprehensive University experience.
As part of Academic Affairs, ODAS works collaboratively with other departments, programs, and teaching faculty to ensure that students are integrated and supported in all aspects of campus life in order to have a positive and comprehensive university experience.
woodbury sign
Woodbury’s Commitment to Accessibility and Student Success
Woodbury University is committed to providing students of all abilities access to all programs, services, and activities as mandated by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (“504”) and
the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”).
Woodbury’s Office of Disabilities and Accessibility Services (ODAS) strives to create an accessible and inclusive campus experience by not only providing necessary accommodations for equal access to academic programs but also implementing innovative ways to support students with disabilities.
ODAS’s mission reflects Woodbury’s overarching goal of empowering student success and its commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
REDUCING THE STIGMA OF DISABILITY
You are not alone!
According to the National Center for Education Statistics, 19% of undergraduate and 12% of graduate students report having a disability.
The actual number of students in college with a disability is estimated to be higher, based on underreporting.
At Woodbury, we strive to promote campuswide disability awareness, increase visibility of disability supports, and facilitate a culture of inclusion.
ODAS’s work supports Woodbury’s mission by focusing on purposeful student engagement and ensuring that all of our processes, services, and environment are accessible and enrich the student experience.
Accommodating Students with Disabilities
Disability is defined by the ADA as “a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities, a record of such an impairment or being regarded as having such an impairment.” There is no definitive listing of covered impairments.
Woodbury follows current legal standards and national best practices in determining whether a student has a disability.
Who may need ODAS’s support?
Students who:
Previously had an accommodations plan in their prior college or community college
Had an IEP or a 504 Plan in high school
Have a diagnosis such as Autism or ADHD
Have a mental health diagnosis or a medical condition
Experience new or ongoing medical conditions that impact their daily life and school access
What types of academic accommodations may be available?
Accommodations are based on alleviating specific, identified barriers to access based on the individual student’s needs, and what is provided to one student may not be appropriate or necessary for another.
The following list is provided as examples of possible accommodations:
Extended time on testing
Alternative setting for testing
Alternative format textbooks for materials
Note-taker support through assistive technology software
Permission to audio-record lectures
Breaks as needed
Access to instructor notes or slides
Assistive listening devices
Extended time on individual assignments
Are housing accommodations available?
Non-academic accommodations are modifications that allow students equal access to all campus services, programs, activities, and facilities. These accommodations may include housing accommodations such as single room assignment or permission to have an Emotional Support Animal (ESA).
Students should refer to current housing policies and ODAS procedures for further information regarding accommodations in on-campus housing.
The process of securing housing is separate, and determination of a housing accommodation does not guarantee a spot in the dorms.
Students are encouraged to apply for housing early.
It is the student’s responsibility to provide information and documentation through the interactive process to support the need for the specific housing accommodation requested.
To request a housing accommodations, students must follow the same procedures and documentation requirements as noted below.
Students may not bring an ESA into the dorm until a determination is made by ODAS as to the necessity of the ESA for disability-related reasons.
Accommodations Procedures
Woodbury grants reasonable accommodations when required to ensure equal access to students with disabilities.
An accommodation is an adjustment or modification that allows for equal opportunity for academic or physical access.
Reasonable accommodations are determined by ODAS after an interactive process that involves submission of necessary documentation and an intake meeting during which the Director of ODAS seeks to gain an in-depth understanding of the functional impact of the disability.
All decisions are made on a case-by-case basis.
Steps to Request Accommodations
1. Start the Process
Incoming or current students may reach out to ODAS directly or may be referred by faculty or other departments.
Initial contact is helpful for students to find out more about the process and about available support.
ODAS may be contacted at
[email protected]
or 818-394-3345.
2. Complete Paperwork and Submit Documentation
It is the student’s responsibility to disclose a disability and to provide additional information through documentation and the interactive process to seek accommodations.
Students must complete an online form to provide more information and provide additional documentation as necessary.
Medical or psychological documentation should be reasonably current, include a diagnosis, and describe the functional impact of the disability in an educational setting.
Woodbury follows the AHEAD national guidelines for documentation requirements.
Incoming and current students may contact
[email protected]
for the request form for accomidations.
3. Intake Meeting
The intake appointment is a 1:1 meeting between the student and the ODAS Director, and is a central part of the interactive process.
The intake meeting involves discussion of the functional impact of the disability on the educational experience, review of provided information, and discussion of necessary and appropriate reasonable accommodations if applicable.
4. ODAS Decision
The ODAS Director makes the determination regarding whether the student is eligible for accommodations.
This decision may be made during the meeting or after if additional time to review information is needed.
Students are informed of the final determination, and have a right to appeal if applicable.
5. Notice of Accommodations
A Notice of Academic Accommodation Letter (NAAL) is produced to document the reasonable accommodations in place.
The NAAL is provided, with student consent, to instructors for all courses in which the student is enrolled.
General Documentation Guidelines
Woodbury’s Office of Disabilities and Accessibility Services (ODAS) has adopted documentation guidelines that recognize changes in society’s understanding of disability, the impact of the 2008 amendments to the ADA, the updated regulations and guidance to Titles II and III of the ADA, and current nationally recognized best practices.
In keeping with accepted best practices, Woodbury’s documentation guidelines comport with the recommended guidelines from the Association of Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD).
Read the Guidelines
Woodbury follows the full guidelines available from AHEAD and ensures that its documentation guidelines reflect current legal standards, regulations, and best practices.
Woodbury strives to ensure that its documentation processes are not burdensome and do not have the effect of discouraging students from seeking protections and accommodations to which they are entitled.
Acceptable forms of documentation
Within the interactive process, all relevant information is considered.
Consistent with the AHEAD guidelines, the following forms of documentation are acceptable:
Student’s self-report:
The student is considered a vital source of information regarding how he or she may be “limited by impairment.”
Students have the opportunity to provide a full narrative of their experiences of disability, barriers, and effective and ineffective accommodations through the interactive process.
Student’s self-report is documented as part of the information in the request and intake process.
Observation and interaction:
Documentation by disability professionals of impressions and conclusions formed during interviews, conversations, and review of available information is considered an important part of evaluating a student’s need for accommodations.
Information from external or third parties:
Documentation from external sources may include educational or medical records, reports, and assessments created by health care providers, school psychologists, teachers, or the educational system.
External documentation may vary in its relevance depending on the original context, credentials of the evaluator, the level of detail provided, and the comprehensiveness of the report.
All forms of documentation are mined for pertinent information.
Students requesting accommodations are encouraged to provide the most current and thorough medical, educational, psychological or therapeutic records available to support their request.
If it is determined that additional information is necessary to ascertain the extent of the disability or the need for reasonable accommodations, ODAS may require additional documentation.
Limitations on Accommodations
Accommodations are not retroactive. This means that students who are not registered with ODAS will not be granted retakes of past exams and/or assignments based on newly verified disabilities.
The institution is not required to make academic adjustments that would substantially change the fundamental nature of the program.
Therefore, accommodations that fundamentally alter the program or course in question will not be granted.
Accommodations are designed to ensure access, but all students still must meet the essential requirements of their programs, majors, and courses of study.
An accommodation that may have been appropriate in another setting may not be appropriate at Woodbury.
Accommodation decisions are made on a case-by-case basis considering all information in the interactive process and considering what is necessary and reasonable for student’s courses in order to ensure access.
Grievance Procedures
Students who disagree with determinations made by ODAS, including determinations about documentation and the initial intake process, have the right to appeal such decisions in writing.
All appeals are to be timely submitted in writing to ODAS, and the ODAS Director will promptly notify the Student at that time of the process for the appeal.
The appeal will be decided by an appropriate University official.
Students with concerns about potential disability-based discrimination may also contact the United States Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, 50 United Nations Plaza, San Francisco, California 94102, 415.486.5555, or by email at
[email protected]
.
Innovative Supports for Students with Disabilities and Neurodiverse Learners
At Woodbury, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every student’s unique abilities and aspirations are celebrated, and where student success is supported through innovative programs and services.
All Woodbury students have access to robust supports to enhance their success on their academic journey.
ODAS provides tailored interventions to registered students, oversees innovative programming initiatives, and helps to facilitate access for students with disabilities to campus supports.
Supports Offered by ODAS
Students registered with ODAS have access to:
1:1 Coaching and Skill-Building sessions on an as-needed basis
Study Hall with support for accountability and development of study habits
Workshops to support the transition to college and academic success
Individual support to develop a plan for success when students fall behind
Scaffolding of supports to enhance self-advocacy skills
Student Assistants for Success Program
The Student Assistants for Success (“SAS”) Program is an innovative, one-of-a-kind academic support model with foundations in research-based methods such as supplemental instruction and embedded tutoring.
SAS provides embedded, targeted support for studio-based courses in School of Architecture and MCD majors.
Woodbury is the only art and design institution providing embedded academic support specifically for studio-based courses.
We understand that the transition to college is challenging, and that the demands of studio-intensive majors are unique.
Designed with a focus on supporting neurodiverse learners in studio-based courses, but available and effective for all students, our SAS program is specially tailored to address those challenges and demands head-on.
Research-informed, student-centered and data-driven program that is unique to Woodbury
Provides embedded support in targeted programs with a focus on supporting foundational studio-based courses
Incorporated effective methodologies for supporting neurodiverse learners
Includes specific support sessions outside of class time for support with skill development and assignment completion
Proven to improve outcomes and student success in critical foundational courses
Designed to scaffold support in order to prepare students for independent learning and success in upper division courses
The Social Seminar – coming this year!
A new program coming to Woodbury in the 2025-2026 academic year,
The Social Seminar
is a 14-week, small-group program designed to help Woodbury students build essential social skills that are key to success in both college and beyond. Through weekly discussions, interactive activities, and real-world skill-building, students will focus on making connections, managing group dynamics, engaging in meaningful conversations, and building lasting friendships. These skills—critical for thriving in classrooms, team projects, and career settings—form the “unwritten curriculum” of college life. Whether you’re new to Woodbury, identify as neurodivergent, or simply looking to strengthen your social confidence,
The Social Seminar
offers a supportive, inclusive space to grow and succeed.
This exclusive social skills program has limited availability, and students must sign up in advance and commit to attending the weekly sessions.
The Social Seminar is a student-centered service that draws from research-based methods and is offered to our students at no additional cost!
For more information contact the Office of Disabilities and Accessibility Services at:
[email protected]
Career Services for Students with Disabilities
Building Careers, Breaking Barriers
At Woodbury, we understand that students do not end their journey at graduation, and we are here to support student goals beyond the classroom.
ODAS and the Career Services Office collaborate to provide innovative and individualized supports for students and alumni with disabilities.
These services may include:
Appointments with both the ODAS Director and the Career Services Coordinator for career exploration, preparation, and job seeking support
Information about career planning resources and job search sites specific for job seekers with disabilities
Career exploration assessment tools
Workshops on topics such as disclosing a disability and requesting accommodations
Individual sessions on topics relevant to career success
Access to Other Supports
ODAS can help facilitate access for students with disabilities to other student supports on campus.
Research shows that neurodiverse students and other students with disabilities benefit from access to supports like peer mentoring and tutoring, but may be less likely to seek those supports out on their own.
Our support for the development of self-advocacy skills includes helping students become more proactive and independent in accessing the resources available to them.
We can facilitate access, make referrals, and help students develop an independent plan for setting up appointments for services such as:
Tutoring in math, science, architecture, and other subjects through the Tutoring Center
Tutoring and assistance with academic writing and executive functioning skills through the Writing Center
Assistance in acclimating to college and the development of study skills through Peer Mentors
Mental health support through Counseling Services or other resources
More Information about ODAS
Have a question about accommodations, supports, or accessibility on campus? Contact ODAS at
[email protected]
or call 818-394-3345.
ODAS is located in the Whitten Student Center, and students may drop in or make appointments during regular office hours.
Woodbury utilizes the Accommodate software system for accommodations requests and to manage renewal of accommodations each semester.
New requests can be made within this system.
Make A Request
Student Life
Living
Safety & Security
Student Experience
Dining
Student Housing
Student Services
URReading
Therapy Services
Sustainability on Campus
Student Success Initiatives
The CARE Team
Academic Support
Health and Wellness
Services for Students with Disabilities
Career Services
International Students
Academic Advising
Catalog
Los Angeles Times Library
Academic Calendar
International Students
Merch Store
Now accepting
Fall 2026
applications!