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Office of Accessibility and Disability Services
Disability Documentation Guidelines for Students
Faculty Accommodating Student Disabilities
Problems and Complaints
How to Apply
Disability Information
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Animals on Campus Policy
Section 504 Policy
The Office of Accessibility and Disability Services at Kentucky State University is
committed to providing equal access to all university programs and activities for
students with disabilities. In alignment with the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, we offer reasonable accommodations
for students with documented disabilities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive, supportive
environment that empowers every student to succeed both academically and personally.
Vision
The vision of the Office of Accessibility and Disability Services is to provide equal
access and opportunities throughout the campus to individuals who have a disability,
for academic and social success.  We advocate for reasonable accommodations‚ removal
of barriers‚ and acceptance of different learning methods. In partnership with students‚
faculty‚ and staff‚ our purpose is to achieve an accessible educational environment
where students with disabilities have an equal opportunity to fully participate in
all aspects of the university community.
Services for Students
The mission of the Office of Accessibility and Disability Services is to facilitate
equal access
to KSU’s campus, programs, activities, and services, in accordance with federal and
state regulations and University policies. We support this mission by applying eligibility
guidelines and coordinating the delivery of appropriate accommodations so that students
with disabilities can pursue their educational goals. Additionally, we promote greater
disability awareness campus-wide. The University also provides reasonable accommodations
to students and campus visitors with disabilities through the Office of Disability
Services in Hathaway Hall room 107. Students with disabilities are invited to contact
Dr. Phillip Clay (
phillip.clay@kysu.edu
) at (502) 597-6041 for information on eligibility, required documentation, and available
services.
Affordable Colleges Online (external link)
Before You Transition from High School to KSU – What You Need to Know
Disability Documentation Guidelines
Disability Laws
Disability Resources Page (external link)
Faculty Resources for Working with Students with Disabilities
Financial Resources and Discounts for Students With Disabilities (external link)
KSU Disability Resource Center Handbook
Learning Links and Apps for Students
Problems and Complaints
Qualifying for Services
Resources for College Students with Visual Impairments (external link)
Resources for Students with Traumatic Brain Injuries (external link)
Student Rights and Responsibilities
Support-Service Animal Information
Temporary Medical Disabilities
Voter Registration for Individuals with Disabilities
Nursing Career Guide for People with Disabilities (external link)
Services for Employees and Visitors
The University assists employees with disabilities whose conditions impact their ability
to perform their jobs by providing reasonable accommodations as required by the ADA.
Using official documentation from physicians and other health professionals, eligibility
for accommodations is determined.  The types of accommodations provided to employees
are determined based on their individual needs.  Examples of common accommodations
may include, but are not limited to: temporary reassignment of work duties; assistive
technology; training for new responsibilities; job restructuring; providing special
seating or desk equipment; and allowing alternate work schedules to allow for doctor
appointments or therapy. Employees may contact the Office of Human Resources in room
429 of the Academic Services Building.  Employees, supervisors, and program coordinators
who would like more information on services available to individuals with disabilities
should contact the Accessibilities and Disability Coordinator Nubia Baraka at 502-597-6277
or by email at nubia.baraka@kysu.edu.
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