When a student requests a change or modification of a course requirement based upon
a disability, instructors should refer the student to the Center for Disability &
Access. The CDA is the designated campus office that is authorized to determine whether
or not a student is eligible to receive accommodations for a qualified disability.
A faculty member is not required to provide an accommodation without being notified
to do so by CDA.
Once a faculty member has been notified of an approved accommodation, it is the responsibility
of the faculty, as required by Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act,
to provide the approved accommodation to the eligible student. The CDA is prepared
to assist faculty in providing the accommodations.
If an instructor has a questions about the appropriateness of a prescribed accommodation,
please contact the Accessibility Consultant to address any concerns and evaluate possible
alternatives.
The following links give additional information and guidance on faculty roles and
responsibilities connected with CDA and eligible students.
