Ask Amy: Why do people without disabilities choose use handicapped bathroom stalls?

Dear Amy: I have only been able to use handicapped bathrooms for the last 10 years. Many places only have one larger stall, which is often occupied by a non-handicapped person. The regular stalls are ... Read More

Why are DeSantis, Sarasota County School Board obsessed with bathrooms?

Attending sporting events and concerts, some women in long lines use men's toilets. And men in need turn to women's toilets. No big deal. Read More

Attendance and Disability

Students with disabilities are expected to adhere to the same attendance policies as other students. However, it is a reality that some students have disabilities that may cause an increase in class ... Read More

Pennridge School Board unveils revised bathroom policy that provides options for transgender students

12—EAST ROCKHILL — The Pennridge School Board on April 8 ... "It's not meant that a student can walk in and self-declare and be able to use whatever bathroom they want," said Rash. Read More

How Disability Support Services can enrich your college experience

According to The National Center for Education Statistics, only one-third of college students with disabilities inform their college about it. Many students are unaware of the accommodations DSS can ... Read More

What Students With Physical Disabilities Should Look for in a College

Many schools provide services to fit a disabled student's needs, like priority registration, recording of class lectures, use of ... Media A school’s website and social media can tell you ... Read More

US’ first faculty-led anti-Israel encampment erected at New School

This is the first faculty-led encampment in the US. We hope it will not be the last. We thank our students for showing us the way; for being our teachers.” ... Read More

Syllabus Statement

In keeping with The New School's policy of providing equal access to individuals with disabilities, instructors are strongly encouraged to include a statement on their syllabus informing students that ... Read More

Disability Support Services honor faculty and staff for their contribution

Each semester, Disability Support Services gives students the opportunity to nominate members of the UAB faculty and staff for an array of ... my physical disabilities… They truly believe I can be ... Read More

Information for Faculty

For instructions, please use ... student who has accommodations is confidential, so all interactions should be on a 1:1 basis in a private space. Group emails should be bcc'd. Disability Services is ... Read More

Learning Disabilities

Learning Disabilities is a general term that refers to a heterogeneous group of disorders manifested by significant difficulties in the acquisition and use ... can also affect a person’s attention, ... Read More

Psychological Disabilities

In the manic phase, a student might experience inflated self-esteem and a decreased need for sleep. In the depressive phase, the student may experience a lack of energy, lower self-esteem, and less ... Read More