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SSD Accommodations

  • Hands typing on laptop Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART)
  • French Class, Student at Desk Reading with Books and Backpack Modern Language Aptitude Testing (MLAT)
  • Students Taking Notes on Desks Notetaking Services
  • MacCaption captioning software on computer Captioning of Video

Register with SSD

Students wishing to receive accommodations must register with the SSD office.

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Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART)

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Some students may obtain access to the content of classes and campus events by using a court recording system called Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART).

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Modern Language Aptitude Testing (MLAT)

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Our office provides Modern Language Aptitude Test (MLAT) testing twice a semester.

The next MLAT test (Spring/Summer) will be Friday, June 14th, 10:00am-12:00pm in 1448 Mason Hall.

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Following Up on Professor's Referral

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How do I go about seeing someone at SSD if a Professor has recommended I see someone about a possible disability?

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Large Print Format

If a text is not currently available in the required format, SSD can assist the student in devising an alternative way to read the book.

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E-Text

The SSD office is equipped to produce E-text for our students with print-related disabilities.

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Notetaking Services

Students Taking Notes on Desks

The student may choose to receive electronic or hand-written notes provided by a paid student note-taker. 

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Sign Language Interpreters

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The SSD office can provide sign language interpreters for academic purposes.

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Captioning of Video

MacCaption captioning software on computer

If a video/DVD to be shown in class is not captioned, SSD has the capability to create a captioned version upon request.

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Equipment and Material Loans

SSD can facilitate the loaning of equipment and materials including (but not limited to):

  • FM amplification system
  • Portable Transmitters
  • Four-track cassette recorders
  • Talking calculators
  • Raised line drawing kit
  • Brailled information
  • Assistive Learning Devices
  • Laptops for test taking

Please contact our office to request assistance with this service.

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