Services

Services

Here are just a few examples of common accommodations DSS can provide (not a comprehensive list):

• Sign Language Interpreters and Captioning
  • For students that identify as deaf or hard of hearing our office offers sign language interpreters, real time captioning (CART), or captioned videos for academic courses and events on campus.
• Books In Alternative Formats
  • For students with print disabilities our office offers access to braille, digital book, or large print to assist students with accessing course materials.
• Note-Taking Assistance
  • For disability-related reasons, students may struggle to record all necessary lecture information in their notes. The primary accommodation utilized is “ability to record learning sessions / access to notetaking support” which enables students to utilize an audio recorder, laptop or tablet for note-taking purposes. By audio recording, students can review parts of the lecture after class to help process new concepts and supplement their notes. Through use of a laptop or tablet, students may be able to take notes more quickly by typing or using a stylus, while also recording the audio, importing PowerPoint slides, or drawing diagrams or concept maps.
• Testing Accommodations
  • Students who experience limitations or barriers related to tests or the testing environment may be eligible for testing accommodations. Common examples include extended time on tests, taking tests in a reduced distraction environment, and use of technology for assistance with reading or writing during tests.
• Assistive Technology Software
  • Our office provides assistive technology and recommendations to students experiencing various limitations or barriers within the academic setting. Please view our curated list of assistive technology.

Housing Accommodations

Disability-related accommodations in student housing are granted based on medical necessity when a specific part of the environment in the residence hall affects the student differently than other students because of their disability. These accommodations are not granted based on student preference, to provide access to study space, or to address roommate conflict. Please contact Student Housing and Residence Life to address any non-medical issues.

Students who would like to request disability-related housing accommodations must complete the Student Housing and Residence Life application and register with DSS. It is the student's responsibility to present to DSS a logical explanation supported by documentation from a care provider as to how the environment in student housing interacts with their disability to create unequal access.

For more information, please visit:
Student Housing & Residence Life - Apply for Housing
Disability Support Services - Applying for Services
Disability Support Services - Student FAQs

Blaze Ride

Blaze Ride is a transportation service that offers additional service for employees or students with limited mobility — 7:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Students must register with Disability Support Services to be provided access to these services. For more information, please visit UAB Parking & Transportation - Blaze Ride.