University of Virgina

For Students

Services for Students with Disabilities

An overview of resources for students with disabilities including the University Ombudsman and ADA Coordinator, voter registration for students with disabilities, and faculty and student guides to services for students with disabilities and Internet resources. From the Vice President for Student Affairs.

Guide for Students with Disabilities

This guide provides useful information about the accommodations that various University of Virginia departments provide to individuals with disabilities. From the Vice President for Student Affairs.

UVA Elson Student Health Center-Learning Needs and Evaluation

The primary purpose of the Learning Needs and Evaluation Center (LNEC) is to promote the academic success of students with disabilities by providing equal access within the University community.

Disability Accommodation - Undergraduates, Arts & Sciences, U.Va.

College of Arts & Sciences: Disability Accommodation

For Faculty

VP for Student Affairs - Faculty Guide to Accommodating Students with Disabilities

This handbook is designed as a guide to help faculty members, administrators and staff personnel understand their critical role in reasonably accommodating the needs of students with disabilities.

University of Virginia Teaching Resource Center

A Handbook for Faculty and Teaching Assistants: Teaching Students with Disabilities

Getting Around

Map of Wheelchair-accessible Locations and Parking for Persons with Disabilities (PDF, 4mb)

A 2001 map showing the location of wheelchair-accessible locations and parking areas that are available for persons with disabilities. An updated map will be available in early 2008. parking and transportation resources at the University.

Building Abbreviations and Classroom Accessibility

A list of University buildings with notations about their level of accessibility.

Employment

Office of Equal Opportunity Programs

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Interview Guide; Equal Access: The Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Disability Accommodation for Faculty and Staff

UVa is committed to complying fully with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and ensuring equal opportunity in employment for qualified persons with disabilities.

Technology

Assistive Technology Resources at UVa

A list of assistive technology equipment and tools provided by the Learning Needs and Evaluation Center, Information Technology and Communication, and Clemons Library.

Web Accessibility - ITC Web Development

A resource that provides an introduction to Web accessibility issues and tools, and how to apply accessibility concepts to the design of Web pages.

Libraries

UVa Library - Library Services for Faculty-Disability Services

The University Library provides a variety of services and equipment in support of the research needs of individuals with disabilities.

Clemons Library - Study Resources

Clemons Library is fully accessible. Much of the University's equipment for patrons with visual impairments is housed here. Parking is available on McCormick Road or in the Central Grounds Parking Garage. The library staff will help students locate and select materials for research.

Other Resources

University Of Virginia School of Law

School of Law: Disability Accommodation

University Ombudsman/ADA Coordinator

Brad Holland is the University of Virginia Ombudsman and an advocate for fairness. The Ombudsman also serves as the University's Section 504 and ADA Coordinator. In this role he can help resolve issues, or provide information regarding services or accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

U.Va. College at Wise: Disability Support Services

Disability Support Services works to assist all qualified students with disabilities in the pursuit of their educational objectives. We attempt to coordinate the students' needs with services and resources available within our college system, and to ensure accessible educational opportunities for students according to their individual needs.