Services for Persons with Disabilities
Southern Methodist University is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible campus for students, faculty, staff and visitors with disabilities. The President's Advisory Committee on the Needs of Persons with Disabilities (PACNPD) was established to support this effort and make annual recommendations to the University President.
Students should contact the Office of Services for Students with Disabilities for questions and concerns. Faculty, staff, and visitors can address questions to the Office of Institutional Access and Equity. Website accessibility issues should be directed to the Director of E-Marketing.
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| A Listen Technology portable assisted listening device is available for student, faculty, and staff use on campus. It is perfect for tour groups on campus as well. The system allows the speaker to wear a portable headset that transmits the signal to people wearing the receivers. contact Shawn Remek to inquire about using the system. Shawn’s number is 8-4419. There is no charge for usage. |
The following is a list of resources for individuals with a disability:
| Service | Description |
|---|---|
| Emergency Procedures for Persons with Disabilities | Provides information on SMU emergency procedures. |
| Disability Accommodations and Success Strategies | |
| On-Campus Evaluation for Learning Disabilities & AD/HD | Provides counseling and learning disability testing for SMU students as well as national and professional testing services for the community. |
| Altshuler Learning Enhancement Center (A-LEC) | Provides academic assistance for SMU undergraduates with documented learning disabilities or AD/HD. |
| ADA/504 Coordinator Office of Institutional Access & Equity |
Oversees the University's compliance with disability laws, provides resources for reasonably accommodating employees, and investigates complaints of discrimination. |
| Campus Map | Campus map identifying parking for the disabled. You may also wish to consult the University Maps Index. |
| Building Access Maps | Maps that show accessible routes to SMU buildings, including parking, entrances and elevators. |
| Library Services | Information on the accessibility of library materials, programs, and services. |
| Employee Assistance Program | Provides faculty and staff guidance for problems relating to relationships, individual issues, etc. |
| University-Provided Services | List of services available to those with disabilities, including dietary restrictions. |
