Should faculty provide accommodations to any student who discloses that they have a disability, but have not registered at the disability resource center?
No. Faculty should not provide accommodations directly to students who are not registered at the DRC. This protects both the college and students requesting services. The professionally trained DRC staff is responsible for evaluating presenting documentation in order to determine if a student qualifies for services, and which services are appropriate in light of their disability. After the DRC staff assigns accommodations, they assist to ensure services are offered in a timely manner.
Related Questions
- What should a faculty member do if they believe a student not registered at the DRC may have a disability, and would benefit from accommodations or services?
- Should faculty provide accommodations to any student who discloses that they have a disability, but have not registered at the disability resource center?
- Does a student with a disability have to be registered with the Center on Disability in order to receive classroom accommodations?
