A.
Determining that a student has a disability is not a simple process. Visible disabilities are signaled by the use of a cane, wheelchair or crutches. “Hidden disabilities” such as hearing impairments, legal blindness, psychological conditions or seizure disorders are usually not apparent. The ODS encourages students with disabilities to identify themselves to their instructors before, or early in the semester. However, students with “hidden disabilities” may not self-identify out of fear that others may challenge the legitimacy of their problem or need for accommodations.

“If you are a student with a disability who will require an accommodation(s) to participate in this course, please contact me as soon as possible. You will be asked to provide documentation from the Office of Disability Services. Failure to contact me in a timely manner may delay your accommodations.”