Student Rights & Responsibilities

Universities are required to provide appropriate academic accommodations to ensure that a student with a disability is not discriminated against and has access. The university is responsible for ensuring equal opportunity to participate, but you are responsible for your achievement. You are considered an adult, and are expected to work in partnership with campus faculty and staff. 

Student Responsibilities

Communicating with Disability Services

You are responsible for disclosing your disability to Disability Services and submitting an application for accommodations; a parent may not apply on your behalf. You’re also expected to check your SU email for messages and communication from DS. Please respond to DS communication in a timely manner when you’re trying to set up appointments – this allows you to get scheduled as soon as possible.

Meeting over Zoom? You should attend the meeting in a quiet, private area to eliminate distractions and allow you to share your concerns openly.

You should contact your Disability Services director immediately if you have concerns about your current academic accommodations or if your situation has changed. 

Communicating with Instructors

You should meet face-to-face with your instructor to alert them to your accommodations prior to or during the first week of class to confirm they received the Faculty Notification Letter. 

It is your responsibility to seek help from the professor and on-campus resources when struggling with course content. If you are uncomfortable doing this or would like support from Disability Services on how to do this, please contact the DS office.  You are expected to assume responsibility for meeting class requirements, deadlines, and professional communications.

Navigating Campus

If you are not able to travel independently to and from classes and campus buildings, then you must provide your own transportation. Please note that the university does not provide personal attendant care of any kind.