Our Mission
Disability Resources and Educational Services is an integral part of the university mission of teaching, scholarship and active learning, furthering the vision of an inclusive society which supports the attainment of academic, professional and personal goals for persons of all abilities. The department fulfills this mission through programs of student service, training, and education.
Our Partnership Pledge
Disability Resources and Educational Services pledges to provide a variety of support services to empower students, foster independence, promote achievement of realistic career and educational goals and assist students in discovering, developing, and demonstrating their full potential and abilities. In order to accomplish this, the staff work closely with faculty to facilitate service requests, serve as a resource for disability management issues, and suggest accommodations.
Our Values
- Communication
We are committed to facilitating an environment of consistent, open, honest communication that encourages interactive and respectful dialogue.
- Optimism
We are committed to creating opportunities that encourage the individual journey by modeling positive, flexible attitudes that empower others to persevere, be creative and self-reliant.
- Respect
We are committed to demonstrating respect to all individuals equally by building a foundation of mutual trust, acceptance, understanding, and accountability.
- Excellence
We are committed to achieving excellence and continuous improvement of services through teamwork, empowerment, perseverance, and innovation.
Our Vision
Changing the world for people with disabilities.