Accommodating Students with Disabilities in the Learning Environment
Working in a diverse environment, faculty at California State University, Northridge play a crucial role in helping students with disabilities achieve academic success. Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES) recognizes that students with disabilities, faculty and DRES staff all have responsibilities in the accommodation process. Without the contribution of each party, students would not be able to fully access activities both in and out of the classroom that are necessary for academic success. The following guide is intended to clarify the roles of faculty, students, and DRES staff in the accommodation process.
As an additional resource to assist faculty, the DRES department has produced a "Faculty Guide to Accommodating Students with Disabilities." Faculty are invited to contact DRES with any questions or concerns regarding these instructional guidelines.
The Student Access and Accomodation System (SAAS)
Launched in Summer of 2012, Students registered with the Disability Resources and Educational Services office have access to the web-based Student Access and Accommodation System (SAAS). SAAS is used to request alternative testing and academic accommodations; request support services, and manage the alternative testing process. For more information, please follow the link below.
Contact Information and Office Hours
Disability Resources and Educational Services
California State University, Northridge
18111 Nordhoff Street, Bayramian Hall 110
Northridge, CA 91330-8264
General E-mail: dres@csun.edu
Phone: (818) 677-2684
Fax: (818) 677-4932
Alternative Testing E-Mail: Alternative.testing@csun.edu
Alternative Testing Fax: (818) 677-6783
Office Hours
Student Services
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:45 PM
Spring 2013 Alternative Testing Services:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday, 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM (extended alternative testing hours only)
Saturdays, by special appointment only
All other services are available Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM