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The Color of your Heart is GoldSince The Access and Accommodations Center (formerly Disability Services) was created, our Georgia State University community of faculty, staff and students have witnessed how our… more » |
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Invisible DisabilitiesInvisible disabilities will go unnoticed unless they are disclosed to you. For example, a person who uses a wheelchair can be easily perceived as someone… more » |
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Sign Language Interpreting ServicesSign language interpreters are professionals who facilitate communication between deaf or hard of hearing (d/hh) and hearing individuals. Interpreting from English to American Sign Language… more » |
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Sickle Cell Anemia and Academic AccommodationsAccording to this year’s data report via quick base server, Georgia State’s office of Disability Services provides accommodations to more than 100 students across all… more » |
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The Law and Academic AccommodationsThe Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and The Americans with Disability Act of 1990 are laws that prohibit discrimination against people with disabilities. The Rehabilitation Act… more » |
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Disclosing Accommodations TipsDisability Services provides registered students the option to email their accommodation letters to professors. Although this email includes details for extended time on assignments, note… more » |
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Disability and CaregiversIn the United States today, there are more than 39.8 million caregivers providing care to loved ones aged 18+ with a disability or illness (U.S.… more » |
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World Justice Day and Disability RightsEach and everyday people experience and witness social injustices. These injustices include discrimination and exclusivity based on race, religion, gender, sexuality, socioeconomic status and disability.… more » |
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Disabilities, Self-Advocacy and Workplace AccommodationsSelf-advocacy is an important skill to develop for any Georgia State student, but it is especially crucial for students with disabilities when it comes to… more » |
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Students with Disabilities Recording ClassesThe recording of classes is a common accommodation for students with print-related disabilities and/or who are auditory learners. For example, consider an individual with severe… more » |
