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Disability Information

Course Syllabus

It is suggested that the following information be placed on the course syllabus:

If you have any documented disability-related concerns that may have an impact upon your performance in this course, please meet with me within the first two weeks of the current semester, so that we can work out the appropriate accommodations. Accommodations are provided on an individualized, as-needed basis after the needs, circumstances and documentation have been evaluated by Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD). SSD is located in 212 Memorial Hall and can be reached at 516-463-7075 or . All disability-related information will be kept confidential.


Course Website

In addition to the above information, it would be useful to provide the following links on your course website so that students can easily access the information:

  • Program for the Higher Education of the Disabled (PHED): Information about PHED can be found here.
  • PHED: Student Handbook: You can find specific information about services and facilities for students with disabilities in the PHED: Student Handbook
  • Program for Academic Learning Skills (PALS): Information for students with learning disabilities or ADHD can be found at the PALS home page.

Information for Faculty Regarding Disability-Related Concerns