Students with disabilities are encouraged to contact Disability Support Services (DSS) prior to or upon enrollment at the University.  Students must provide current disability documentation (see Documentation Guidelines) and communicate clearly the need for accommodation.  Requests for services and accommodations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and must relate specifically to the students’ disability.

DSS Staff may act as a liaison regarding any disability accommodations.  In order to more effectively meet the access needs of Montevallo students with disabilities, DSS works closely with academic departments, as well as with other campus entities ,  such as Housing and Residence Life, Student Support Services, Counseling and Career Center, Student Health Services, Student Life, Records,  Physical Plant and the UM Police.  Accommodations and services may include, but are not limited to:

• Accessible parking

• Extended time on tests and exams

• Distraction-reduced testing

• Notetaking support

• Permission to use a calculator, electronic spell check, or audio recorder

• Classroom relocation

• Sign Language Interpreting/Captioning

• Alternate format texts (CD, E-text, audio)

• Adaptive computer software and hardware

• Assistive listening system

• Reasonable modification of attendance or tardy policies

• Priority registration