Academic accommodations may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Alternative Testing
• Note taking Support - i.e. audio recording of lectures and copies of materials electronically displayed in class (not instructor’s private notes)
• Assistive technology software
• Ability to take breaks as needed
• Alternative formats for classroom materials and textbooks
• Change of classroom to an accessible location
• Deaf and Hard of Hearing Support- i.e. Faculty facing the class when speaking, faculty wearing an assisted listening device, use of sign language interpreters/CART or similar transcription services.

The Office of Learning Resources operates a Testing Center which proctors/administers exams for UD students approved for testing accommodations through OLR.  Testing accommodations may include any of the following:

• Provision to take breaks
• Distraction-reduced environment
• Extended time
• Use of assistive technology for accessing and completing exams
• Scribes

Testing Accommodations can be used for quizzes, tests, midterms, and final exams. If you need to use the OLR Testing Center, you will need to log into AIM and schedule in advance by following the Alternative Testing Guidelines.

Thanks to Ryan's Dream, the OLR has assistive technology resources for studying, testing, and other academic needs. 

Accommodations may include:

• Assistive Technology - i.e. Speech-to-Text and Text-to-Speech
• Recording devices
• Adjustable tables for classrooms

You must complete all academic and internship requirements for the degree(s) you are pursuing, but is some cases, your disability may warrant substitution of a class or series of classes. 

Note: a course requirement is not waived, it is substituted by another course of equal academic rigor that meets the academic standards of the department in which the substitution was requested.

OLR will work with the student, Assistant Dean and/or Program Chair to review the accommodation request in order to determine if this request can be supported. Any request for a course substitution must be related to the documented disability.  In addition, the substituted course must fulfill the competency requirement for the degree program. OLR cannot support a course substitution for a course that is considered an integral part of the program as the substitution would jeopardize the integrity of the particular program.

If you change your major after a course substitution is approved, re-evaluate of the request will be necessary.

The University does recognize service animals and emotional support animals.  

Service Animals

• Service animals are allowed to accompany students in all areas where they are normally allowed to go. According to the The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations, a service animal is “any dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability….”While registration is not required, OLR encourages students to document they intent to have a service animal on campus to improve communication with faculty, staff and university departments. 
• Emotional Support animals are addressed below under non-academic accommodations.

OLR recognizes that internships, practicum and student teaching offer an important learning environment for students. In many cases, you and the faculty or site coordinator can work together to address general accommodations. OLR can assist you or faculty in the process of determining appropriate accommodations for this learning environment. It is recommended that planning begin one term prior to your scheduled experience. 

OLR collaborates with Education Abroad and Away to support students with accommodation needs. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to plan early for these opportunities by scheduling an appointment with your Access Coordinator.

If you need Attendant Care in order to live independently in campus housing, you may also need additional housing accommodations. You are financially responsible for the cost of attendant care and must also work with the University to ensure you adhere to the guidelines for Attendant Care.  Reach out to the Office of Learning Resources for additional information about guidelines.  NOTE, University of Dayton does not cover costs associated with Attendant Care, but will work with the student to ensure their Attendant Care team have necessary access.

All university housing has air conditioning and Housing and Residence Life has established cleaning procedures to reduce exposure to common allergens.  If you have issues or concerns with cleaning procedures, see University of Dayton Facilities Management web page on residential maintenance issues or to place a work order.

You may bring different personal devices such as a HEPA air filter, a humidifier, dehumidifier, etc., to help keep your learning and residential environment as comfortable as possible.

Dining Services offers a variety of supports and services to accommodate allergies and other dietary needs.

• If you have questions about general nutrition, food allergens, or special dietary concerns, it is important to contact University of Dayton’s Administrative Dietician at 937-229-2441 or visit the Dining Services website.  
• If you need assistance managing your dietary condition, you may additionally contact the Health Center’s Director of Nursing at 937-229-3134 or visit the Health Center website.
• Dining Services are located within approximately 50 yards of each residential hall.  Within the residence halls, you will have access to a microwave and in-room refrigerator.
• Dining Services shares on-line nutritional information that can help you make decisions to meet your nutritional goals and/or select food items based on allergies as well as general nutritional values.
• Dining Services has established the A+ Room, or "Allergen-Friendly Kitchen", which is available for students with food allergies and/or intolerance. This space is designed to supplement a student's dining needs. Students must meet with Dining Services Administrative Dietitian and have documented medical need, to gain access to this secured area.

If the combination of the above supports through Dining Service do not meet your dietary needs, you are welcome to contact the OLR to discuss other options.

The University of Dayton Health Center provides a variety of supports to students including routine medical care, allergy injections, and more.  OLR encourages you to follow up with the Health Center to discuss your needs.  If the Health Center cannot address the level of support needed, they can assist with referrals to local providers.  The University Health Center also works with the local Walgreens regarding prescription medication delivery. Please contact the Health Center's Director of Nursing at 937-229-3134 or visit the Health Center website for more information.

The University of Dayton has an Animals on Campus policy which provides guidance for Service and Emotional Support Animals.

A Service Animal is “any dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of the individual with a disability”.  While Registration is not required, OLR strongly encourages students to document they intent to have a service animal on campus to improve communication with faculty, staff and university departments.  

An Emotional Support Animal (ESA) provides therapeutic support to a student with the goal of improving physical, social, emotional, and/or cognitive functioning to a person. University of Dayton allows approved ESAs in a student's residence (in their room or the common spaces within the residence) and must remain under the student's control at all times. Emotional support animals approved for the residential setting are not permitted in any other building at UD. 

It is important that you take responsibility for your own safety!

For any emergency, the first step is to contact Public Safety at 937-229-2121 or 92121 from a Campus Phone 92121.  Please note, calling 911 will direct your call to Dayton City Resources which could delay response times.  **Please program these numbers into your cell phone**

• If you have a medical condition that may be impacted by an emergency, you should develop an emergency plan or a strategy in advance.  If you have concerns about development of an emergency evacuation plan, contact the Environmental Health and Safety/Risk Management office at 937-229-4503.
• When reporting the emergency, state your location, specific needs, and type of emergency and any additional information such as you use a wheelchair, a respirator, or have breathing, stamina, or health related impairments.
• Ensure you are familiar with University of Dayton Emergency Response Procedures Guideand the University of Dayton's Emergency Evacuation Plans for campus buildings.

Students are encouraged to work with the OLR to discuss parking/transportation accommodation needs which may include but are not limited to access to Parking Permits including a permit for a first-year student with disability transportation needs or priority permit purchase to address close proximity parking needs in residential environments.  OLR also facilities on-campus medical transportation assistance through LYFT to aid students with transportation between various campus locations.