Information for Faculty

Course Syllabus Statement

It is recommended that the following statement be included on all course syllabi:

It is the policy and practice of Butler University to make reasonable accommodations for students with properly documented disabilities. Written notification from Student Disability Services is required. If you are eligible to receive an accommodation and would like to request it for this course, please discuss it with me and allow one week notice. Otherwise, it is not guaranteed that the accommodation can be received on a timely basis. If you have questions about Student Disability Services, you may wish to contact Michele Atterson, JH 136, ext . 9308.

• Faculty Guide to Student Disability Services

Introduction

Section I

Disabling Language

What is Accessibility?

Where to Go for Help

Section II

Specific Learning Disability

Hearing Impairment

Visual Impairment

Seizure Disorder

Motor Impairment

Psychological Disorders

Other Disorders

Section III

The Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Appendix

References

• Accommodation Procedures
• Related Attendance Issues
• Exam Accommodation Form (PDF)

Last modified: 8/28/2002