Office
for Student Disability Services
Downing University
Center, A-200
Phone: (270) 745-5004,
Fax: (270) 745-6289,
TDD: (270) 745-3030
Matthew Davis,
Coordinator
e-mail: Matt.Davis@wku.edu
Students with
disabilities sometimes need assistance to ensure an adequate academic and
social environment while attending the University. This assistance is usually
provided through the Office for Student Disability Services. SDS coordinates
its activities through individual faculty members, other campus offices and
public agencies. Students with disabilities receive accommodations specific to
their individual disability and/or impairment. These accommodations may
include: note takers, extended time on tests, a distraction-free testing area,
textbooks on CD’s, priority in academic advising/registering, etc. Particular
attention relates to assuring accessibility in classrooms, laboratories and
housing. Interpreting and captioning services are available for Deaf and Hard
of Hearing students.
If a student with a
disability has special concerns or needs before he/she attends the University,
or if he/she encounters problems while enrolled on campus, he/she is encouraged
to contact the SDS office.
The office hours are
from Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Both consultation and
technical assistance are available.
