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Disability Resources

Our Mission

We work with a diverse population of students with documented disabilities to assure equal educational access. We seek to collaborate with all components of the University community to increase awareness, remove barriers, and promote an inclusive environment where students are empowered to be successful learners, self-advocates, and citizen leaders.

Our Vision

We strive to create a universally inclusive campus through innovative and individualized practices that foster independent and confident students, informed and engaged faculty, and creates a collaborative and welcoming campus community for all.

People First Campaign: Inclusive Enviroment Pledge

Thanks to the following individuals listed below that have signed our Inclusive Enviroment Pledge. If you would like to sign the pledge then please send a email to disabilityresources@longwood.edu. Thank you for your continued support.

Sonja Ast, Chief Bob Beach, Sherries Campbell, Diane Easter, Lindsay Farrar, Sarah Hobgood, Maureen Walls-McKay, Cora O'Neal, Jamie Riley, Sarah Sprague, Cameron Patterson, Joanna Baker, Suzy Palmer, Semein Washington, Chuck Wongus, Bronwynne Curtindale, Maureen Walls-McKay, Marissa Musumecia, Allison Stamper, Matt McGregor, Sasha Trent, Amanda Riggleman, Rebecca "Becky" Shields, Maggie Butler.

I believe that access to social spaces is a right that belongs to everyone.

I believe that when anyone is excluded from public spaces and events, every person loses.

I believe that all people are valuable and have something unique to contribute to the world.

If you believe then sign our pledge today!

ODR Happenings

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Accommodations & Alternate Format - Fall '12

Students the registration process has started for Fall 2012 classes. That means that it is time to start thinking about accommodation and alternate format request forms for the Fall! These forms are located online under the current students tab and you can also stop by the office. To ensure that your materials will be available to you on the first day of classes please turn as soon as possible. It's not to late to turn in your forms!
Peer Mentor Program

The Office of Disability Resources and the University Counseling Center established a peer mentoring program for students registered with the Office of Disability Resources.

The Peer Mentor program connects freshman and transfer students with disabilities with a peer student who understands some of the complexities of navigating the system of accommodations, as well as receiving advice on how to make the most of the resources available through the Office of Disability Resources and the university.

If you are interested in participating in the peer mentor program as a mentor or mentee please contact Maggie Butler at butlermk@longwood.edu.

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Life after College

Please visit our Life after College webpage located under the current students section to find information about applying for graduate school, accommodations in the workplace, and career/internship opprotunities. Please visit our office or contact us at 434.395.2391 if you have any questions.
Do You Need to Take the PRAXIS? VCLA? GRE? Other Standardized Test?

If you are registered with the Office of Disability Resources and plan on seeking accommodations for your required testing for the Teacher Preparation program, GRE, or any other standarized test you must meet with Lindsay Farrar, Assistant Director of Disability Resources at least 2 months prior to when you want to take your tests.

When pursuing accommodations, the process can take up to 6 weeks - it is extremely important to contact Lindsay well in advance of when you would like to take your exams.

Lindsay Farrar can be reached at (434) 395-2391 or farrarlf@longwood.edu.
Her office is located in Graham Hall.
Campus Accessibility
Automatic Door Not Working? Problems with a Curb Cut? Use this form (pdf) to report barriers to accessibility on campus!

We strive to maintain an accessible campus. Please feel free to call our office or e-mail us at disabilityresources@longwood.edu for more information!