Office of Disability Concerns

Student Handbook

Welcome to Illinois State University! The University is dedicated to providing a positive postsecondary educational experience for its students. Disability Concerns, a unit of the Student Affairs Division, is the office that is designated to provide approved accommodation services for students, faculty, staff, and visitors with disabilities. Disability Concerns obtains and maintains documentation of disability, certifies eligibility for services, determines reasonable accommodations, and develops plans for providing such accommodations. This is accomplished in a confidential manner to ensure equal opportunity for participation in all courses, programs, and activities offered by Illinois State.

This handbook is intended to acquaint students with the procedures of Disability Concerns and with the resources available. It is for reference only and is not a substitute for the professional guidance provided by Disability Concerns staff.

Admission eligibility criteria are determined by Illinois State University and are available through the Admissions Office. Persons with disabilities are expected to meet these same criteria.

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