that symptoms present to the college student, the Disability Resource Center (DRC) suggests that students who have such disorders should register and provide medical documentation about their particular disorders. DRC staff will determine if the student qualifies to receive accommodations. Services that may be available to individuals with chronic health or medical impairments include:
Students requesting accommodations for a permanent or temporary disability or chronic health condition must provide proof that the disability/health condition exists before academic accommodations will be provided. The diagnosis of a disability or medical condition must be current and provide justification for the accommodation(s) the student is requesting. All documentation must be provided by a qualified professional such as a physician or a vocational rehabilitation professional. The credentials of the evaluator, including certification, licensure, and professional training, must be clearly stated in the documentation and must be written on the professional's letterhead stationery or in the form provided by the DRC (prescription pad notes are not acceptable forms of documentation).
Disability documentation usually takes the form of a medical assessment. It should be a comprehensive assessment including:
Once a student's disability documentation is received, qualified University personnel will evaluate the documentation to determine whether it meets the required standards. If a student does not have current documentation and cannot locate the professionals who originally performed the initial diagnosis, the Disability Resource Center can provide referral information. Students are