KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
The Office of Accessibility and Disability Services will regularly review this policy statement and recommend any necessary revisions to ensure that it reflects current best practices for disability accommodations.
The Office of Online Education, SMEs, Program Coordinators, Online Faculty, and other stakeholders will be consulted as part of the review and revision process to ensure that the policy statement reflects the needs and concerns of the university community.
The revised policy statement will be disseminated and posted on the university's website.
KYSU Online syllabi and assignment instructions are maintained by the course Subject Matter Expert (SME). The SME and other online faculty will collaborate to ensure that the appropriate policy statements regarding the KYSU Online Disability Accommodations Policy are included in the syllabi and assignment instructions. Below are recommended statements for use in KYSU Online syllabi.
In compliance with the ADA, all students with a documented disability are entitled to reasonable accommodations and services to support their academic success and safety. Though a request for services may be made at any time, services are best applied when they are requested before the start of the semester. To receive accommodations and services the student should immediately contact The Office of Disability Services at: (502) 597-6041.
The Office of Disability Services is available to discuss your referrals, to clarify how to provide a requested accommodation, and to assist you in finding solutions to related problems. Upon request, the Office of Disability Services provides information on disability-related topics to academic departments and campus organizations. To schedule, call (502) 597-6041.
Emergency response information will be discussed in class. Students should familiarize themselves with the nearest exit routes in the event evacuation becomes necessary. You should notify your instructor at the beginning of the semester if you have special needs or will require assistance during an emergency evacuation.
Disability Documentation Guidelines for Students: Disability Services3