Disability Services for Students

Overview
In compliance with Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act, Marymount Manhattan College provides support for students with learning, physical, and psychological disabilities. Students with disabilities who are requesting accommodations of any kind should be registered with the Office of Student Affairs. Students with disabilities must be able to function in as independent a manner as possible and to seek appropriate assistance in a reasonable and timely manner. College resources and staff cannot be expected to meet all of a student's needs associated with managing a disability. It is expected that students will follow appropriate health regimens, secure appropriate medical and therapeutic assistance from qualified practitioners at MMC or in the New York City area, and arrange necessary support services (i.e. transportation, individual monitoring of needs, financial assistance, personal care) that our college does not provide.

Marymount Manhattan College does not assume the responsibility of identifying students who may be eligible for accommodations. It is solely the student's responsibility to disclose and define his/her disability and his/her need for accommodations. Self identifying a disability, and seeking accommodations are personal decisions. If a student requests accommodations at Marymount Manhattan College, he or she is responsible for completing the process for registering with the Office of Student Affairs. Although Student Affairs can assist students with disabilities with many tasks, it is up to the student to take the initiative and remain actively involved in the accommodation process. For more information, contact the Office of Student Affairs at 212-774-0750.

Deadline
Students requesting an accommodation due to a qualifying disability should self identify by the end of the third full week of classes by registering with Student Affairs, or immediately following a qualifying event occurring after the beginning of the school year. Informing other College offices, faculty, or staff does not constitute registering with the office. Accommodation requests are evaluated individually based on documentation and completion of the registration process. To obtain special housing accommodations, you must self identify no later than move in.

Accommodations and Services
Though not complete, a list of the most common reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities is listed below:

Applications to Readings for Blind and Dyslexic
Authorization and instructions for identifying student note takers for classes
Classroom accessibility
Examination modifications: additional time, separate testing space, use of a computer
Left-handed desks
Permission to tape-record lectures
Use of Kurzweil reading station in MMC Library
Use of Premier Assistive Technology on all laptops in MMC Library
Wheelchair access

Registration Process
To register, you must complete the Disability Student Services Registration and Release Form and submit it to the Office of Student Affairs located on the 3rd floor of the Main Building along with supporting documentation. After successfully completing the registration process, you will be informed of the accommodations that will be provided to you.

Documentation Requirements
In order to complete the registration process, you must submit appropriate, current documentation related to your disability from a qualified professional. Documentation, which must indicate that the individual has an impairment that substantially limits a major life activity, must reflect the following:

Nature and severity of current impairment
A specific diagnosis and treatment prescribed
Medical and educational history related to disability
Functional limitations resulting from the impairment
Recommended academic and nonacademic accommodation

Please note: No accommodations will be provided until all supporting documentation has been submitted.

Contact Person:
Ron Jackson
Dean of Students
(212) 774-0756
Ron Jackson