Disability Resource Center
Application
Mission Statement
“The purpose of the Disability Resource Center (DRC) is to ensure that students with disabilities have equal access to participate in, contribute to, and benefit from all university programs.
Our goal is to act as a catalyst for the elimination of both attitudinal and architectural barriers that present themselves throughout the university community. The DRC directly supports students with disabilities in achieving their goals-strengthening a climate of campus diversity.”
Location
Address: 1664 N. Virginia Street Reno, NV
Office: William Pennington Student Achievement Center Suite 230
Phone: (775) 784-6000
Students
Any type of disability covered under the American with disabilities act is covered at the DRC.
Services
There is a list of various accommodations that can be provided. The goal is to remove barriers.
Accommodations
How many students does the DRC provide services for?
2,800 Students
What services are provided?
Counseling
- Notetaker application
- Workshops and Training
- Testing Center
- Classroom technology support
- Accessibility and captioning support
- Instructional design and technology resources
Learning and Teaching Support
- Mission and Scope of Practice
- Counseling Staff
- Group Therapy Services
- Community Resources and Referrals
- Take 5 Program
- Mindfulness on the Road
- Training Program
- Virtual Relaxation Room
- Self-Help Center
- Parent Resources
https://www.unr.edu/counseling/community-resources-and-referrals
How to apply
Who Should Complete the Application?
Acceptance
- Students with documented disabilities
- Students requesting academic accommodations
- Students who are receiving treatment for a concussion (head trauma)
- Students with medical conditions that impact their school work
- Students who are pregnant or have other needs related to Title IX
- Visit DRC website - student portal
- Fill out the In-Take form - provide the information on your disability, helpful services, family backgtound, job, etc.
- Schedule a meeting with DRC employee
Who qualifies for acceptance?
- An accessible campus means it is open minded for who needs support!
- Disabilitiy can range from a broken bone to anything more severe.
Questions?
Review
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