Are 504 Plans and IEP accepted for use in documentation of a disability at the college level?
504
Plans and IEP's may not be considered to be sufficient documentation,
however, this information is useful in understanding prior academic
experiences of the student. Testing used to document a disability may be
considered if current (usually within three years) and administered by a
professional, and if such testing and evaluation meet guideline
requirements and are deemed adequate to the College in documenting a
substantially limiting physical or mental impairment.
Will I receive the same accommodations that I received in high school?
Requested
accommodations must be consistent with the University's academic goals and
standards. Accommodations are approved on a case-by-case basis, based
upon individual student's requests. Therefore, accommodations may vary,
are required to be reasonable, and are subject to the current needs of
the student. Students should not assume that accommodations provided in
high school will be provided in college.
When do I contact Central Michigan University about my disability?
Upon
matriculation, students receive information regarding the procedure for
disclosure. Students should contact the Office of Disability Support
Services as soon as possible.
What is considered to be acceptable documentation?
Documentation
must be current, it varies depending on the disability, and is outlined
in the "Documentation Guidelines". Central Michigan University reserves
the right to determine the adequacy of submitted documentation.
I have a disability but no current documentation. What should I do?
The
Office of Student Disability Services can assist students in obtaining
the documentation necessary by conducting an initial screening and then
referring students to a local practitioner if necessary.
What types of classroom accommodations are considered?
Typical
accommodations depend on the disability and include, but are not
limited to, extended time on tests, alternative (distraction-reduced)
testing location, note taking technology, recorded materials,
large print materials, etc.
I think I have a disability that interferes with my academic performance but I have never been tested. What do I do?
Student
Disability Services can assist students in obtaining the documentation
necessary by conducting an initial screening and then referring students
to a local practitioner if necessary.
Are housing accommodations available?
Yes,
upon matriculation, students should complete their housing and meal
plan registration on-line. At that time students will be asked if they
have any special considerations for their housing needs. Additional
documentation supporting special requests will be necessary.
Documentation may be submitted to Student Disability Services.
If I have a handicapped sticker on my car, do I need to buy a CMU Parking Permit?
Any
vehicle parked on Central Michigan University streets or property by a
Central Michigan University student, faculty member, staff member,
resident of a University housing unit, visitor or vendor, must be
registered with the CMU Police Department. There must be displayed on
such vehicle the permit or permits received on such registration. In
order to legally park in an accessible (or "handicapped") space, a
vehicle must additionally display either (a) a State of Michigan
certificate of identification or special automobile registration plates
issued for the handicapped under the Michigan Motor Vehicle Code; or (b)
a similar certificate of identification or special automobile
registration plates issued by another state.
Be aware that
Michigan law states that hanging placards can be displayed from the
rearview mirror only when the vehicle is parked. It is illegal for the
placard to be hanging from the rearview mirror when the vehicle is being
driven. Any questions about parking and permits can be answered by the CMU Police Department Parking Services division, 989-774-3083.