​Every student who requests accommodations or adjustments due to a disability will be invited to participate in the interactive process.  Below is a general outline of the interactive process

1. Request Accommodations

• Register for services online
• Stop into the office
• Call us at (989) 774-3018
• Email us at sds@cmich.edu

2. Submit Verification of Documentation

• Documentation guidelines
• Typical accommodations
• Disability verification form found in the Forms bullet

3. Discussion With SDS Professionals About:

• How your condition impacts a major life function
• Subject areas or times that are particularly difficult for you
• Expectations of high education including anticipated work load, program technical standards, attendance, code of conduct, standards, etc.

4. Determination of Reasonable Accommodations

• Staff at SDS will then determine what accommodations is best for each individual student

5. Notification of Faculty

• It is the STUDENT'S responsibility to notify faculty of their eligibility and desire to use accommodations  
• Students may pick up printed Letters of Notification for faculty or letters can be emailed to the student if requested.

6. Continued Interaction

• Student's are encouraged to work with SDS throughout the semester but especially if they are experiencing any difficulty
• All students will receive a monthly email from SDS staff
• Student's may receive information through the Facebook page or through Twitter announcements