Students with documented physical or mental disabilities may be eligible for special accommodations through the Americans with Disabilities Act. It is the legal responsibility of each eligible student seeking accommodations and services from Benedictine University to provide written, comprehensive psycho-educational and/or medical evaluation verifying the condition. This documentation must be current and submitted to the Student Success Center.
The academic accommodations available to students are related directly to the student’s diagnosis, as supported by professional recommendations in the documentation provided. The most commonly granted academic accommodations include:
- Extended time for testing in a quiet test environment
- Designated note taker in class
- Modified or enlarged classroom / reading materials
- Books on tape
- Preferential classroom seating
In the event of an injury or emergency, accommodations may be granted on a temporary basis.
For more information, please contact Tina Sonderby at 630-829-6512 or stop by the Student Success Center in Kindlon 249.
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