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In maintaining compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, the University ensures that
equal opportunities are provided to persons with disabilities in all its facilities,
programs, activities, and services. Day-to-day operational compliance assurance is
monitored by an Executive ADA/Section 504 Oversight Committee that is appointed by
the President of the University.
The Office of the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs through the
Vice President for Student Services reviews the issue of compliance annually with
recommendations made for enhanced procedures aimed at maintaining strict ADA/Section
504 compliance.
Texas Southern University provides all educational and other university-sponsored
programs and activities to persons with disabilities in the most integrated setting
appropriate. Students with disabilities who matriculate at the University are not
segregated, separated, or treated differently than other non-disabled students, nor
are they required to take advantage of all adjustments, accommodations, and/or special
services available to them.
In the event that a student with a disability feels that he/she is not being accommodated
effectively by the University, he/she should contact the Office of the Vice President
for Student Services immediately. Detailed information is available through this office
on the resolution of complaints, including the use of a formal grievance procedure
on file there if such a procedure is needed.
The Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) offers assistance for
tuition and nonrefundable fees to students who have certain disabling conditions.
Examples of such conditions are orthopedic impairments, mental health disorders, internal
conditions (including epilepsy), hearing and speech impairment, and language/learning
disabilities.
DARS Division for Blind Services (DBS) provides assistance for the visually impaired
and the blind. A Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC) must approve the student's
vocational objective. Prospective students should apply for assistance at the nearest
DARS location, preferably at least eight weeks prior to the registration period of
the semester of desired enrollment. Other services are also available to assist the
physically challenged student to become employable.
Contact the University Counseling Center for additional information at (713) 313-4210,
or the DARS/DBS that is nearest you for eligibility requirements and information at
(800) 628-5115 or TTY (866) 581-9328.
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