8 Student Accessibility
University Administration and Faculty
At the beginning of each semester, instructors are expected to ask students with disabilities to contact them to discuss the relevant supports listed in their individual Accommodation Letters. All communication with students with disabilities should be private and confidential.
The following paragraphs should be included in the course syllabus:
“The Centre for Student Accessibility upholds the University’s commitment to a diverse and inclusive learning environment by providing services and supports for students based on disability, religion, family status, and gender identity. Students who require these services are encouraged to contact the Centre for Student Accessibility to discuss the possibility of academic accommodations and other supports as early as possible. For further information, please email accessibility@uregina.ca.”
Centre for Student Accessibility
Students who require special supports in class or for writing exams, are able to obtain accommodations through the Centre for Student Accessibility (CSA), using an online system, known as Accommodate – only the student and the instructor have access to this software.
This program allows both students and instructors to view and apply for additional accommodations, submit letter requests and alternate format requests all through an online portal.
Please see the following links for both an instructor and student guide on how to use Accommodate. There is also a short video showing students how to navigate the system. These resources are also available in Accommodate under the “Resources” tab. Requests for Accommodations for Regina Students
Requests for Accommodations for:
a) Regina Students
All arrangements for exam accommodations approved by the Centre for Student Accessibility will be arranged by the Test Centre.
The instructor at the Regina Campus does not need to contact the SW Student Services office or provide them with a copy of the student accommodation letter, unless they need help implementing a particular accommodation in the classroom (i.e., provide a padded chair, etc.) or there are special circumstances. Accommodations for exams will be discussed and agreed upon between the student and the instructor and subsequently, space can be booked within the Accommodations Test Centre by accessing the Accommodate system.
b) Saskatoon Students
All arrangements for accommodations approved by the Centre for Student Accessibility will be arranged by the instructor, with assistance of Accessibility Advisor if required. The Accessibility Advisor is Chrystal Herrem.
Once the student and instructor have connected and the details confirmed, the instructor can determine if she/he can cover the accommodations or if Chrystal’s support is required. To request Chrystal’s support, please send an email to sw.studentservices@uregina.ca
The process requires at least 7 business days advance notice to be able to adequately arrange for exam accommodations.
c) Distance Students
All arrangements for accommodations approved by the Centre for Student Accessibility are arranged between the student and the instructor. The instructor can make arrangements directly with the location the class is being taught as each location may have different protocol in place.
Note: The Accommodations Test Centre is not available for students located outside of Regina.
Contact Information
The Centre for Student Accessibility and Counselling Services
Location
Paskwaw Tower, room 119 (ground floor)
Student Wellness Centre
Phone
Mailing Address
University of Regina
3737 Wascana Parkway
Regina, SK S4S 0A2
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