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Calling for Collaboration, Improved Higher Ed Systems for All

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Friday marked the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a landmark civil rights law that unlocked opportunity for disabled people in many areas of public life, including in the workforce and higher education. colleges and universities has grown steadily since the ADA passed more than three decades ago.

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Should I Disclose Learning Differences on the College Application

Great College Advice

Once a student enters college, however, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, or Section 504, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) take over. Students with learning disabilities or ADHD, however, may be entitled to reasonable academic services and aids based on the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504, and ADA.

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The Office of Accessibility Services

Goucher DEI

We have added new staff to ensure we can fully support the Goucher community: Director: The director is tasked with monitoring necessary accommodations, working with faculty and staff to ensure compliance with the ADA, and, thus, promoting program access, including both facilities and technology access.

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Designing Successful Renovations for Federal Clients

Clark Nesxen

From updating building infrastructure systems to meeting both the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements, it is essentially universal for renovation projects to run into challenges related to designing within the existing structure.