1. bITS Summer Program Campus Challenges to Students with Disabilities
Presented by
Renee Kirby, M.Ed

2. Presentation Overview
DRS Background
Campus Environment and Challenges to students with disabilities
Strategies used to navigate the college campus
Technology Demonstration
Classroom Accommodations
Adaptations in the residence halls
Questions

3. Campus Environment and challenges to students with disabilities
Independence and Personal Care
Transportation
Residential Living
Navigating the physical environment
Socialization
Communication
Access to Education and Classrooms

4. Strategies used to navigate the college campus
Know when to seek help from campus resources
Support of family/friends and outside professionals
Master abilities and strengthen limitations
Responsibility/Maturity/ Preparation
Develop a responsive emergency contact list
Develop a plan “B” that works
Cell Phone
Wheelchair repair
Personal aide
Self Advocacy

5. Technology Demonstration
Kurzweil 3000
Alpha Smart/Dana
Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic
Scanners

6. Classroom Accommodations
Blackboard
Total Technology Access
Personal Assistant
Notetaker
Additional Time for Exams
Furniture adjustments

7. Adaptations in the Residence Halls
Bathroom/Shower
Hardware
Keyless Entry System
Automatic Doors
Front Load Washer/Dryer
Kitchens
Larger room for additional equipment needs

8. Thank You!!
QUESTIONS ??