University of Hawaii at Hilo Catalog 2011-2012

Disability Services

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Susan Shirachi, Director (uds@hawaii.edu)
Hale Kauanoe A Wing Lounge
Phone: V (808) 933-0816, TTY (808) 933-3335
Web: hilo.hawaii.edu/studentaffairs/uds/

The Disability Services Office provides services and support to UH Hilo students, faculty, and staff with disabilities, in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (1973) and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Support to the general public is in the form of auxiliary aids and services for those using campus facilities. The provision of direct service focuses on accommodation and access issues relating to students’ educational needs; this office, however, offers help in other areas of need (e.g., social, recreational, housing, etc.). In addition to serving as an advocate for people with disabilities at UH Hilo, the office provides consulting on reasonable accommodations for University employees [faculty, staff, and student workers] with disabilities; facilities development; public accommodations for campus programs, services, or activities; educational and disability awareness programs; and general support for diversity activities at UH Hilo. Services and support provided through the Disability Services Office include:

  • Disability review and referral for assessment
  • Provision of accommodation
  • Disability counseling
  • Faculty and staff development
  • Policy review and implementation
  • University liaison
  • Consultation with grant-funded programs in meeting ADA access
  • Serving as a disability resource for campus and community
  • Advising the Diversity Club