Frequently Asked Questions

The first procedure is the 艾达 申诉程序 that addresses complaints regarding the student’s eligibility for services and/or the Accommodation Plan developed for the student.

Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 申诉程序

Northwest Missouri State University has adopted an internal grievance procedure providing for prompt and equitable resolution of complaints alleging any action prohibited by Sections 503 or 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 经修订(美国第29号).S.C. 794) or Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12132). 第202条, 在某种程度上, that "no individual with a disability shall, by reason of such disability, be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services, 项目, or activities of a public entity, or be subjected to discrimination by any such entity."

Complaints should be addressed to: the Office of 第九条 & 股本, 305 Administration Hall, V/TDD (660) 562-1476, who has been designated to investigate complaints under the 艾达 and the Rehabilitation Act.

1. A complaint should be filed in writing or verbally, contain the name and address of the person filing it, and briefly describe the alleged violation of the regulations.  Please consider using the 熊猫 股本 Reporting Form.

2. A complaint should be filed within 30 calendar days after the complainant becomes aware of the alleged violation. (Special circumstances will be considered on a case-by-case basis.)

3. An investigation, as may be appropriate, will follow a filing of complaint. The investigation will be conducted by the 艾达/504 Compliance Officer or his/her designate. These rules contemplate informal but thorough investigations, affording all interested persons and their representatives, 如果有任何, an opportunity to submit evidence relevant to the complaint.

4. A written determination as to the validity of the complaint and a description of the resolution, 如果有任何, will be issued by the Office of 第九条 & 股本 and a copy forwarded to the complainant, the appropriate campus authority, and the Vice President of Student Affairs no later than 30 calendar days after its filing.

5. The Office of 第九条 & 股本 will maintain the files and records relating to the complaints filed.

6. The complainant can request a reconsideration of the case in instances where he or she is dissatisfied with the resolution. The request for consideration must be made within 10 working days to the  the Vice President of Student Affairs.

7. The right of a person to a prompt and equitable resolution of the complaint filed hereunder will not be impaired by the person’s pursuit of other remedies such as the filing of a Section 504 or 艾达 complaint with the responsible federal government or agency. Using this grievance procedure is not a prerequisite to the pursuit of other remedies.

8. These rules will be construed to protect the substantive rights of interested persons, meet appropriate due process standards and assure that Northwest Missouri State University complies with Section 504 and the 艾达 and their implementing regulations.

The second procedure is the 可访问性 & 住宿 申诉程序 that addresses specific complaints about the services and/or implementation of services by the 可访问性 & 住宿 staff or the Office of 第九条 & 股本. Complaints should be addressed in writing or verbally to Dr. Stephanie Krauth, Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs - 第九条 & 股票, skrauth@jxt-cc.com or by appointment in Administration Hall 305. Appointments can be made by calling (660) 562-1476.

To make a formal request f或学习 or living accommodation(s) to 第九条 and 股本, 可访问性 and 住宿:

Students self-dis关闭 the need for an accommodation, and must complete and then submit the fillable form below. Students must also submit separately (ada@jxt-cc.com), supporting documentation about your disability from your health or counseling professional. For more information please see the documentation guidelines in the section Disability Documentation and Requirements.

Accommodation Application

• Application for Current Students
• Application for New Students

A diagnosed disability is a condition that substantially limits "major life activity,比如走路, 听力, 看到, 说话, 呼吸, 或学习. 《威尼斯人在线》保护:

• Visual impairments (legally blind, progressive vision loss, etc.)
• Deaf or hard of 听力
• Mental/Emotional health conditions (depression, anxiety, bipolar, OCD, personality disorders, etc.)
• Learning disabilities
• 添加/多动症
• Brain injuries, epilepsy
• Autism, Asperger's Syndrome
• Mobility (paraplegia, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, spina bifida, etc.)
• Other (cancer, diabetes, food allergies, etc.)

If you have a disability that you think would qualify for a living 或学习 accommodation, please complete the accommodation application and provide supporting medical documentation, 或联系 ada@jxt-cc.com.

第九条 and 股本, 可访问性 and 住宿 provides a range of reasonable accommodations, 包括, 但不限于: 

• Test accommodations (examples: extended time, minimal distraction, reader)
• Note taking assistance (computer usage or lecture recording)
• Assistance with 听力 
• Referrals to other services and 项目

Students with approved accommodations are eligible for early registration.

We have created a map to see 艾达 and accessibility points of interest on campus.

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• A supporting letter completed by a licensed professional who is knowledgeable in the field of the student's particular disability. 
• Include a statement of diagnosis by the medical professional you are 看到.
• Include the length of time the licensed professional has been treating the student for the disability; the number of visits with the licensed professional may also be required.
• Include a description of the current status of the disability.
• Relate how the student's disability affects his/her living 或学习.
• Recommend appropriate accommodations and state how they are remedial 致残疾.
• Be dated and signed by the licensed professional on 公司信头 (prescriptions are not accepted). Letter must be sent in WORD or PDF format as an attachment when emailed.
• Initial supporting documentation must be no older than one year.

第九条 and 股本, 可访问性 and 住宿 may request additional or more recent documentation as needed.

Confidentiality will be maintained for all documentation related to a student's disability.

Accessible format of rented textbooks are available for students who have approved Kurzweil accommodations.

Provider: Textbook Services
联系: Scott Yocum, 660.562.1150

Students with Disabilities Preparing for Postsecondary Education:
Know Your Rights and Responsibilities

The US Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights offers information regarding the rights and responsibilities of students with disabilities, as well as the responsibilities that postsecondary institutions have toward such students.

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This website is about college life with a disability. It is designed for high school students and provides video clips that help in planning for college.

 Prospective students are encouraged to visit Northwest Missouri State University and the 第九条 & 股本: 可访问性 & 住宿(&)办公室.  An appointment with one of the professional staff members can be scheduled directly through the A&A office by calling 660-562-1873 or the visit can be coordinated through the Admissions Office – Campus Visits.

Temporary impairments are generally not regarded as disabilities, but conditions such as broken bones, short-term illnesses and recovery from surgery or medical conditions can impact a student’s academic progress.

The Office of 第九条 & 股本 can provide temporary services to assist students in their academic work.  An appointment may be set up with one of the professional staff members to coordinate and arrange the services that are needed. Documentation of the medical condition may be necessary to arrange services.

If the temporary condition involves mobility issues (e.g. use of walker or crutches), Northwest Missouri State University does not provide personal shuttle services to and from classes.  For more information, contact us at 660-562-1873.