Disability Services

The Office of

Disability Services

Disability Services at Vanguard University exists to provide representation, access, service, reasonable accommodations, and community support to students with learning, physical, medical, and psychological disabilities through communication, advocacy, and collaborative services.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Vanguard University is dedicated to providing students with disabilities access to the programs, services, and activities of the University as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (1973). Section 504 states: “No otherwise qualified individual shall, solely by reason of his or her disability, be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”

2020-2021 Disability Services Update

The Office of Disability Services is currently operating remotely. All appointments and services will be conducted virtually or by phone until further notice. The Testing Accommodation Center (TAC) will be closed while instruction is being delivered in an online format. Disability Services staff are available via email and phone as listed on the "Contact Us" section of this page. For Disability Services related resources regarding remote learning visit the 'Students' section of this page.

For university updates and information please visit the 2 020/2021 Plan and the 2020/2021 FAQ pages.

Find additional resources and information on coronavirus for people with disabilities on the NCCSD Clearinghouse and Resource Library website.