Access and Disability Support

Whitman College is committed to provide fair and equal access for students with disabilities and ensure that they have an equal opportunity to participate in and benefit from all the College’s programs and activities. In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and subsequent updates to that legislation, we ensure that all programs and services provided by the College are genuinely accessible and offered to all our students. Our office and our campus partners are committed to reducing or circumventing the barriers to access that people with disabilities face, and welcome your feedback and cooperation as we work towards achieving equity for all students.

Any student with a documented disability, chronic illness, severe allergy, or an injury (including concussion) that results in a temporary disability is welcome to make an appointment to discuss their options for support and accommodations. Accommodations include (but are not limited to) extended time and a reduced-distraction environment for exams, note-taking services, and assistive technology in and out of the classroom and during exams. We can also alert faculty to medical or mental health conditions that may affect the classroom environment or a student’s attendance and participation, and arrange accommodations within a student’s housing environment.

A student requesting accommodations can initiate the process at any time during their academic career by meeting with a Disability Support Services staff member. For additional information and complete policies, please visit our website at whit.mn/dss.

Academic Resources and Support

Academic Resources and Support