Campus Resources for Students with Disabilities

Office of Admissions
Chubb Hall (740) 593-4100 

When applying for admission to the university, check the box indicating information about disability services for students and information will be sent to you. If you are scheduling an admissions visit, you may make an appointment with the Office for Institutional Equity to discuss your individual interests.   

Academic Advancement Center
Alden Library (740) 593-2644 

University College's Academic Advancement Center can help all students develop skills in the areas of writing, reading, and studying. Peer tutoring is provided through AAC when qualified tutors are available. The Learning Center offers state of the art computer facilities and support staff available to assist you in developing technological skills. The AAC is the home for Project CAP, a program designed for selected first-year students to help them adjust to college and improve their chances of success. A disability may help you qualify for Project CAP.   

Alden Library
(740) 593-2660 

The Library is open seven days a week and is staffed by service oriented librarians. General tours and instructional lectures are offered per request. Alden Library is handicap accessible. The equipment listed below is available to all students: 

• A lighted magnifying glass on the 4th floor in the Reference Department
• A Braille printer and optical scanner that outputs in voice in the Computer Lab on the 2nd floor 
• Material in Braille for library or charge-out use at the Periodicals department on the 1st floor 
• Optalec Magniciation System on the 4th floor in the Reference Room
• computer terminal with software to access Alice and OhioLINK in enlarged font with voice activation located on 4th floor circulation area 

Transportation Services
Scott Quadrangle (740) 593-1911

The Department of Transportation Services manages university parking and CATCAB. CATCAB is a shuttle service for individuals with temporary or permanent mobility limitations that would make crossing campus difficult. Arranging your schedule with Transportation Services, CATCAB will transport users to classes, meetings, sporting events, and cultural activities.   

Counseling and Psychological Services
Hudson Health Center (740) 593-1616 

Counseling and Psychological Services' staff of psychologists and counselors can provide confidential consultations for educational, career and personal adjustment concerns. Students who believe they have a learning disability may make an appointment to be evaluated. We will discuss the test results with you and advise you on support services to help you meet your academic demands.   

Student Health Services
Hudson Health Center (740) 593-1660 

The University provides a comprehensive program of diagnostic and therapeutic medical service through Hudson Health Center. If you have a permanent disability, it would be a good idea for you to visit the Health Center and see a physician at the beginning of the year. Each time you return, ask for the same doctor. This will be of assistance in providing continuity of care. Medical services include physician and nursing services, x-rays, laboratory tests, physical therapy when prescribed and other related services. Pharmacy services and dental care are also provided on a fee basis. Students with temporary disabilities can receive crutches and canes at no cost, provided they are returned in good condition after use.   

Housing Office
Chubb Hall (740) 593-4090 

Ohio University has developed a number of residential options to accommodate most mobility impairments. The needs of most disabled students can be accommodated in standard student housing with specific modifications made for the individual's needs. Students should indicate a request for housing accommodations on the housing form. Requests are filled on a first-come basis. 

Housing options include: 

• fully accessible student rooms with private bathrooms for the mobility impaired 
• a fully accessible family apartment 
• medical rooms with private bathrooms but not necessarily wheelchair-accessible
• rooms equipped with special devices for the hearing-impaired 
• air-conditioned rooms for students with chronic illnesses