SDS Spring Quarter Newsletter |
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SDS would like to wish you all a great start to Spring Quarter!
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| - Important Information
- Events and Opportunities
- Disability Awareness Week
- Contacting SDS
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Academic Accommodations Updates |
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Important SDS Testing Process Information |
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In Spring 2025, SDS will provide proctoring support for students with approved testing accommodations.
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Students should notify instructors of their accommodations early in the quarter by sending the Faculty Notification Letter via the AIM Student Portal at least 10 days before their first exam/quiz. Those who miss this deadline must contact proctor@uchicago.edu immediately to check SDS availability.
- After sending the letter, students should follow up with instructors to discuss testing arrangements. If an instructor requests SDS proctoring, SDS will schedule exams and notify students via email at least 7 days before the exam. Exam times may differ from the class schedule, so students should carefully review SDS communications.
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Students can check their scheduled exams in the AIM Student Portal under "Alternative Testing" and view exam locations 2 days before the exam. Directions to SDS testing locations are available on the SDS website.
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If confirmation is not received at least 6 days before an exam or if there are any questions, students should contact proctor@uchicago.edu immediately.
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College Students Only: AIM Portal Procedures |
ID: Students huddle under an umbrella that says "the college".
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Accommodation implementation varies by academic division. Please consult with your disability liaison within your graduate/professional division and follow the procedures to make arrangements for accommodations during Spring Quarter.
Contact information for your graduate and professional disability liaison is available on the Disability Liaisons webpage.
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ID: Students walk on campus under a blooming pink tree.
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College Students Transitioning to UChicago Grad |
If you’re a student who attended the College and are now transitioning into a UChicago graduate/professional program, and you would like to continue using accommodations, please contact your assigned SDS director to receive guidance on the new process of implementing accommodations in your graduate/professional program.
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Emergency Evacuation for Persons with Disabilities |
The University recognizes that individuals with disabilities may require assistance with alerting, evacuating, and sheltering in the event of an emergency. The University therefore asks all individuals who may need assistance in an emergency to self-identify themselves. Once an individual has self-identified, Environmental Health and Safety will work with the individual to develop a personal emergency plan that includes specific evacuation procedures, sheltering procedures, and means of communication in the event of an emergency.
To learn more about emergency procedures for persons with disabilities, please visit the university's evacuation page.
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Disability Awareness Week |
Join SDS for our second annual Disability Awareness Week! With disability programming throughout the week, there are plenty of opportunities to connect with SDS and help break the stigma surrounding disability. More information to come!
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Share Ideas for Future SDS Programming |
Student Disability Services is committed to providing programming that meets your needs and interests, and we want to hear directly from you! Your feedback is invaluable in helping us create events, workshops, and resources that support your academic and personal needs.
Please take a moment to share your thoughts on any programming or services you'd like to see from us in the future. Whether it's accessibility workshops, social events, mental health support, or anything else that would enhance your experience, we want to know!
You can submit your feedback by replying to this email or submit your feedback to SDS.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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| Videos to Help You Succeed
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For more information on how to access SDS services and other helpful tips to aid you on your academic journey, check out the videos linked below!
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The SDS office is available remotely via Zoom or telephone and in person by appointment only. For questions about accommodations or access matters, you may email questions to disabilities@uchicago.edu or call 773-702-6000.
To set up an appointment with an SDS Director:
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Charnessa Warren: Director, scheduling link
Amber Chess: Deputy Director, scheduling link
Amber DiCosola: Associate Director, scheduling link
Sandra Fernandez: Associate Director, scheduling link
Taylor Allnutt: Assistant Director, scheduling link
Diamond Cole: Assistant Director, scheduling link
To set up an appointment or ask questions of an SDS Access Coordinator:
Morgan Severeid: Access Coordinator for Document Conversion Services, text.sds@uchicago.edu
Beth Moy: Access Coordinator for Notetaking and Communication Access, notetake@uchicago.edu or asl.cart@uchicago.edu
Caprice Butts: Senior Access Coordinator, Testing Services, caprice1@uchicago.edu
For proctoring services contact proctor@uchicago.edu
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