Accommodation Procedures

  1. Students must self-identify their need for accommodations and self-advocate at all times.
  2. Students must meet with Carrie Pierson, Senior Director of the Student Success Center / ADA Coordinator to discuss accommodation eligibility. Arrangements for accommodations are made on an individual basis and are designed to equalize access to educational opportunities.
  3. Students must sign a release form so that the Senior Director of the Student Success Center and ADA Coordinator can communicate with course instructors.
  4. A set of letters listing the appropriate accommodations will be prepared. Students can pick-up their letters at the Student Success Center and hand deliver them to their professors.
  5. Students must present their accommodation letters to their professors within three days of receiving the letters, in order to receive exam accommodations. Professors need sufficient notice.
  6. Students should schedule an appointment with the Senior Director of the Student Success Center & ADA Coordinator if; they need to modify their accommodations request; they are experiencing academic difficulties; or they have questions or need advice.
  7. Students should arrange an individual appointment with their professors to discuss their accommodation needs during the first week of the semester.
  8. Late requests for accommodations may cause a delay in the requested services.
  9. Student must meet with the administrative assistant for the Student Success Center, who will coordinate routine testing accommodations and oversee testing center procedures.
  10. Students must sign an agreement acknowledging their understanding of the accommodation process and agreeing to adhere to testing center procedures.

For more information

  • Carrie Pierson, Senior Director of the Student Success Center/ADA Coordinator
  • 217-362-6424
  • cpierson@millikin.edu
  • University Commons 312