Accessibility & ADA Accommodations
Success Without Barriers
Navigating the academic journey looks different for everyone—and that’s okay. Whether you are managing a documented disability or a chronic health condition, we are here to bridge the gap between your requirements and the classroom environment. That’s where we come in.
At Harris-Stowe, Accessibility Services (ADA) coordinates academic accommodations to ensure you have full, equitable access to your courses and learning materials. We work with you one-on-one to identify and remove any institutional barriers that might exist, ensuring you have the tools and support necessary to excel at HSSU.
Because here, every Hornet deserves the chance to thrive.
hssu ada mission statement
Harris-Stowe State University is committed to the provision of educational access for all students. As such, we aspire to the assurance the students with disabilities receive reasonable accommodations which support effective participation in all aspects of the educational experience.
The University strives to remove barriers for individuals with various exceptionalities (disabilities) in accordance with the Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments (ADAA) of 2008 and 2009 ADA Reauthorization of which definitions of disabilities/impairments broadened.
hssu guiding Philosophy
Our guiding philosophy is to make facilities, programs and courses as practical and accessible to students with various exceptionalities as possible. It is the intent of Harris-Stowe State University to offer a well-rounded, quality experience to all students, as well as academic accommodations to qualified students with documented impairments.
what are reasonable Accommodations?
Adjustments to programs, courses or services that “level the playing field” for qualified students with a disability. They provide equal access without altering fundamental goals of a course or lowering the standards of courses.
Accommodations may include:
Electronic textbooks
Audio-recorded lectures or texts
Captioned media
Large print materials
Access to supportive electronic materials
how to get started:
Self-identify by contacting Accessibility Services
Provide documentation verifying your disability
Complete an Accessibility Services Application
connect with Accessibility Services (ADA)
REGINA WADE JOHNSON MS, ASD
Director, Academic Resource Center & Accessibility Services
AT&T Library Room 103B
Phone: (314) 340-3650
GIANNA R. SHOCKLEY MA, PLPC
ADA Coordinator
AT&T Library Room 103B
Phone: (314) 340-3374