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Accommodations

SDS facilitates academic accommodations and services for students with disabilities to ensure everyone has equal access to course materials and activities.

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Campus Resources

See our list of available resources on campus.

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Scholarships

Students are encouraged to check this list of disability-related scholarships frequently. Browse scholarships by category.

News

ICON Extended Time Accommodations

Friday, April 4, 2025
Office of Teaching, Learning, and Technology
The University of Iowa's ICON platform will automatically apply extended time accommodations for students with disabilities on all Canvas Classic quizzes. This new feature eliminates the need for instructors to manually adjust quiz times, ensuring a smoother and more efficient accommodation process. For more details, visit the Office of Teaching, Learning, and Technology's website.

UI President Barbara Wilson dedicates lounge to Student Disability Services

Tuesday, October 15, 2024
University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson recently dedicated a new lounge for Student Disability Services, highlighting the university's commitment to inclusivity and support for students with disabilities. This welcoming space aims to foster community and enhance accessibility on campus.

Accessibility-Informed Events and Programming Guide

Thursday, February 2, 2023
The Inclusive Events and Programming Guide is intended to provide event organizers and campus administrators with the tools necessary to proactively plan events that are inclusive and accessible for all attendees.
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The interior of the SDS Lounge. There is a big comfy couch with pillows and weighted stuffed animals. There is a whiteboard, along with basket chairs, high back chairs, and height adjustable work stations. There are warm light lamps lighting up the gradient artwork on the back and left yellow walls.

Visit our new Student Lounge!

Our new SDS Student Lounge is open! 

Location: 1101 University Capitol Centre, 201 S. Clinton St. Iowa, City, IA.  

Sunday - Thursday: 7 a.m.- 8 p.m.

Friday: 7 a.m.- 6 p.m.

About Student Disability Services

Student Disability Services (SDS) at the University of Iowa is committed to ensuring equitable access and support for students with disabilities. We collaborate closely with students, faculty, and staff to provide comprehensive academic accommodations and foster an inclusive educational environment. SDS strives to empower students and enhance their educational experience at the University of Iowa.

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