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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

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.

Spring 2022 Undergraduate Research Fellowship Opportunity

Wednesday, December 8, 2021
Division of Student Life
Undergraduate Research Fellowships (URF) provide a research experience for undergraduate students and assist staff in the Division of Student Life in conducting research projects in support of student success.
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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.  

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

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

About Student Disability Services

Student Disability Services (SDS) serves the University of Iowa’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion by providing support and academic accommodations for students with disabilities. SDS collaborates with students, faculty, and staff to create an accessible educational environment for all.

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