There are many resources available for all students, and within our campus-wide support system, we offer services that are responsive to the individual talents and needs of our students who have disabilities.
We invite suggestions about innovative and meaningful ways to respond to the special needs of members of the Colgate community.
Reviews documentation to determine reasonable accommodations. Works with students and faculty to insure that the needs of students with disabilities are met. Provides information, training, and individual consultation upon request concerning disability issues. Coordinates compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Chair of the Accessible Housing Accommodations Committee, Member of the New York State Disability Services Council.
Phone: 315-228-7375
Fax: 315-410-5635
E-mail: elester@colgate.edu
Provides administrative support to the Director of Disability Services.
Phone: 315-228-7375
Fax: 315-410-5635
E-mail: rchapin@colgate.edu
Case-Geyer and Cooley Libraries, coordinates library services for students with disabilities.
Phone: 315-228-6592
Provides confidential psychological counseling free of charge for students.
Phone: 315-228-7385
The Writing and Speaking Center is a resource for any student who wants help at any stage of the writing process. We also provide peer consultation in public speaking and oral presentations.
Phone: 315-228-7376
Available for ongoing medical care and medications for disabilities and discussions about nutritional/dietary needs. Arranges for physical therapy and consults with Campus Safety concerning transportation needs.
Phone: 315-228-7750
Assists students with medical transportation needs and coordinates parking on campus.
Phone: 315-228-7333
TTY: 315-228-6001
Assists students with special dietary requirements.
Phone: 315-228-7670
Resource for questions and concerns pertaining to degree audits, graduation requirements, and transfer requirements.
Phone: 315-228-7419
Affiliations
Colgate University is a member of the following:
Post-Secondary Disability Consortium of Central New York
New York State Disability Services Council
Community Resources
Learning Disabilities Association of New York
Aggie Dewan, Director
722 West Manlius Street
East Syracuse, NY 13057
Phone: 315-432-0665
Northeast ADA Center
Cornell University
201 Dolgen Halll
Ithaca, NY 14853-3901
Phone: 800-949-4234