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    Primary Contact Person John Lakey, Director Human Resources 1000 Founders Hall (308) 865-8426 The University of Nebraska at Kearney is committed to providing any reasonable accommodations necessary to allow an individual with a disability to effectively and safely

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    For Information - Contact:
    Learning Strategies Office
    Memorial Student Affairs Building 172
    (308) 865-8214

     

    The goal at the University of Nebraska at Kearney is to develop an academic community accessible to all individuals while encouraging the skills necessary for independence and self-sufficiency. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student at UNK to identify themselves as an individual with a disability and to provide documentation/verification by a qualified individual. Admitted students with disabilities are encouraged to schedule an appointment with the Learning Strategies Office (308)865-8214 to learn about campus and program accommodations and services available to them.
    See Learning Strategies Office website for further information.

     

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    Primary Contact Person Cheryl Bressington, ADA Coordinator Office of Affirmative Action 1203 Founders Hall (308) 865-8655 The University of Nebraska at Kearney is committed to providing any reasonable accommodations necessary to allow an individual with a

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    HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL STATEMENT ON EMPLOYEE ACCOMMODATION REQUEST University of Nebraska at Kearney John Lakey, Human Resources Director (308) 865-8426 (Complete form onscreen, print, sign and submit to UNK Human Resources) Employee Name: Physician/Psychologist: I. Diagnosis

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    University of Nebraska at Kearney (Complete form onscreen, print, sign and submit to UNK Human Resources) Name Telephone Address City Zip Status: Student Staff Faculty Other (Please explain) Accommodation(s) Requested: (Press Enter/Return at end of each

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    Role of the University of Nebraska at Kearney Criteria for University Responsibility The University of Nebraska at Kearney is committed to providing any reasonable accommodations necessary to allow an individual with a disability to effectively and safely function in the campus environment. In order to

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    ADA COMMITTEE/CONTACTS The University of Nebraska at Kearney's Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Committee exists as a vehicle to advise the Chancellor on ADA policies and practices. The Committee has two distinct charges. First, the Committee is charged with reviewing and supporting the development of

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    University of Nebraska at Kearney The University of Nebraska at Kearney has adopted an internal grievance procedure providing for prompt and equitable resolution of complaints alleging any action prohibited by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (29 U.S.C. 794) or Section 202 of the

Policy for Individuals with Disabilities  

Role of the University of Nebraska at Kearney 

Criteria for University Responsibility



The University of Nebraska at Kearney is committed to providing any reasonable accommodations necessary to allow an individual with a disability to effectively and safely function in the campus environment. In order to assist individuals with disabilities, the University agrees:

1. To identify an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Committee

 

2. To provide written information that describes the general actions the University is prepared to offer in accommodating individuals with special needs.

 

3. To provide general procedures and access plans.

 

4. To provide an appeal and grievance process.

 

5. To provide a philosophical statement outlining the University's commitment to accommodation of the needs of individuals with disabilities in their employment and other related activities.

 

Role of the Individual

Criteria for Individual Responsibility


Individuals who wish reasonable accommodation designed for his or her particular needs should:


1. Contact, in writing or in person, the appropriate individual to discuss accommodations.

 

2. Participate in the procedure for requesting reasonable accommodations.

Contact Person:

Employment
Director of Human Resources
(308) 865-8426
Founders Hall 1200

Facilities
Director of Facilities
(308)865-1700
General Services Building


Rights and Responsibilities of Individuals with Disabilities 

Rights and Responsibilities of the University of Nebraska at Kearney