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Disability Resource Center

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116 Smith Memorial Student Union | 1825 SW Broadway | Portland, OR 97201
Phone: (503) 725-4150 | Fax: (503) 725-4103 | TTY/Relay: (503) 725-6504 | Email: drc@pdx.edu
At this time, Google Apps are not satisfactorily accessible for people who use screen reading software. Please do not use Google Apps in your classes because a student using a screen reader will not be able to access them.

Mission

The mission of the Disability Resource Center (DRC) is to collaborate with and empower students who have disabilities in order to coordinate support services and programs that enable access to an education and university life. To accomplish this goal, the DRC provides pre-admission and disability counseling, educational training, advocacy and a variety of accommodations for equal access to the educational process and campus life.

Vision

The DRC envisions a future in which everyone, including people living with a disability, is a fully integrated, participating member of their community. We envision a future in which the students we work with have the same opportunities as all PSU graduates to independence, productivity, and a satisfying quality of life.

Values

Our decisions and actions are guided by our values, which are:

Student focus
Our aim is to provide the best possible services.

Respect
Our behavior recognizes the values, contribution and diversity of individuals.

Integrity
We act honestly and ethically.

Accountability
We are accountable for our decisions and actions.

Collaboration
We engage with our stakeholders.

Learning
We continuously improve our services.

To accomplish this, the DRC provides pre-admission and disability counseling, advocacy, educational training, and a variety of accommodations for equal access to the educational process and campus at Portland State University.

The DRC also provides referral services for:
  • Learning disability assessment
  • Psychological assessment
  • Assistive technology assessment and training

Academic Calendar for DRC Students - 2011/2012

This calendar provides important dates for DRC events only. Please refer to the PSU Academic Calendar for all critical dates related to the academic year.

Fall Term 2011
Priority Registration - May 2-5
Service Requests Due - September 19 (this is especially important if your accommodations include interpreting/captioning, room changes, or furniture placement)
Note Taking Invoices Due - December 9

Winter Term 2012
Priority Registration - Starts October 31. Regular registration begins November 7.
Service Requests Due - January 3 (this is especially important if your accommodations include interpreting/captioning, room changes, or furniture placement)
Note Taking Invoices Due - March 19

Spring Term 2012
Priority Registration - Starts February 13. Regular registration begins February 20.
Service Requests Due - March 14 (this is especially important if your accommodations include interpreting/captioning, room changes, or furniture placement)
Note Taking Invoices Due - June 11

Summer Term 2012
No Priority Registration
Service Requests Due - June 4 (this is especially important if your accommodations include interpreting/captioning, room changes, or furniture placement)
Note Taking Invoices Due - September 7