Disability Resources for Students (DRS) Services Utilization Among School of Public Health Students

Abstract: University students with disabilities have more access to higher education yet significant barriers to full utilization of accommodations exist. We used a survey methodology to assess University of Washington Public Health student opinions of student disability services on campus. I found expected proportions of different genders, ethnicities, and frequency of individuals who self-identify as disabled. The data also revealed that one-third of Public Health students receive accommodations. Importantly, one-third of those who receive accommodations find it difficult to get them. Working with accessibility support staff and faculty can help alleviate this burden.

Author dc:creator

• Wajdik, Chandra Dawn

Advisor dc:contributor.advisor

• Spigner, Clarence

• accessibility
• accommodations
• barriers
• disability
• services
• university
• Public health
• Mental health
• Medicine

Statement dc:rights

• CC BY

Language dc:language.iso

en_US

Handle dc:identifier.uri

https://hdl.handle.net/1773/55104

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:digital.lib.washington.edu:1773/55104