Office of Disability Services

Welcome to the Jones International University Office of Disability Services (ODS) website! The ODS provides services to JIU students with permanent disabilities and serious health issues. As a student with a disability at JIU, it is important that you understand your rights and responsibilities. While you are here, we encourage you to review the ODS Mission and Policy and our Frequently Asked Questions to gain a better understanding of how the ODS is here to support you. The Tools & Resources section is a great place to learn about programs and technology that may be helpful to your academic success at JIU and your future career!

To request an accommodation with the ODS, please see Accommodation Requests to review eligibility, documentation requirements, and required forms.

Contact Information

JIU's Disability Services (DS) Coordinator is the principal point of contact for students seeking or receiving accommodations. All questions or concerns about the Office of Disability Services shall be directed to the DS Coordinator.

Mission

The JIU Office of Disability Services mission is to work in partnership with students, staff, faculty, and University administrators to facilitate and deliver reasonable accommodations to students with documented disabilities so they have equal access to the online programs, services, and activities within the institution.

Policy

Jones International University (JIU) recognizes and fulfills its obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.), as amended (ADAAA 2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and similar state laws. JIU is committed to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified students with disabilities in its educational programs, services, and activities, as required by applicable law. The determination of reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities, as well as compliance with the law, is the responsibility of JIU's Office of Disability Services. JIU's Disability Services (DS) Coordinator is the central point of contact for students seeking an accommodation and with any questions or concerns in connection therewith.

JIU prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities and provides training and resources to its personnel in order to encourage and increase sensitivity and awareness of disability issues.

JIU will strive to provide services and access to academic courses and programs in accordance with these policies and procedures. JIU respects the independence, rights, and dignity of people with disabilities, therefore identifying oneself and/or requesting accommodations is completely voluntary.

JIU understands the sensitive nature of a student's personal information and other data, including those students with disabilities, and will handle such information in a confidential manner in accordance with applicable data privacy laws.