MISSION

The mission of Student Disability Services is to act as a catalyst to:

• Advocate equal access and inclusion through Universal Design for all University of Memphis students to all University programs and activities
• Encourage understanding of disability by educating all members of the University community
• Promote development and independence of students with disabilities

SDS Goals

• Develop independence, responsibility and accountability in SWD.
• Improve student access to and use of Assistive Technology (AT) to increase academic success and independence.
• Increase retention and graduation rates of SWD.
• Assist students to identify, develop and demonstrate the career competencies necessary for success in their chosen fields.
• Assist students to establish a connection to the U of M.
• Increase knowledge and understanding of disability across the U of M community.