Kansas State University Parent Guide
Disability Support Services
The goal of the DSS office is, “for each student with a disability to have the opportunity to realize his or her greatest potential.”
To accomplish this goal, there are a variety of academic options available that are unique to each student. Students may have “Letters of Accommodation” sent from DSS staff to their instructors, as well as testing accommodation requests. An Adaptive Technology Lab, located in Hale Library, provides screen readers, which can read text aloud, and various other resources.
In addition, students may utilize other types of support, such as the free tutoring available to all K-State students. A writing specialist is available to work with students with disabilities through the Educational Supportive Services department who partners with DSS. The DSS Shuttle Service provides transportation between buildings to students with temporary injuries or permanent disabilities.
Every March, DSS puts on K-State For All, a series of disability awareness events. This year, events included a Stuff-a-Bear Benefit to support children with disabilities; MS: My Secret, a play written by K-State graduate student Sarah Price to express what life is like with multiple sclerosis; and an art exhibit featuring work by adults with developmental disabilities. With K-State For All, DSS has helped spread disability awareness through a variety of events for the public.
To determine eligibility, a student should complete an application in the Disability Support Services Office, 202 Holton Hall, or visit Disability Support Services
