How to Access Academic Accommodations
*Accommodations are also known as ‘academic adjustments and auxiliary aids’
Must be done each semester
- Ensure you are an active DSP&S student. You can contact the DSP&S office at 559-325-5050 to determine your status.
- It is advised that you meet with your DSP&S counselor once a semester to review your approved accommodations on your Academic Accommodation Plan (AAP).
- It is important to discuss how your accommodations can work for you in your classes so you can be successful.
- Login to your DSP&S AIM portal and customize your accommodations for each course. Accessible Information Management (AIM)
- Once you have requested your accommodations via AIM DSP&S will email your Faculty Notification Letter (FNL) to the course instructor for the active semester.
- Work with the DSP&S staff and your instructors to coordinate your accommodations. Feel free to make as many appointments as needed with DSP&S staff to learn how to utilize your accommodations.
- DSP&S encourages you to meet with your instructors during a private office hour to talk about academic accommodations. If you need assistance, your DPS&S counselor can act as a liaison.
- Reach out to DSP&S with any questions related to your academic accommodations.
- Notify your DSP&S counselor immediately if reasonable accommodations are not implemented in an effective or timely manner.