April marks the first Disability Awareness Month sponsored by Disability Services at Carleton. Chris Dallager, Director of Disability Services, and Andy Christensen, Assistant Director, have overseen many changes in the office in the past year. While the office continues to facilitate accommodations for students, advocate for accessibility on campus, and educate campus staff and faculty on best practices, Disability Services is also increasing its visibility.
Last summer, the office introduced Disability Peer Leaders to mentor students and plan programming. In December, Disability Services moved to its new space in Henry House, which was previously occupied by Student Financial Services. Now, Disability Services is rolling out a month of increased awareness of disability at Carleton. Disability Awareness Month will feature posters around campus highlighting information on invisible disabilities, as well as personal stories and messages about disability through local media. Additionally, TRIO--whose mission is to serve low-income, first-generation, and students with disabilities--is excited to focus on the intersections of socioeconomic status and disability at their spring Class Act on Friday, April 20 from 4:30-6 p.m. in the Great Hall.
To learn more about the role Disability Services plays on campus, visit Disability Services at Carleton
