The right to participate equally in and benefit from any courses or activities offered
that the student would be otherwise eligible for to the full extent possible with
consideration to program and activity integrity.
The right to be treated as an individual with respect for his/her own ability to make
decisions.
The right to have access to accommodations and services that equalize his/her educational
experience.
The right to access to all information pertinent to educational decisions including
but not limited to catalogs, class schedules, handbooks, personal records, and personnel
to answer questions.
The right to expect that all legal rights of the student will be protected.
The right to utilize a grievance procedure if dissatisfied with services provided
by the Disability Resource Center.
Student Responsibilities
Students working with Office of DRC are expected:
To satisfy all obligations (which are not barriers due to disability) that other students
have to meet in order to maintain institutional academic and vocational standards.
To self identify as an individual with a disability. All disclosures are voluntary
but are required if accommodations are desired.
To request accommodations prior to the beginning of each term and make use of said
accommodations.
To report any difficulties with accommodations in a timely manner so the problem can
be resolved.
To follow all published policies and procedures associated with NFC and the Disability
Resource Center.
To request assistance in courses and training in self-advocacy if needed.
To self advocate with any school, federal, state, and private entities to ensure that
services and funding are provided appropriately.