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The University of Iowa is home to numerous groups who provide academic and technical support, advocacy, and services for people with disabilities. The following listings can help you to locate academic and employment services, advocacy groups, and communities of practice.

Accessibility@IOWA

Housed in the Information Security and Policy Office, the Digital Accessibility Coordinator supports the IT Accessibility Policy and also provides training and consultation for individuals and groups seeking to improve the accessibility of their university-sponsored technologies. This role also facilitates the UI Digital Accessibility Liaisons, a grassroots group of staff members who act as first contact for digital and IT accessibility in their home units.

Visit the Accessibility@IOWA Website

Student Disability Services

Student Disability Services (SDS) facilitates academic accommodations and services for students with disabilities to ensure everyone has equal access to course materials and activities. SDS is located on the first floor of the University Capitol Center.

Visit the Student Disability Services Website

Faculty/Staff Disability Services

Faculty and Staff Disability Services (FSDS) is charged with providing leadership, expertise and consultative intervention to all University of Iowa faculty, staff and department management in matters related to employment and health conditions. FSDS is located in the University Services Building.

Visit the FSDS Website

Office of Teaching, Learning & Technology

The Office of Teaching, Learning & Technology (OTLT) supports, develops, and encourages faculty and TA professional teaching and learning strategies, including support for a wide variety of instructional technology solutions and expert assessment consulting and resources. OTLT is located on the second floor of the University Capitol Center.

Visit the OTLT Website