Tag: Student Accessibility Services
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UW-Green Bay’s new Student Accessibility web site designed to help students remove barriers to learning
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At UW-Green Bay, we believe that everyone should have access to higher education. But the belief isn’t enough. In order to support our mission of access for all, we’re taking actionable steps—and learning from our mistakes. One way in which we’re striving to fulfill our mission is through our Student Accessibility Office. This office is…
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Attend the WCPA “Professional Development Institute”, focusing on disability on campus
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The Wisconsin College Personnel Association (WCPA) will focus their “Professional Development Institute”, on disability on campus and advocating for accessibility. Sessions will take place Thursday, April 20 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Housing and Residential Education has sponsored our institutional registration so all UW-Green Bay faculty, staff and students can participate in any of the…
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Campus Cupboard spring food drive challenge!
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April 10-14 is the annual spring department food competition and essential drive for the Campus Cupboard on the four campus locations! The original Campus Cupboard food drive trophy is located in the Green Bay campus Student Accessibility Services, the winners of the last competition. This spring drive will have four trophies, one for each campus.…
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UW-Green Bay web development team launches two redesigned web sites
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Accessibility website – In his open letter to the community, Chancellor Mike Alexander said our mission is to be a university that “provides access to education for all who want it.” Part of that mission requires the ability to provide accessible services for everyone across campus. Our newly redesigned Accessibility website aims to furnish policy information…
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UW-Green Bay Student Spotlight: Kaylee Mueller
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October is the National Disability Employment Awareness month, so this week we are showcasing Kaylee Mueller, a psychology major and new office assistant in Student Accessibility Services. Say hello to Kaylee, UW-Green Bay sophomore and fierce advocate for people with disabilities. Her on-campus position as office assistant for UW-Green Bay’s Student Accessibility Services places her…
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National Disability Employment Awareness month
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Observed annually in October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) celebrates the contributions of America’s workers with disabilities past and present. We recognize the Disability is part of the Equity Equation. Please look for posters, blogs and information this month across all UW-Green Bay campuses that celebrates disability and access. Faculty and staff are encourage…
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Reminder: Allies for Inclusion: The Ability Exhibit, Oct. 20-22
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A ribbon-cutting kicks-off the Allies for Inclusion Exhibit, on Wednesday, Oct. 20 at 10 a.m., University Union, Cloud A Lounge (210A), Green Bay Campus. This is a public event to promote the inclusion of people with disabilities through respect for others, comfort during interactions, and awareness of disability issues. This exhibit is sponsored by Student…
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Announcement regarding changes to the Committee on Accessibility Issues
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“As UW-Green Bay continues to enhance its efforts related to equity, diversity, and inclusivity, we wanted to share changes to our institutional Committee on Accessibility Issues. These changes are being made to better demonstrate our commitment to accessibility for our students, faculty, staff, and the greater community. First, in an effort to align with the…
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Student Accessibility Services: New name, same services
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Disability Services has officially changed its name to Student Accessibility Services. Check out their new website, www.uwgb.edu/sas. Faculty and instructional staff will find helpful syllabi statements that can be cut and pasted into courses. For examples of written statements, visit this Syllabus Examples page. Please welcome new employee, Officer Manager Erin Beres. For any questions, the…
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New name, same services, but bringing accessibility to a higher level!
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Starting in January 2021, the Disability Services Office will change its name to Student Accessibility Services (SAS). As part of the University Inclusivity and Student Affairs Division, SAS continues to strive for inclusivity and we hope the modernization of the name change will encourage more student to utilize our services for access. “We are excited…