Referring a Student to Disability Services

It is a good idea for faculty/instructors to refer a student to the Office of Disability Services (ODS) if:

• They have provided you with medical documentation.
• They have requested an accommodation from you, but you have not received an official Letter of Accommodation from ODS.
• They have disclosed to you that they have a disability, but you have not received an official Letter of Accommodation from ODS.

If a student is struggling in your class, and you are concerned, you can refer them to their campus ODS along with other campus specific resources, such as the Learning Centers. By referring the student to multiple support services, you are not implying any one reason that may be the cause of their struggles in your classroom, but instead offering them multiple ways of getting the support that is best for their needs.