Getting Started with ASL/CART
Students
All students approved for ASL, CART, FM Systems or Closed Captioning should follow the steps below to ensure they have their accommodations in place for all of their courses, meetings, and events:
Step 1: Looking to register for accommodation? Learn more:
Step 2: Approved for Accommodations/in need of support? Schedule a meeting with the ASL/CART Specialist:
Step 3: Already met with ASL/CART Specialist? Make a new service request:
The ASL/CART Specialist coordinates all of the services for our students approved for ASL/CART/FM and captioning. This population primarily includes students who are d/Deaf and Hard of Hearing, students with auditory processing disorders and those who are neurodivergent. They will be your point of contact for all things related to ASL/CART/FM Systems or Captioning while at Rutgers.
The ASL/CART Specialist is fluent in American Sign Language. If that is your preferred method of communication please indicate that when scheduling your meeting (see link above).
Useful Information before your meeting
- Those new to services, many not understand a lot of the terminology that has been used. Terms to know:
- Rutgers University has a wealth of resources and offers many services including, but not limited to: In-person and Remote Live Captioning (CART Services), In person or remote ASL interpreting, Professional Captioning on all videos as well as assistance with Audio devices like such as FM systems.
Attending your meeting
Once you have scheduled your meeting, you will receive information on how to attend.
- If virtual follow the zoom link provided.
- If in-person meet at our office located at - 335 George Street New Brunswick NJ 08901.
- Please note: Automated captions are always available via zoom. However, you are also welcome to request a professional CART captioner or ASL Interpreter for any meeting. Please make note of this request when scheduling your meeting.