Disability Resource Center

Registration with Disability Resource Center Questions

What types of disabilities or conditions are eligible for services through the Disability Resource Center?
Any recognized disability or condition that causes a substantial limitation in a major life activity is eligible for services from the Disability Resource Center. These disabilities can range from physical, mobility, vision, hearing, psychiatric, learning, attention deficit disorder, drug recovery to give a few categories in which we can offer assistance

How can I get registered with Disability Resource Center (DRC)?
To get registered with Disability Resource Center just call (518) 442-5490 for an appointment and come meet with one of the staff. To facilitate the process it would be helpful if you bring along the documentation of your disability. Most academic accommodations begin once you have completed the registration process- and current documentation is necessary to complete registration.

Why would a student with a Disability WANT to register with the Disability Resource Center for services?
By registering and having documentation on file, a student can take advantage of services and academic accommodations, as soon as s/he needs them. Everything is in place, and there is no delay in the provision of service. If a student waits until s/he encounter difficulties, then a delay in receiving services can occur, as current documentation needs to be on file before services are provided.

Why would a student with a Disability NOT WANT to register with the Disability Resource Center for services?
Some students may have developed sufficient coping strategies that their disability is no longer impacting their ability to learn or have access to the University. They may have chosen a major that directly addresses their strengths, and has minimal impact on the areas of their weakness. They may find that using all the help resource available at the University, such as the Writing Center, professor’s office hours and the Tutoring office, provides all the assistance that they need.

Other students may not register because they no longer want to be “labeled or considered different”. Those students decide to try the University experience without any accommodations. Some student do just fine, others come in at a later date and begin the process of supplying documentation to receive services. UNLIKE high school, no disclosure about your disability can be made with our your specific permission and approval.