Temporary Impairments
The Disability Access Office (DAO) works with students experiencing a temporary impairment due to injury or surgical recovery to establish reasonable short-term accommodations. Temporary impairments refer to non-recurring medical conditions of short duration (generally six months or less) that significantly impact a major life activity.
Students requesting accommodations for a temporary impairment should complete an application online and attach supporting documentation. Documentation for temporary impairments should indicate the current impact of the condition and provide an estimated recovery time.
If you are unable to access your housing due to an injury and need immediate assistance, DAO will prioritize your application and address your needs as soon as possible. In these cases, please also inform your Resident Dean. Requests are reviewed Monday-Friday during regular business hours.
Students experiencing short-term illnesses such as a cold or the flu who are requesting extensions or excused absences should seek assistance and documentation of their illness from HUHS to share directly with their Resident Dean.