
Sara Venezian-Director of ACCESSibility
(914) 674-7523
Christina Locario-ACCESSibility Specialist
(914) 674-7624
Learn more about the services offered by ACCESS
Download the Faculty ACCESSibility Toolkit here that will assist you with your students and transitioning to Online Classes.
When a student appears to be displaying academic difficulties which are not congruent with the perceived ability of the student, you may question whether there is a possible disability present. However you should not make any statements to the student which could be perceived to be either a diagnosis or a presumption of fact.
Instead, we suggest letting the student know that there are a number of resources available to them at Mercy College including tutoring services through the Center for Academic Excellence and Innovation, counseling services through the Counseling Center, and accommodations through ACCESS. Be sure to give the student our contact information.
Provide the student with the contact information for The Office of ACCESSibility.
Office of ACCESSibility
Phone: (914) 674-7764
Fax: (914)-674-7852
Email: Accessibility@mercy.edu
Email The Office of ACCESSibility at Accessibility@mercy.edu .
Universal Design of Learning – UDL
A framework for designing curricula that enable all individuals to gain knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm from learning. Provides rich supports for learning and reduces barriers to the curriculum while maintaining high achievement standards for all.
As per the Provost's Office, it is required that all syllabi contain the the following statement for students with disabilities. Additionally, please be sure to make this announcement to the class on the first day. In this way, faculty can help facilitate success for students by increasing awareness of a vital campus resource
"Mercy College is committed to achieving equal educational opportunities and full participation for persons with disabilities. Persons with disabilities who may need classroom accommodations are encouraged to contact the Office of ACCESSibility before the semester begins to learn about the different accommodations available and the process for obtaining reasonable accommodation(s). Please contact the Office at (914) 674-7764, accessibility@mercy.edu or visit our website at www.mercy.edu/student-affairs/access."
Accommodation Memorandum
Proctor Request Form
Our office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM at the Dobbs Ferry campus. We are also available at any campus or location by appointment.
For questions, appointments, or sending in documentation:
Visit us in Main Hall, Room 121 (Dobbs Ferry Campus)
Call us: (914) 674-7764
Fax documents: (914) 674-7852
Email us: accessibility@mercy.edu