Reporting ADA Barriers
The University of Vermont is committed to maintaining an accessible and welcoming environment for individuals with disabilities. Your feedback is critical to helping the University achieve its goal of seamless access.
If you have comments, concerns, or complaints about any experience with accessibility at the University, please complete the Accessibility Feedback and Barrier Report Form. You will receive an initial response within 5 business days.
If your concern is time sensitive or if you need assistance completing this form, contact access@uvm.edu or (802) 656-7753
If there is a grounds, custodial, or facilities barrier that needs immediate attention, contact SOS in Physical Plant at sos@uvm.edu or (802) 656-2560.
If there is a facilities barrier in a Residence Hall that needs immediate attention, alert the front desk staff. If it is after 4:30 pm, alert a member of the Residence Education Team.
ADA Compliance
The Office Accessibility Services assists the University in maintaining compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and upholding our commitment, policies, and procedures to ensure equal access for our community members who have disabilities. The Office Accessibility Services supports both students and employees with any concerns regarding disability-based discrimination or retaliation.
UVM has clear policy regarding non-discrimination and the provision of reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. See UVM's Accessibility Policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ADA?
This federal law prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in employment, public services, places of public accommodation, and in telecommunications.
Who is Protected Under the ADA?
- To receive protection under the ADA, an individual has to meet the legal definition of being a person with a disability.
- The ADA defines disability as having a substantial physical or mental impairment that significantly impacts a major life activity, having a record of such impairment, or being regarded as an individual who has such an impairment. This can include temporary conditions, if they are significant enough to limit a major life activity.
- In order to receive protections under the ADA in employment or the classroom, a person must also be a Qualified Individual.
- A Qualified Individual is someone who has the required background and can perform the essential functions and meet technical standards, with or without reasonable accommodations.
What Are UVM's Procedures for Requesting Accommodations?
Currently, UVM has separate procedures for employees and students regarding the request of accommodations.
Procedure for Employees and Applicants for Employment
See the Procedural Guidelines for Disability Accommodation for Employees and Applicants for Employment or contact the ADA/504 Coordinator at 802-656-3368 or via Accessibility@uvm.edu.
Procedure for Students
Please see university operating procedure for Disability Certification, Accommodation and Support -Students. You may also contact Student Accessibility Services via access@uvm.edu or call 802-656-7753 to learn about the procedure for requesting academic and residential accommodations.