Campus Accessibility
Suite A-131
Hours
Mon - Fri
8am - 5pm
Commitment to Access
Worcester State University is committed to being an inclusive community in which our diversity enhances learning for all and in which people from all cultures and backgrounds have the opportunity to participate fully and succeed.
Public Notice of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Worcester State provides equal access to its programs, services, and employment for all persons including persons with disabilities. It is the policy of the University to maintain an academic and work environment free of discrimination. If you have concerns related to non-discrimination policies or a grievance related to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact Student Accessibility Services.
Students & Visitors
Students and visitors who anticipate needing accommodations due to a
disability, or who have questions about access, may contact Student Accessibility Services.
Employees
Faculty and staff members should contact human resources and equal opportunity with
their accommodation requests.
Website Accessibility Statement
Worcester State University is committed to providing access to all individuals, with or without disabilities, seeking information on our website. Worcester State University strives to comply with the standards of the World Wide Web Consortium’s Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0.
If, because of a disability, you are unable to access content on the main Worcester State University website, have questions about the accessibility of content or technology used by Worcester State, and/or would like to report barriers to accessing any technology used, including this website, please email accessibility@worcester.edu.
Facility Access
Campus accessibility fact sheet
If you require immediate assistance with a facility access issue, please contact University Police Department at 508-929-8911.
Handicapped Parking
A number of parking spaces have been designated on campus for vehicles displaying a valid handicapped license plate or official placard from the Registry of Motor Vehicles. These spaces have been identified by signs and painted stripes on each parking space. Each space is designated by a yellow handicap access symbol.
Commuter and Resident Students: If you have a temporary mobility-related issue, we strongly encourage you to request a temporary Handicapped Parking placard with your healthcare provider’s office. Resident students must complete the Parking Application form.
Planning an Event
If you are planning an event for the Worcester State community, please include the following information on all communications, print and electronic:
To request an accommodation for this event, please contact Student Accessibility Services at accessibility@worcester.edu or call 508-929-8733.
Accommodations for Students
If you would like to explore reasonable educational accommodations, classroom accommodations, and/or housing accommodations, please contact Student Accessibility Services.
Accommodations for Employees
If you need accommodations as an employee, please contact Susan Moore, Director of Employee Services at 508-929-8117.
Alternative Format Materials & Communication
If you find that you are unable to access web or online content, please contact Fran Manocchio in Student Accessibility Services at 508-929-8733 for support with obtaining alternative format materials (e.g., large print or electronic). If you require an alternative means of communication, such as a Sign Language interpreter, please contact Fran Manocchio in Student Accessibility Services at 508-929-8733.
Resources for Grievances
Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD)
https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-commission-against-discrimination
Email: mcad@mass.gov
Phone: 617-994-6000
U. S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights
https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/addresses.html
Email: ocr.boston@ed.gov
Phone: 617-289-0111
Suite A-131
Hours
Mon - Fri
8am - 5pm