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Boston University takes great pride in the academic and personal achievements of its many students and alumni with disabilities. The University is committed to providing equivalent and integrated access for individuals with disabilities to all the academic, social, cultural, and recreational programs it offers.<\/p>\n
Graduate Medical Sciences, as well, is committed to providing this same standard of excellence to all students with documented learning, physical and other disabilities enrolled in degree-granting programs whether\u00a0 part-time, full-time, online or in-person. We want to ensure each GMS student can engage fully with their learning community in the classroom, the clinic, the laboratory or elsewhere so they can advance and achieve their academic, personal and professional goals.<\/p>\n
The Admissions Office in GMS, in accordance with the\u00a0<\/span>Americans with Disabilities Act<\/a><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973<\/a><\/span>, does not discriminate against qualified applicants to any of our over 30 different master\u2019s or doctoral programs. Here in GMS we promote an all-inclusive and diverse environment that builds a strong, enriching, and collaborative learning community. In fact, we expect students to abide by a set of\u00a0<\/span>GMS Technical Standard<\/span>s<\/a>\u00a0that signal a high level of competence across the range of knowledge, critical judgment, and technical skills generally expected of scientists and health-related professionals.<\/span><\/p>\n Learn More <\/strong>Here about the GMS\u00a0Disability Services & Minimum Technical Standards Policy<\/strong><\/a> Students with learning-related disabilities receive accommodations and support to “level the playing field” and provide equal access so all students can be successful. Each student’s services are personalized based on their specific needs and takes into account the Program they are enrolled in and when necessary will work with the faculty to meet the needs of both the student and the Program.<\/p>\n If you would like to chat about services, please reach out to the DAS office on the Charles River Campus by calling 617-353-3658.<\/a><\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n In order to receive services and accommodation(s) for a disability, students must be evaluated and approved by the Boston University Disabilities and Access Services<\/a> (BU DAS). Students are required to follow the outlined steps provided by DAS in order to receive accommodations. Students are encouraged to reach out to GMSDAS@bu.edu<\/a> with any specific questions about the process.<\/p>\n NOTE: This process is confidential. At no time will DAS share any student health\/disability information with GMS, your program director, or faculty.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n If you are a BU undergraduate and are starting a formal program in GMS (Masters or PhD), or are enrolled in a certificate program\u00a0 or as non-degree student, and had accommodations as a BU undergraduate, you must call Disability and Access Services (DAS) at 617-353-3658 and set up an appointment (remote or in-person).<\/p>\n You must request to have your Dean’s letter with approved accommodations sent to the GMS liaison as GMS does not follow the same process as the CRC.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n If you are a master’s or PhD student graduating and starting in another program at BU (Medical, Dental, PhD, etc. ) and had accommodations as a graduate student, you must call Disability and Access Services (DAS) at 617-353-3658 and set up an appointment (remote or in-person).<\/p>\n You must request to have your approved accommodations sent to your new school. Each school is different regarding how they handle accommodations, especially schools on the medical campus.<\/p>\n Please connect with DAS and formally have your documentation confirmed and sent to your new program to be sure your accommodations are in place for your first exam.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n If you have a concern of a barrier to access on campus, use this form to report. If you are in need of an accommodation , reach out to one of the offices below.<\/p>\n Report Accessibility Concern On Campus<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n
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\nStudent Resources<\/span><\/h4>\n
Do I Need Accommodations ?<\/h4>
\nStudents who are interested in receiving accommodations should review the DAS (Disability & Access Services<\/a><\/span>) website. If you have not had services before sample accommodations include support services such as extra time on exams, a quiet room to take the exam with less distraction, note taker, sign-language interpreter, assistive technology or other support that may include coordination of housing or travel, etc.<\/p>\nRequest Accommodations<\/h4>
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Transferring Accommodations from BU Undergrad to GMS<\/h4>
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\nFaculty and Staff Resources<\/span><\/h4>\n
Faculty & Staff: How to Request Accommodations<\/h4>
\nFaculty and Staff seeking\u00a0<\/span>workplace<\/strong>,<\/em>\u00a0disability related accommodations, including HP parking, should register with the\u00a0<\/span>Equal Opportunity Office<\/span><\/a>. Feel free to send them an email at<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>accomm@bu.edu<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n
Staff and Faculty Extend Boston University Disability Support (SAFEBUDS)SAFEBUDS<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\nBU Equal Opportunity Office<\/a> \u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\nBU Human Resources Page on FMLA<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nClassroom & Event Resources<\/h4>
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\nGeneral Resources<\/span><\/h4>\n
BU Disability & Access Services <\/h4>
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Report an Accessibility Concern On Campus<\/h4>
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