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Where can I find a list of accessible entrances on campus?

You can find all accessible entrances listed on the interactive campus map. To view accessible entrances, select "accessibility" on the left-hand menu.

What accommodations are available to me as a student with a disability?

Chapman University is committed to providing support services to achieve equal access to the education experience. Disability Services (DS) approves and coordinates accommodations and services for students with disabilities at Chapman to help students acquire skills essential to achieve academic and personal success. Information about registering with Disability Services is available, You can find more information about accommodations such as sign language interrelation, use of voice recorders in classes.

DEAN OF STUDENTS OFFICE

The Dean of Students Office, as with all concerns, serves as a resource for students by assisting in matters that impact the learning of all students.

Contact: Jerry Price | Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students | (714) 997-6721 | jprice@chapman.edu | Argyros Forum 101

DeAnn Yocum Gaffney | Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Associate Dean of Students | (714) 997-6721 | gaffney@chapman.edu | Argyros Forum 101

Chris Hutchison | Assistant Dean of Students | (714) 628-7321 | hutchiso@chapman.edu | Argyros Forum 303F

Lisette Martínez Gutiérrez | Case Manager, Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs & Dean of Students | (714) 532-6042 | martinezgutierrez@chapman.edu | Argyros Forum 302A

ACCESSIBLE ENTRANCES

To view a list of accessible entrances at Chapman, click "Accessibility" on the campus interactive map.

CENTER FOR GLOBAL EDUCATION

Chapman University encourages students of all identities to partake in study abroad. Visit the Center for Global Education’s Diversity, Access, & Identity student resource webpage and scroll down to the Students with Disabilities section. You will find information to that supports students with disabilities in going abroad. If you have a learning or physical disability, the Center for Global Education can help you find a program that will best fit your needs.

Contact: Jodi Hicks | Assistant Director of Overseas Programs | (714) 997-6629 | jebner@chapman.edu

CHAPMAN DIVERSITY PROJECT

The Chapman Diversity Project, sponsored by the Office of the Provost, endeavors to bring students, staff, faculty, administrators and trustees together for meaningful dialogue focused on developing strategic priorities and recommendations for diversity and inclusion at Chapman.

Chapman’s Advisory Groups evaluate and recommend services, policies and programs for enhancing diversity and inclusion. Each Advisory Group is comprised of students, staff, faculty, administrators and trustees and is open to people of all identities. Learn more about the Advisory Group on the Status of Disability & Accessibility.

CROSS-CULTURAL CENTER

The mission of the Cross-Cultural Center has always been about student learning. Specifically, our work is guided by the following Student Affairs Learning Outcome: A Value and Respect for Differences - students will learn to recognize, respect, and value diverse experiences, ideas, backgrounds, and identities.

Contact: Argyros Forum 304 | (714) 997-6735 | crossculturalcenter@chapman.edu

Official Hours: Monday- Friday 7 a.m.-midnight; Saturday- Sunday 8 a.m.-midnight

CROSS-CULTURAL EDUCATION AND RESOURCE TEAM

CERT is an advisory group comprised of faculty, staff, and students devoted to a stronger, more inclusive community at Chapman. CERT works to empower students following potential bias incidents that affect our campus community.

DIVERSITY AFFAIRS COMMITTEE

The Diversity Affairs Committee addresses issues of diversity and equity affecting the campus. The committee actively seeks the concerns of underrepresented groups on campus and challenges itself to solve those issues. If you have an issue involving an underrepresented group on campus, please contact the Diversity Affairs Chair.

DISABILITY SERVICES

The Disability Services Office is designed to help students who have average or above average potential for learning and who exhibit significant difficulties due to a disability. We will support students to understand his/her limited abilities and compensate for them with ADA accommodations and alternative resources as well. Here at Chapman, we want to prepare students for the future by practicing self-advocacy. We will help guide the student on that journey by utilizing all available resources.

Contact: Shirley Kim | Counseling & Disability Services Assistant| (714) 516-4520 |shirlkim@chapman.edu|410 N. Glassell Street (House between Public Safety & Student Health

FRANCES SMITH CENTER IN CREAN COLLEGE

Under the auspices of Chapman University’s Marriage and Family Therapy Program, the Center operates as a non-profit clinic for individuals, couples, families, and children. The dual mission of the Center is to provide high quality and affordable mental health services to the local community and to provide an excellent training and research environment to the graduate students in the Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) program at Chapman University.

Contact: (714) 997-6746

HUMAN RESOURCES

Chapman University is committed to providing an environment which is free of any form of harassment and discrimination. You can report any instances of harassment and/or discrimination to the Equal Opportunity and Diversity Officer. The Equal Opportunity and Diversity Officer is also the ADA/504 Compliance Officer responsible for ensuring that policies and procedures developed by the campus comply with federal, state and University requirements

Contact: Misha Martinez | Equal Opportunity and Diversity Officer, Human Resources | (714) 997-6847 | mismarti@chapman.edu

LEATHERBY LIBRARIES ASSISTANCE AND TECHNOLOGIES

The Leatherby Libraries are committed to providing access to library services for all patrons in the Chapman community. The Library provides access to research materials and services through reasonable accommodations such as readily accessible adaptive technology and software, special equipment and personal assistance. The information on this Patrons with Disabilities Portal website is provided to help users with disabilities make the most efficient use of library facilities, materials and services.

STUDENT PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELING SERVICES

Student Psychological Counseling Services (SPCS) provides psychotherapy to students at Chapman University and is staffed with licensed and professional psychologists, counselors and counselor interns.

Student Psychological Counseling Services will be offering the following group sessions this fall:

Contact: Andrea Killian | Counseling & Disability Services Coordinator | (714) 516-4520 | s pcs@chapman.edu |410 N. Glassell Street (House between Public Safety & Student Health)

THOMPSON POLICY INSTITUTE

The Thompson Policy Institute (TPI) on Disability and Autism is a new think tank that will gather data and develop its own independent research to study and, when appropriate, advocate on topics surrounding the issues of disability and autism. The Institute’s aim will be to educate policymakers and decision-makers on these topics toward improving the quality of lives of children and adults with disabilities and their families.

Contact: tpi@chapman.edu

ACTIVE MINDS

Active Minds is the only organization working to utilize the student voice to change the conversation about mental health on college campuses. By developing and supporting chapters of a student-run mental health awareness, education, and advocacy group on campuses, the organization works to increase students’ awareness of mental health issues, provide information and resources regarding mental health and mental illness, encourage students to seek help as soon as it is needed, and serve as liaison between students and the mental health community.

Contact: activemindschapman@gmail.com

AbilityFirst offers after school program for children with physical and developmental disabilities and provides a variety of social and recreational activities. Contact: (714) 821-7448 | 2660 West Broadway, Anaheim, California 92804

National Alliance on Mental Health Orange County is a grassroots, family and consumer self-help support and advocacy organization dedicated to improving the lives of people with severe mental illnesses, i.e., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder (manic depression), clinical depression, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and PTSD. Contact: (714) 544-8488 | 1810 East 17th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92705

LD Online seeks to help children and adults reach their full potential by providing accurate and up-to-date information and advice about learning disabilities and ADHD. The site features hundreds of helpful articles, multimedia, monthly columns by noted experts, first person essays, children’s writing and artwork, a comprehensive resource guide, very active forums, and a Yellow Pages referral directory of professionals, schools, and products.

Learning Disabilities Association of America provides cutting edge information on learning disabilities, practical solutions, and a comprehensive network of resources.

Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder was founded in 1987 in response to the frustration and sense of isolation experienced by parents and their children with AD/HD.

Learning Ally records the textbooks used in schools from coast to coast, in every grade level and every subject area. In addition to the classics, Learning Ally also works to provide the most current editions of state adopted texts.

ADDitude has provided clear, accurate, user-friendly information and advice from the leading experts and practitioners in mental health and learning.

International Dyslexia Association helps individuals with dyslexia and their supporters.

Advocates for Students with Disabilities

Here you can find a list of staff, faculty and administrators who are advocates for student diversity and inclusion at Chapman. While all staff, faculty and administrators are advocates for students, the people in these lists have committed to being an open door and advocate for students from underrepresented communities.

Advocates at Chapman