Kansas Health Science University (KHSU)-KansasCOM provides reasonable and appropriate accommodations for students with documented disabilities. The intent of ADA related services at KansasCOM is to provide each student with the opportunity to excel academically, while creating an equitable environment conducive to learning. KHSU-KansasCOM is committed to equal access to programs, services, and activities in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008 and any other state and/or federal applicable laws. KHSU promotes an environment of respect and support for individuals with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations for such individuals pursuant to applicable law.
Students or potential students with disabilities as defined by applicable law have the right to request reasonable accommodations from KHSU. Persons requesting accommodations will need to provide appropriate, detailed documentation of:
- a disability, which is a physical and/or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities; and
- a need for accommodation, by virtue of the specific functional limitations of the disability, to have equal access to educational opportunities.
Information concerning eligibility for accommodations, required documentation, the application process for accommodations, temporary disabilities, and grievance procedures is set forth in the following guidelines and policies. Click
here for more information.
KansasCOM Disability Services Coordinator:
Richard P. Winslow, Ph.D., Associate Dean of Student Affairs and Services
KansasCOM Office #431
Email- [email protected]
Students wishing to apply for accommodations can access the application materials
here.