Tech Resources for Students with Disabilities

Tech Resources and Accommodations on Campus

Assistive Note-Taking Technology

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DSP Technology Grant

DSP enrolled students with financial need can apply for this grant, which aims to increase access to instructional and research materials. In order to apply, students must have a referral from a DSP Specialist. There are application periods in October and March. Learn more about grant eligibility(link is external) and and application process(link is external).

ADA-Compliant Workstations on Campus

Alternative Media Resources

1. DSP Alternative Media Center & Self-Scanning

  • The center converts course materials into accessible electronic and print formats for students with print-related disabilities. 
  • Scan stations for alternative media purposes are also available to most DSP registered students with print disabilities through the Self-Scan Lab(link is external).
  •  Meet with your Disability Specialist to determine if Alternative Media is the right accommodation for you and to learn more about the services(link is external) available.

2. Captioning Services at the Moffitt Media Resources Center (MRC)

  • The MRC(link is external) offers captioning services for DSP students needing accommodation. Meet with your DSP Specialist for more information.

3. Library Resources for Print Disabilities

4. SensusAccess Alt Media Conversion

  • All students can access this self-service solution which automates the conversion of documents into a range of alternative formats including mp3, e-books, Braille, and Daisy. It can also convert image-only pdf files, scanned images, lecture notes or other educational material into more accessible formats. Learn more about SensusAccess(link is external) here.

Additional Programs of Interest

CalSTAR Inclusive Recreation Program

  • Inclusive Recreation(link is external) supports and advances sports and recreation programs for students with disabilities. The Cal STAR (Sports, Training and Recreation) program is designed to integrate students who have individual needs or requirements so that they can participate in recreational programs. Volunteer assistants and specialized equipment are provided through the program when available.
  • Learn more about the recreation programs, membership, costs, and registration process for 'Berkeley Recreational Sports.'(link is external)

Disability Cultural Center - Coming Soon!

In Fall 2020, the center will open at Hearst Field Annex for the disabled student community and will be a hub for disability-related information, resources, support, and events.

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