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The Office of Disability ServicesThe Law Center remains strongly committed to its long-standing policy of providing reasonable accommodations for members of its student body who have disabilities. The faculty and staff work to provide the accommodations most appropriate for each individual student to ensure that students are given an equal opportunity for learning and pursuing their academic interests. Please see the Services for Students with Disabilities Brochure. Process for Requesting AccommodationsContact the Office of Disability ServicesUpon acceptance to the Law Center, both J.D. and L.L.M. students with disabilities should contact the Director of Disability Services, Marianne Huger (202-662-4042 or hugerm@law.georgetown.edu). Georgetown University Law Center’s Office of Disability Services within the Office of the Dean of Students serves all students with disabilities, including physical, psychological, and learning disabilities. Students are responsible for identifying themselves to the Office of Disability Services in sufficient time to allow for coordination of services. Appropriate DocumentationStudents will be asked to provide appropriate and current documentation of disability in order to receive reasonable accommodations. Students may be asked to further provide documentation in addition to is originally provided should further clarification be needed. Reasonable AccommodationsThe process for determining reasonable accommodations includes a review of the documentation by the Director of Disability Services, an in-person meeting with the student, and consultation with diagnosticians when necessary and approved of by the student. Appeals of Accommodation DecisionsA student who disagrees with or seeks clarification of any decision of the Director of Disability Services regarding reasonable accommodation may, within one week of receiving written or oral notice of the decision, request an informal meeting with the Director and the Dean of Students. That informal meeting will be scheduled as soon as possible, and preferably within ten days of the student’s request. As soon as possible, and preferably within one week of the informal meeting, the Director will notify the student in writing of any changes to the decision. If, thereafter, the student disagrees with the latest written decision of the Director, within one week of receiving notice of the decision (s)he may appeal the decision in writing to the Law Center’s Associate Dean of Academic Administration. The written appeal to the Associate Dean should state in detail the basis for the appeal and furnish all relevant documentation in support of the appeal. The Director and Dean of Students also will provide to the Associate Dean any documentation or other information pertinent to the disputed decision. Additionally, upon request, the Director and Dean of Students will furnish a written summary of communication with the student. The Associate Dean will review the written appeal, supporting documentation, and latest decision of the Director, and then meet with the student. The Associate Dean also may review any additional information (s)he deems relevant to the appeal. The Associate Dean will then render a written decision to the student as soon as possible, preferably within two weeks of receiving the written appeal. The decision of the Associate Dean regarding reasonable accommodation is final.
Accommodations and Services at Georgetown LawMeeting with The Office of Disability ServicesThe Director of Disability Services meets with students on an individual basis concerning various aspects of the law school experience in addition to academic accommodations. Topics on which you may wish to consult include:
Georgetown University does not provide testing for students with learning disabilities, but does act as a referral source for testing services in the D.C. area. Please contact Marianne Huger, Director of Disabilities Services, at hugerm@law.georgetown.edu or 202-662-4042 for a
referral list. If students have the Student Health Inusrance- Premier Plan, insurance will cover $750 of the cost of a psychoeducational evaluation with a referral. Accommodations for Special EventsIf students require accommodations for events or meetings held at the Law Center (i.e. use of a translator, wheelchair, ect.), students should contact the Office of Disability Services as soon as possible to ensure that requests can be accommodated.
Campus ResourcesLearning Skills ServicesThe Georgetown University Main Campus has a Learning Skills Services (Academic Resource Center) component which includes Counseling and Psychiatric Service (CAPS). This component offers assistance in many skill areas necessary for academic achievement in law school, including reading comprehension, study and test-taking strategies, note-taking (lecture and text), and time management. Law students may consult individually with the learning skills specialist, work with tapes and materials in the study skills lab, or participate in the workshops which are offered throughout the year free of charge. Learning Skills Services also provides free reading testing, foreign language aptitude, and study skills assessments. Student HousingThe Gewirz Student Center provides on campus housing for approximately 290 students. The facility has a number of apartments adapted for students with disabilities. The Office of Residence Life also provides assistance to students with disabilities seeking housing in the D.C. metropolitan area. Students should contact the Office of Residence Life at (202) 662-9290. Shuttle ServiceGeorgetown University Law Center's Department of Public Safety provides a Union Station and Shopping Shuttle. Both shuttle buses are wheelchair accessible with lifts. All disabilities will be accommodated and students may follow the posted schedules to see when shuttles will be running. Please note that in the case of unforeseen maintenance, a back-up van will need to be used that is not accessible. It is suggested that students or visitors contact the Office of Public Safety at 202-662-9325 to alert the officers of needed accommodations. This will ensure that shuttle service will be provided at scheduled times regardless of whether the back-up van is in use. Georgetown University operates a shuttle bus (GUTS) between the Main Campus's Leavey Center in Georgetown and the Law Center. This shuttle bus is wheelchair accessible. Career ServicesGeorgetown University Law Center's Office of Career Services and Office of Public Interest and Community Service (OPICS) provide relevant counsel to students with disabilities. The Office of Disability Services and these offices work together to counsel and assist students as they explore careers. To discuss issues related to disability services and the career search, please contact your career counselor or OPICS. If you would like for the Director of Disabilities Services to be present at you appointment to help with discussions concerning accommodations, disclosure, ect. please contact Marianne Huger. The Office of Career Services at Georgetown University Law Center partners with the University of Arizona to present the IMPACT Career Fair for law students and lawyers with disabilities. Georgetown University Law Center students with disabilities are encouraged to attend. Additionally, the Office of Disability Services participates in the Workforce Recruitment Program. Students interested in pursuing internships or careers in the government, should email the Director of Disability Services for more information. On campus interview for the program are held in January or February. Emergency PreparednessThe Law Center is committed to providing emergency preparedness reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities. Students with limited mobility or other disabilities that may be of issue in emergency situations should contact Marianne Huger, Director of Disability Services, to discuss emergency preparedness plans. ConfidentialityAll sensitive and identifying information will be kept confidential. Staff who will be handling or have access to student information will sign a Confidentiality Agreement to be kept in the office of the Director of Disability Services, Marianne Huger. Offices that have access to student records are encouraged to have staff sign this Confidentiality Agreement. Center for Wellness PromotionGeorgetown Law houses a Center for Wellness Promotion which serves all students. Students with disabilities may have particular insterest in the meditation sessions (to reduce anxiety), health insurance information, and health resources. Counseling and Psychiatric ServiceThe Counseling and Pyschiatric Service (CAPS) directly works with students in overcoming difficulties that may interfere with defining and accomplishing their educational, personal, and life goals. At the Law Center, CAPS services are available Monday-Friday from 9:00am-5:00 pm in Gewirz Hall, room L102G. For information, consultation, emergencies, or to schedule an appointment, please call 202-687-6985. In addition, CAPS offers an after-hours pager for emergencies, 202-444-PAGE. Student Health CenterThe Student Health Center is located in the Gewirz building at the Law Center. For an appointment, please callIf you want to make an appointment at the located in the Gewirz building, call: 202-687-2200. When calling, specify that you are a law student so that the appointment may be scheduled on campus. Admissions InformationGeorgetown University Law Center has a Nondiscrimination Policy that ensures equal treatment in the admissions process for students with disabilities. Applicants may choose to disclose a disability when applying but are not required to do so. Students who are interested in additional information may contact the Office of Admissions at 202-662-9010. To protect confidentiality, students may ask questions without providing their name or identifying information. Information for Faculty and AdministratorsStudents with disabilities may disclose disability to faculty members or administrators. The Office of Disability Services acts as a resource to faculty and staff who may have questions concerning issues related to disability and should contact the Office when a student discloses in order to ensure that reasonable accommodations are established and proper documentation is provided. For further information, please see the Information for Faculty and Administrators page. Additional Resources and Announcements
Please contact:Marianne Huger Director of Disability Services 210 McDonough Hall 202-662-4042 (phone) 202-662-4067 (fax) hugerm@law.georgetown.edu
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