[Ucr-sdrc] SDRC Newsletter

[Glyn A Wild]

UCR SDRC Snapshot
A newsletter featuring reminders, resources, events and opportunities.

Follow SDRC on Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/UCRSDRC>, Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/ucrsdrc>, and Twitter<https://twitter.com/UCRSDRC> for information and updates.
Do you have questions about using or requesting approved accommodations? If so, please call 951-827-3861 or email sdrc at ucr.edu<mailto:sdrc at ucr.edu>.
Accommodation requests
Please remember to visit rability.ucr.edu<https://rability.ucr.edu/clockwork/custom/misc/index> to request to use accommodations for any remaining exams this quarter. This allows SDRC staff to review your request, identify anything that may require SDRC assistance, and provide guidance to the faculty or student. The University needs to track exams given with accommodations to ensure that accessibility is being provided.
To protect your rights, please follow the established process in accessing approved accommodations (https://sdrc.ucr.edu/steps-accessing-approved-accommodations).  The SDRC can only support official accommodation requests submitted through R'Ability (https://rability.ucr.edu).  If arrangements are coordinated outside of the official SDRC process, you risk not receiving your SDRC-approved accommodations in a timely manner or not in a manner appropriate to your situation. Submitting your exam information allows SDRC to effectively advocate for you when necessary.
 Please see below for instructions:
 Requesting exam accommodations via R'Ability:
a. Go to rability.ucr.edu<https://rability.ucr.edu/clockwork/custom/misc/index>, select "Student Portal", select Test or Final Exam.
b. Requests must be completed at least 10 days before scheduled exams, and at least 14 days before exams during Finals Week.
c. Please make sure exam times/dates match the class exam time/dates.
d. Look at "View Your Calendar" for confirmation of upcoming exam requests.
e. If you have any questions regarding test-taking arrangements or need assistance requesting to use your accommodations in R'Ability, , contact sdrc-exams at ucr.edu<mailto:sdrc-exams at ucr.edu>

Almost $1700 Raised! Thank you!
During UCR's Day of Giving on December 1, 2020, SDRC was able to raise almost $1700 for accessible technology, for such items as app licenses, software licenses, Smart Pens, and other technology used in assisting students with disabilities. The donations came from faculty, staff, alumni, community members and students such yourselves! Individual donations ranged from $5 to $500. If you contributed to this effort, the SDRC staff would like to extend a big "Thank You". While the need is great, every contribution helps us at SDRC to help students bridge the gap between access to success!


SDRC Student Advisory Board - Applications still being accepted!
SDRC is forming a new student advisory board. The SDRC Student Advisory Board provides a student voice to the administration of student disability services regarding policies and procedures that govern the operation of SDRC.  The role of the Student Advisory Board is to provide effective feedback on updates to services provided by SDRC staff and to provide suggestions for improvements to service delivery and general campus access. All final decisions about implementation of suggestions will remain with the professionals providing the services, with respect to legal requirements, university policies, service priorities, and the availability of resources and staffing.
 Note: The Student Advisory Board does not address individual student or faculty concerns with SDRC.  Individual concerns should follow the formal methods of reporting their concerns to the appropriate SDRC staff or campus ADA coordinator and to actively participate in the process to resolve the concerns as per policies and procedures related to disability accommodations and grievances.
 Membership & Responsibilities

  *   8-12 students with a variety of disabilities, classifications, colleges/schools and majors.
  *   Minimum requirements:
     *   Have attended UCR and been affiliated with SDRC for at least one full quarter.
     *   Be a registered full-time student.
     *   Be in good academic standing with the University and have a minimum overall GPA of 2.0 (undergraduate) or 3.0 (graduate).
  *   Students will serve for an academic year on board, which may be renewed one additional year.
  *   The Board is expected to meet a minimum of once per quarter, unless it determines more frequent meetings are needed.
 Application Process

  1.  Applications and nomination forms will be collected on a continual basis with positions filled as needed.
  2.  Please submit application  Google Form<https://forms.gle/kBeNACc4UtTMeE1b7>
3.    Once applications are reviewed, applicants that meet the minimum requirements will be invited for an interview with the Board coordinator.
4.    Selected Advisory Board members will then complete an orientation before attending the next scheduled Board Meeting.
5.    Applications are DUE ASAP.

Appointment Request Link
Schedule your next appointment with SDRC in just a few clicks. If you wish to schedule an appointment with a Disability Specialist, click the link below and provide your availability. You will receive a confirmation email.
SDRC Appointment Request Form<https://forms.gle/DdTPomGoa6CaMTUT8>

The Virtual Lobby is now open
If you have a quick question, need some information or want to make an appointment, you can now stop into the Virtual Lobby on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Just go to SDRC Virtual Lobby<https://bit.ly/3jxx8wk>.


SDRC Virtual Lounge Hour
SDRC is hosting a virtual lounge hour every Friday from 3-4 p.m. during summer session. Chat, explore, and join the activities. If you are interested, please RSVP at the following link:
https://forms.gle/d55mQrYpQ7u4yprJ6

E-Text / Alternate Media
Students who have approved accommodations for e-text/alternate media formats are highly encouraged to purchase e-text versions of required textbooks. When e-text is not available, the Student Disability Resource Center (SDRC) works with the campus bookstore, publishers, and other partners to provide course materials in e-text formats.
Submit your Alternate Media Request using the R'Ability Alternate Format Textbooks Module<http://rability.ucr.edu/> as soon as course materials are announced. Required course material will be prioritized. Please e-mail sdrc-at at ucr.edu if you have questions. It may take up to three weeks to complete requests.
If you drop a course or your reading assignment changes, email sdrc-at at ucr.edu as soon as possible to update production schedule.

Support Services Available
SDRC will provide information about campus resources that may be of assistance to you during this time.
§  R'Pantry will remain open by APPOINTMENT ONLY. To book a time contact https://rpantry.youcanbook.me/.


§  Economic Crisis Resources for UCR Students: If you are having an immediate financial crisis and need temporary assistance, the Economic Crisis Response Team may be able to assist. To apply for assistance, visit https://basicneeds.ucr.edu/economic-crisis-response-team.
For the latest COVID-19 updates, visit <https://ehs.ucr.edu/coronavirus> https://studentaffairs.ucr.edu/covid-19.


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For UCR COVID-19 updates and resources available to students during this time, visit here.<https://ehs.ucr.edu/coronavirus>

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