[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>. If you call and you get our voice message, please be sure to leave a message with your name, SID, and phone number we can reach you.

Reminder to Schedule Remaining Exams and R'Ability Cutoff Dates

 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. If your exam requires in-person proctoring, submitting this request in a timely manner will reserve an appointment for you at the SDRC Testing Center. In addition, the University needs to track exams given with accommodations to ensure approved accommodations are 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 accommodations requested and scheduled through R'Ability (https://rability.ucr.edu<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 needed.


Please see below for Final Exam Week cutoff dates and scheduling instructions.

If your final exam is on this date:
Saturday, March 12th
The last day to submit a request is:
Saturday, February 26th
If your final exam is on this date:
Monday, March 14th
The last day to submit a request is:
Monday, February 28th
If your final exam is on this date:
Tuesday, March 15th
The last day to submit a request is:
Tuesday, March 1st
If your final exam is on this date:
Wednesday, March 16th
The last day to submit a request is:
Wednesday, March 2nd
If your final exam is on this date:
Thursday, March 17th
The last day to submit a request is:
Thursday, March 3rd
If your final exam is on this date:
Friday, March 18th
The last day to submit a request is:
Friday, March 4th

 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 during Weeks 0-10, and at least 14 days before exams during Finals Week. Please make sure exam times/dates match the class exam time/dates.
c. Look at "View Your Calendar" for confirmation of upcoming exam requests.
 If you have any questions or need assistance requesting to use your exam accommodations in R'Ability, please contact sdrc-exams at ucr.edu.


Time Management Mini Session

Do you need support with time management, but can't commit to the workshop series? Join Jenny Biggers (Disability Specialist) and Will Pines (AT Specialist) on Tuesday, February 22nd  from 3 PM to 4 PM as they provide:

  *   Overview of the facets of time management;
  *   Tips/tricks to improve your organizational system;
  *   Tech tools that may help with self-monitoring.
 Please RSVP for the Time Management Mini Session<https://forms.gle/mvraWLZVbD5dY5vU9>.



Disability Management and Taking Tests

Having difficulty preparing for and taking exams?
 Come to the Disability Management and Taking Tests Workshop on 2/28 AT 3:30 PM-4:00 PM where we will talk about disability management and tips on how to best prepare for exams. This session will be facilitated by Jenny Biggers and Felicitas Nungaray.
 To RSVP for this session, please RSVP here<https://forms.gle/bWR32YSTZvSCBcna9>.


SDRC Pre-Finals Week Support
We understand that as the quarter comes to an end, and major assignments are due, it can be difficult to stay motivated and stay on task. SDRC staff will be available to host virtual study sessions the week before finals on the following dates/times:
 Monday, 3/7 at 4:00pm-5pm:
Prioritizing Tasks and Study Time facilitated by Jenny Biggers
You'll be supported in creating an action plan, and you'll have time to start/continue to work on the most important items during this two hour block.
 Tuesday, 3/8 at 4pm-5pm:
Accountability Study Session facilitated by Jenny Biggers
Know what tasks you need to get done, and need an accountability buddy? You'll check-in with Jenny and be entered into a break room to work independently and have periodic check-ins).
 Wednesday, 3/9 at 3:30pm-5pm:
Neurodiversity Mixer hosts: Study Time using Pomodoro Technique
Learn the benefits of using the Pomodoro Study technique, and give yourself the opportunity to apply the technique during this session.
 Thursday, 3/10 at 4pm-5pm:
Zoom Study Session using Pomodoro Technique facilitated by Felicitas Nungaray
 Friday, 3/11 at 4pm-5pm:
Zoom Study Session with DAPi/Student Leaders

RSVP by clicking on the following link: https://forms.gle/W7mCDAMxVMvVqa669


SDRC In-Office Resources

The SDRC has two in-house resources available to students registered with our office. These resources include a computer station that has access to the R'Ability Web Portal<https://rability.ucr.edu/> and CZUR, a desktop scanning utility. R'Ability is an online platform that provides collaboration between the SDRC, students with disabilities, faculty, and note takers. It facilitates the following functions:
*         Pre-registration for services for students with disabilities
*         Quarterly Letters to Faculty to notify faculty of their approved accommodations by notifying faculty of your approved accommodations
*         Schedule course tests/exams/quizzes with accommodations at the SDRC Testing Center
*         Request alternate Format Textbooks (e-text) for qualifying students
*         Note sharing for a student to volunteer as a notetaker and upload notes, and for students with disabilities to request and retrieve notes
*         Calendar for students registered with SDRC to see their scheduled appointments and exams
The CZUR scanning station is a new type of intelligent scanner whose best features are its high scanning speed, its ability to recognize and correct for curved, incorrectly positioned, or soiled pages, and its ability to quickly and easily convert scanned pages to more useful formats (including PDF, searchable PDF, and MS Word).
The scanner can automatically handle pages otherwise difficult or very time-consuming to scan. For example, it can automatically flatten the curved pages of open books (using laser lines), automatically split double pages into two, and correct pages incorrectly positioned. This allows large books to be scanned and archived very quickly.
For more information on how these new services can benefit you, please contact our office at sdrc at ucr.edu or come to our office at 1228 Student Services Building.

VISITING THE SDRC OFFICES OR TESTING CENTER?

What to know before you go!:
-          Disability Specialists are currently available by appointment only. Appointments arriving more than 10 minutes late will need to be rescheduled for an alternative time. Many times there is quite a bit of information to cover during the allocated appointment time and late start times doesn't allow enough time and/or the next appointment is delayed affecting others who are scheduled to meet with the staff member.
-          Exam accommodation spaces in the Testing Center are reserved primarily for students who have approved testing accommodations and are limited. Be sure you submitted your exam requests through rability.ucr.edu so that a seat may be reserved for you during your scheduled course exams. Proctoring an exam requires preparation and collection of information from not only you, but the instructor. Reservations and deadlines are in place to ensure SDRC can protect the integrity of the course exam process, while also ensuring students receive their approved accommodations.
SDRC COVID-19 Policies & Procedures (Effective for Main Office and Testing Center)
1)      Be prepared to show your Daily Wellness Check to SDRC staff.
2)      Wear your mask/face covering at all times, includes covering your nose and mouth, regardless of vaccination status. The only exception is if you are completely alone in a testing room, with the door shut, taking an exam. However, as soon as the door opens (regardless of reason), the mask must immediately go back on.
3)      No eating/drinking in the center that requires you to remove your mask. Arrangements will be made to comply with approved accommodation needs in the Testing Center, during scheduled exams.
4)      Respect the personal space for other students and staff.
5)      Note that SDRC staff are regularly disinfecting hi-touch surfaces in the testing rooms, countertops, doors, lockers, etc.

Neurodiversity Social Mixers are back this quarter.  We hope to see you!
Objective:
The goal of the Neurodiversity Social Mixers (NSM) is to provide support for UCR students who identify as Neurodivergent, Autistic, Asperger, ADHD or for any student with neurological processing differences seeking social connections while improving their individual skills as a college student.

  *   The NSM will provide an inclusive safe space for students to connect.
  *   The NSM will assist students with exploring alternative communication, when faced with barriers.
  *   The NSM will provide students an opportunity to practice a skill(s) which may impact their school performance.
  *   By participating, neurodivergent students will have a platform for infinite connections and success at UCR.
 Event Dates & Times:
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 Wednesday 2/23/2022 from 4-5:00 pm: Post Valentine Virtual Gaming
A time to relax, play a virtual game and get to know your peers.

March Madness Wrapping up the Winter Quarter
Wednesday 3/9/2022 from 4-5:00 pm: Pomodoro Technique Study Block
A Virtual space to study and implement the tools learned this quarter.
 REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/1KqTyE3jjobpRF9x7

Come, Join SDU!
Hi Everyone,
At the SDU (Student Disability Union) we welcome all students to join us as disability allies, as we work together to promote the awareness of disabilities; we also assist individuals with disabilities by hosting awareness events, programs, and support groups.
 If you are interested in joining the SDU, please access this link<https://highlanderlink.ucr.edu/organization/sdu>, or contact us at sdupublicrelationsofficer at gmail.com.
 Also, please follow us on Instagram! Insta: @sdu_ucr<https://www.instagram.com/sdu_ucr/>

Work with a SDRC Peer Mentor
As you prepare to transition to UCR, you may benefit from working with a peer mentor.  SDRC Peer Mentors are able to assist with navigating today's challenges, offer tips when needed, and provide guidance throughout Winter 2022 quarter and, if requested, throughout the academic school year.  A peer mentor has experienced similar challenges as yourself and will be able to help.
Peer mentors have participated in extensive training, and will continue to partake in ongoing skills-development training throughout the year. Our mentors understand the importance of confidentiality and are prepared to direct you to available resources when needed.
 If you are interested in having a peer mentor, complete this questionnaire<https://forms.gle/v34X3A3EHatGaxpe6>.
 Here's a short video  explaining the benefits of having a peer mentor:
https://ucr.yuja.com/V/Video?v=1891356&node=7254454&a=4980937&autoplay=1
 If you have any questions regarding the program, please contact Jennifer Biggers at jennifer.biggers at ucr.edu.


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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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