Document Index

Alternative Format Production for Non-RCPD Programs and Institutions

Describes RCPD procedures and fee structures for non-RCPD programs and institutions requesting RCPD production of accessible text materials. This document is not relevant for students requesting textbooks for credit-based MSU coursework.

Alternative Testing Site Authorization

This form is required for Alternative Testing that cannot be facilitated in or near the classroom. It is not necessary when testing outside the RCPD.

Anita Giampalmi Scholarship Application

The Anita Giampalmi Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Scholarship is awarded through the Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities (RCPD) in memory and recognition of Anita Giampalmi.

Chronic Health Condition Documentation form

This form provides guidance for documenting chronic health conditions and disabilities and is used by RCPD to determine service eligibility.

Classroom Response Systems- An Accessibility Viewpoint and Quest for Future Input

This report was written to offer insights into classroom response system (clicker) use and design and to possibly lead to future faculty initiatives and collaboration regarding the study of "clickers" and accessibility.

Disability in a Diverse Society

"Disability in a Diverse Society" is a new study abroad program. For detailed information on this program go to: http://studyabroad.msu.edu/programs/iredisability.html.

Friendship Memorial Scholarship Application

The Robert L. Decker and Benjamin Muns Friendship Memorial Scholarship is awarded through the Michigan State University Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities in memory and recognition of two Ford Motor Company executives who worked together and, as friends, died together in a small airplane crash in June, 1990.

Guidelines and Objectives for Exam Readers

This document answers some of the most frequently asked questions regarding reading and scribing exams for students with disabilities and serves as a primmer for RCPD readers and scribes.

Guidelines for Documenting a Learning Disability

This PDF includes guidelines for documentation of a learning disability (LD) in adolescents and adults.

Guidelines for Students Using Interpreters

This document is an important reference for students who need sign language interpreters on campus. To ensure quality services, RCPD asks that you follow these guidelines.

Guidelines for Students Using Realtime Captioning

This document is an important reference for students who need realtime captioning services on campus. To ensure quality services, RCPD asks that you follow these guidelines.

Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities at MSU

This is an introductory presentation about the Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities at Michigan State University. The presentation includes information on what qualifies as a disability, important procedures, disability statistics, and available resources.

Interpreter & Realtime Service Rates and Request Authorization Form

Facilitates request and provision of sign language and real-time captioning services through the RCPD. Students using these services in credit-granting classes are not charged and should contact their Disability Specialist directly.

Katrina Tagget Fellowship Application

Through the generosity of Katrina Tagget's family and friends, the Katrina Tagget Fellowship was established to memorialize Katrina’s contributions and encourage others with disabilities to excel both academically and through service to others.

Medical Physical and-or Sensory Disability Documentation

This form is a template for medical providers as they document conditions that may represent disabilities.

Model Statements Inviting Disability Accommodation Requests

This document features two model statements inviting accommodation requests. One for use in program and event announcements and another for course syllabi.

Policy, Guidelines and Procedures for Residents with Service Animals in University Housing

This document includes the policy statement for service animals, service animal requirements in University Housing, and procedures for approving a service animal in University Housing.

Psychiatric Condition Documentation form

This form provides guidance for documenting psychiatric or psychological conditions/disabilities and is used by RCPD to determine service eligibility.

Reasonable Accommodations Forms for University Applicants and Employees

Includes: Medical and Psychological Documentation forms for completion by medical or psychological professionals.

Reasonable Accommodations Policy for University Applicants and Employees

This document outlines the steps needed to request an accommodation for a university employee or job applicant.

Samaritan Scholar Award Application form

Initiated by the Samaritan Foundation of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Samaritan Scholar Awards are presented through the Michigan State University Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities in the amount of $3,000 each to five undergraduate students with disabilities.

Sample VISA

The VISA is the primary method of documentation that enables students to validate and communicate their needs to faculty as determined via a thorough RCPD assessment of needs. This is a sample VISA.

Service Animal Policy

The service animal policy is described in this document containing the purpose, policy statement, definitions, service animal use on campus, removal of service animals, restricted areas, and interacting with service animals.

Shamrock Registration

This is a race held annually by the Tower Guard. The Shamrock Registration form includes course details and additional race information.

STATE Program Application

Form required by students to participate in the STATE Program for students with learning disabilities

Study Abroad Disability Accommodation Request Form

The Study Abroad Disability Accommodation Request Form

Study Abroad Scholarship for Students with Disabilities Application

Application for Study Abroad Scholarship for Students with Disabilities. Applicants to any MSU study abroad program may apply; priority is given to applicants who have been approved to participate in the Disability in a Diverse Society program.

The Courtesy Rules of Blindness

This PDF document provides helpful hints for interacting with people who are blind.

Tips for Interacting with People with Disabilities

This is a list of general guidelines to keep in mind when interacting with people who have disabilities.

Tips for working with students using Interpreters and Realtime Captioners

Understanding Epilepsy

This brochure explains what Epilepsy is and how to respond to someone who is having a seizure.

Verification Form for Documentation of ADHD

This form must be completed by a professional qualified by comprehensive training and direct experience in the differential diagnosis of ADHD, i.e. psychologists, neuropsychologists, psychiatrists and other relevantly trained medical doctors.