Student Disability and Accessibility Center (SDAC) Resource Guide

ADA Coordination
ÐÔÊӽ紫ý ADA Coordination is managed by three Deputy ADA Coordinators, who may be contacted related to their specific area.

  • Students with Disabilities - Rachel Helmle
  • Employees with Disabilities (faculty, staff, student assistants) - Linda Schaedle
  • Property / Building / Facilities Accessibility - Julie Wyrick


ÐÔÊӽ紫ý event organizers are responsible for scheduling their own interpreters.  The linked document above explains the process for scheduling interpreters for your events. Please contact SDAC at sdacdeafservices@csumb.edu for ASL payment info and interpreter contact info.

ADA Accommodations for Events
ÐÔÊӽ紫ý event organizers are responsible for requesting and implementing accommodations for their events. This can include Capstone events, department/university speaker events, film screenings, Commencement and Affinity Stole Ceremonies, etc. 

  • In all publicity, please include language for event accommodations. An example: "To request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact (identified event coordinator email and phone) at least one week prior to the event date."
  • The event is responsible for all costs, equipment and coordination for the accommodation. SDAC is available for consultation or questions.
  • If you do not feel you can accommodate the request, PLEASE CONTACT SDAC PRIOR TO DENYING THE REQUEST.

Health & Wellness Services

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Test Center

Personal Growth & Counseling Center

Campus-Wide Resource List

Transfer Student Success Center

Registering to Vote

Disclaimer: SDAC does not guarantee that the websites listed below are accessible or current.  


Texas Tech University


Services to Students with Disabilities


Policy documents and links related to disability accommodations and services. See also, (Executive Order 1111 (previously EO 926), statewide CSU directory of campus offices dedicated to students with disabilities, statistics, CSU Guidelines for the Assessment and Verification of Students with Learning Disabilities - Appendix A, etc.)


A state agency that assists people with disabilities to enter the workforce or to return to work and to live independently in their communities. The department provides consumer services to college students through offices located across the state.


An international center dedicated to disability rights and universal access to ensure that people with disabilities can live independently and without discrimination.  


National Alliance on Mental Illness Monterey Chapter


Bilingual English/Spanish website for youth with disabilities and list of specific scholarships.

LOCAL COMMUNITY COLLEGES DSPS OFFICES


Dr. Jane Jarrow, parent of a student with a disability and professional in Higher ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Disability Services, shares relevant and relatable insight with other parents in her open letter. SDAC encourages both parents and students to read this valuable resource, in hopes it will support the transition to the ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Raft.


Information provided by the  U.S. Department of ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Office for Civil Rights (OCR), which explains the rights and responsibilities of students with disabilities who are preparing to attend postsecondary schools.

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Advising Parent FAQ:
The Center for Advising, Career, and Student Success addresses frequently asked questions by parent supporters.

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Student’s Transition to College:
Helpful hints and insights offered by the Personal Growth and Counseling Center to assist parents as their students enter or progress through their academic career at ÐÔÊӽ紫ý.

ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Supporters & Family:
First Year Experience designs a Supporter track for supporters joining their incoming students at ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Orientation. 


A brief article explaining how the disability service model at the post-secondary level differs from high school.


Expanding employment possibilities for people with vision loss or blindness.


Free, expert and confidential guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues.


The Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) connects federal and select private-sector employers nationwide with college students, graduate students and recent graduates with disabilities who are eager to demonstrate their abilities in the workplace through internships or permanent jobs. WRP opens annually in August. Look for an announcement from SDAC!


A non-profit agency that empowers people who are blind or visually impaired toward independent living through responsive education, support services and skills training.

Campus Health Center (CHC)
Provides urgent, primary, and diagnostic care, as well as referral services to students, faculty, staff, their dependents, and guests of the ÐÔÊӽ紫ý community.  


CCCIL promotes the independence of people with disabilities by supporting their equal and full participation in community life. CCCIL provides advocacy, education and support to all people with disabilities, their families and the community.


Provides post-secondary supports for young adults with learning differences. It is common for CLE students to have a diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder, specific learning disability, ADHD, cerebral palsy, or other types of cognitive delays.


Including in-home supportive services.


Founded on the belief that recreation, fun, challenge and access to the outdoors are an essential part of a healthy and fulfilling life, Shared Adventures is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life of people living with disabilities.


A grassroots, non-profit organization for our families,
friends and neighbors impacted by disability since 1994.


Adaptive surfing, based in Southern California.

Monterey-Salinas Transit Meetings
Provide your feedback to improve public transit! The public is welcome to provide comments for the Mobility Advisory Committee (MAC) & the ADAPT-R meetings. Visit for meeting times, locations, and submitting feedback.