Disability Resources & Services (DRS), located within the Office for Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion, is the designated department by the University of Pittsburgh to determine reasonable accommodations and services, under the provisions set forth in the Americans with Disabilities Act. At the University of Pittsburgh, we are committed to promoting equal access and inclusive experiences to students, faculty, and staff with disabilities. Disability is an aspect of diversity.
Individuals with disabilities are integrated as completely into the University environment as possible. Within the interactive process, we work with everyone who applies for accommodations to provide access to University classes, programs, activities, and employment. Our office is available as a resource; please contact us to discuss your individual needs.
- Mission, Vision, and Value Statements
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Mission Statement:
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to an inclusive and accessible campus environment. It is the mission of Disability Resources & Services (DRS) to fulfill this commitment by partnering with individuals with disabilities and the University community to provide equal access to employment, classes, programs, and activities.
Vision Statement:
Our vision is to become the most inclusive University where individuals with disabilities are integrated as completely as possible, empowering them to achieve their greatest potential.
Value Statements:
DRS values the individual uniqueness and personal experiences of individuals with disabilities understanding that disability is a fundamental aspect of diversity.
DRS empowers individuals with disabilities by identifying and minimizing barriers to equal access.
DRS provides individualized accommodations and services through a holistic approach that fosters full participation and active engagement at the University.
DRS cultivates disability awareness through collaboration and communication with university stakeholders and community partners.
DRS promotes Universal design as an opportunity to sustainably reduce barriers in the University environment, decreasing the need for disability accommodations, and encouraging a culture of inclusion for all.
Did you know? To establish disability and request accommodations, students must self-disclose their disability with Disability Resources & Services (DRS). Students, not parents, are responsible for initiating contact and maintaining eligibility for DRS services. Learn more about how to get started with DRS at Pitt.
Review accommodations and watch a video on how to request your accommodations each academic semester you require them.
Find campus and community resources such as assistive technology, transportation, peer mentoring, and student organizations.
Review procedures for University of Pittsburgh employees when requesting workplace accommodations on the basis of a disability.
View policies to gain an understanding of your rights as a student or faculty with regard to disclosing a disability, confidentiality, grievance procedures, and more.
Report any digital accessibility barriers. We are constantly striving to be better and welcome comments or suggestions about accessibility at accessibility@pitt.edu.