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UAB Disability Support Services

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UAB Disability Support Services

Our mission is to provide an accessible and inclusive university experience through collaborations within UAB’s community focusing on access for all.
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This page serves as a resource for UAB students with disabilities, and a way to connect with UAB organizations and departments.

09/04/2024

We are so excited to kick off the Fall semester! Meet some of the current DSS faculty and staff! Have questions? Feel free to come by and see us on the 4th floor of the Hill Student center, or visit our site!!

https://www.uab.edu/students/disability

08/29/2024

DAPi’s first meeting is today at 6pm. Join us at the Sterne Library, room 163

08/16/2024

Together, we can help raise awareness about the importance of vaccination. Talk to your healthcare provider about staying up to date on your vaccinations. 💚

08/01/2024

Last Friday we celebrated the 34th anniversary of the ADA ♿️ and asked what does ADA mean to YOU? Thank you to the blazers who joined us in this celebration 💚

07/26/2024

Today 34 years ago the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed. On its anniversary we want to restate our commitment to serve the disability community and the UAB students that are part of it 💚♿️

07/25/2024

You’re seen, you’re heard, you’re valid. Our doors will always be open for you 💚

07/22/2024

Did you know there is a disability pride flag? It was created in 2019 by disabled writer Ann Magill

Each of the six colors has a meaning:
-Red: physical disabilities
-Gold: neurodivergency
-White: invisible disabilities and undiagnosed conditions
-Blue: emotional and psychiatric disabilities
-Green: sensory disabilities (including deafness, blindness, and other sensory disabilities)
-Faded Black Background: mourning and rage for victims of ableism.

06/03/2024

Assistant Director DSS, Sherri Moultrie engaging with incoming international students during Global Affairs INTO UAB Fall 2024 Orientation

03/20/2024

Tomorrow is World Down Syndrome Awareness Day!!💙💛
Join us tomorrow in wearing your favorite colorful mismatched socks to help spread awareness for individuals with Down Syndrome!! We will also be tabling at the World Down Syndrome Day Event tomorrow so stop by to talk to us and even tie dye your own socks!!😊

Don’t forget to tag us wearing your best mismatched socks to compete in our best sock competition and be featured on our story!!

02/19/2024

For one night only.........
Feb 29th at 7:00 PM
catch Kodi Lee - season 14 of America's Got Talent Winner at Boutwell Auitoruim Birmingham, AL.

This event is presented by Disability Rights and resources. For more information contact : www.drradvocates .org

02/14/2024

Happy Valentine’s Day Blazers! 🩷🩷

02/13/2024

Send a free e-card to St. Jude patients this valentines day ❤️

Link to make card: https://www.stjude.org/get-involved/send-virtual-cards-online-to-childrens-hospital-patients/valentines-day.html

01/23/2024

Listed below are the links to the Scholarship applications. The deadline to apply is February 1st at 11:59. If you have any questions please reach out to Grace Anderson at (205)-290-4447.

NFBAL Accedemic Scholarship application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-yJoxfnLrZlimv-IcRyeGU3u4eaQz67Gtv5clOr-w0FY3Uw/viewform?usp=sf_link

NFBAL 2024 Opportunities Unlimited Scholarship: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScaIAR_vhE8ZwgtRuZx3gGZe5dIahtKyYmNQ4yzNGfGTF0iqw/viewform?usp=sf_link

01/17/2024

Hi blazers! Our wheelchair basketball game today has been postponed to a later date. We will keep everyone updated about a new date and time for this exciting event!

01/15/2024

❗️Important Announcement! ❗️ The DSS Office will be closed tomorrow, January 16th due to inclement weather. All tests/appointments will be cancelled and will need to be rescheduled upon our return. Stay Safe!

01/01/2024

HAPPY NEW YEAR! 🎉

We can't wait to see you back on campus soon!

12/25/2023

Merry Christmas blazers!! 🎅🎄🦌
We hope everyone is having a great break and getting some rest! We will be closed for the 25th-26th and will reopen on the 27th.

12/08/2023

🎉🎓Congratulations to Jane Roberts on her remarkable achievement of earning a Master's degree in Occupational Therapy! 🎉🎓

We are proud to announce that our graduate assistant is graduating from the occupational therapy program!! Her journey as a graduate associate has been beautiful to watch. She is compassionate and dedicated to whoever she comes into contact with. Her efforts to help those in need have profoundly impacted our students and her clients. As Jane embarks on her next professional adventure, we have no doubt that her influence will continue to grow in the world of occupational therapy.

Cheers to a future filled with even more accomplishments and positive change, Jane! 🌟🌿

12/05/2023

✨Happy finals week!!✨

Don't forget to get plenty of rest, eat balanced meals, and study hard!

11/29/2023

Hey blazers!! As finals week approaches, we just wanted to remind you of some helpful tips!😊

11/23/2023

Happy Thanksgiving blazers!! 💚🍗🎉🦃

11/15/2023

📚 Join us on November 29th at 3:30 p.m. for a remarkable journey through 20 years of dyslexia research! 🧠💡

📍 Location: Hill Student Center, Ballroom A

🌟 In this enlightening event, we'll delve into two decades of groundbreaking research, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs in the field of dyslexia. 📖✨

11/03/2023

🏈 Wheelchair Flag Football Victory! 🏆 Lakeshore Foundation dominates with a 38-12 win against UAB. What a thrilling night of sportsmanship and determination! We even got honored with a special guest appearance by the Head Football Coach, Trent Dilfer! 🙌🎉

11/02/2023

Student Counseling Services is proud to launch free virtual support groups for students! Several opportunities are available for November and there are no session limits for students. November’s topic is “Managing Stress and Burnout.” For more information see our website or www.joinkaya.com.

10/19/2023

✨Did you know it is Invisible Disability Awareness Week?

An invisible disability can be a mental, physical, or neurological condition that is not physically seen but can affect all aspects of an individual's life. In fact, almost 10% of adults in the United States have an invisible disability.

So, remember to always be understanding and patient, as some people are facing challenges that you might not even see!

10/11/2023

DAAWG Presents disABILITY Mentoring Day 2023! This is an opportunity that you won't wanna miss. The date has been EXTENDED! You can submit your application package by October 13th.

09/29/2023

Please join us for the “Normal Isn’t Real” Disability Fall Fest on October 4th, 5:30- 7:30 p.m. It will be on the UAB Campus Green. We can’t wait to see you!

09/26/2023

Meet Heidi!😊 She is one of our FANTASTIC service dogs on campus and a proud blazer!! Heidi is also an Aussiedoodle who loves to swim🌊🌊. We love celebrating Heidi and all the amazing work she is doing!💓💓

09/06/2023

Everyone meet Bruin!! 🤩 Bruin is one of the AMAZING service dogs we have on campus!! When he isn't working, he loves to play fetch, take naps💤, and play with his toys. ✨Bruin is a proud Blazer and we love celebrating him and all of our other service dogs!! 💚💚💚

08/31/2023

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1400 University Boulevard
Birmingham, AL
35294

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Website

http://www.uab.edu/dss

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Introducing the New DSS Sticker!

UAB Disability Support Services wants to remind UAB Students to get their submissions in for our new sticker! All submissions are due June 30th! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9CDDDY9 or [email protected]

UAB Disability Support Services Bringing Awareness- The Longest Day

UAB Disability Services is featuring Children's Books to help bring awareness and foster understanding of disabilities for children.

World Health Day

All over the world people expereince problems with their #mentalhealth. It can affect anyone. If you're stuggling, reachout for support. If you notice someone else is having a hard time, offer them support. We're all in this together. @Togetherall is a safe and anaymous online comunit where you can get and give suppport. Sign up for FREE and take a look around at https://bit.ly/3wpxJdg

It’s #WorldSleepDay. Getting a good night’s sleep is important for our mental & physical health. @Togetherall’s Chief Clinical Officer, Dr Ben Locke provides his top tips for getting a good night’s sleep. Join today https://bit.ly/33Ez2Je

Happy New Year Blazers!

Thanksgiving is coming up and sometimes holidays can be complicated and layered, that's okay. A holiday season that is about gratitude and thankfulness can also stir up mixed emotions. Gratitude comes in all shapes and sizes. From big to small. So, say thanks to those who are there for you and understand that not every person can give us every type of support. If you feel like you need a safe space to talk, try TogetherAll! . . . TogetherAll is a safe anonymous 24/7 mental health peer community. It allows you to connect with others who understand anytime from anywhere!

It’s here! Download the updated B Well mental health app inspired by UAB students, made by UAB employees. Choose your profile —employee or student —and create a customized habit tracker, get notifications, or view videos designed to help you relieve stress. uab.edu/app/bwell

3 days until the B Well app update! Get all-new content and videos narrated by UAB professionals to help you relax and relieve stress.🧘Visit uab.edu/app/bwell.

IT’S WEDNESDAY!! Do you know what that means?! DSS has extended testing till 6:45!

Kurzweil Kickoff Promo!

Kurzweil Kickoff Promo video starring registered grad student, Katy Cop!

back to school

Students: With only a few days left of summer, don't forget to send accommodation letters to faculty from the DSS Database! http://www.uab.edu/students/disability/getting-started