Temporary Disabilities Wilson College recognizes that individuals with temporarily disabling conditions – such as injuries, surgery, or short-term medical conditions – may require access to accommodations. Examples include broken limbs, hand injuries, or temporary impairments following medical treatment.Student-athletes who sustain an injury should ask one of the athletic trainers to contact Accessibility Services directly to initiate the accommodation process. Requesting AccommodationsStudents seeking temporary accommodations should follow the standard eligibility process through Accessibility Services.To begin, please submit documentation using the Disability Verification Form or direct documentation. If your healthcare provider prefers to write a letter, it should include:Be typed on official letterhead, dated, and signed by a qualified professionalDescription of functional limitations or symptomsSeverity and/or expected progression of the conditionCurrent medications and any side effectsRecommended accommodationsAnticipated duration of the condition and any follow-up care datesIf you have questions about documentation, please contact Accessibility Services (acs@wilson.edu). Additional documentation may be requested if accommodations are needed beyond the expected duration. Examples of Temporary AccommodationsAccommodations are determined on a case-by-case basis. Examples may include:Use of an audio recorder for lecturesTesting accommodationsUse of a computer for essay examsRelocation of classroom for accessibilityTemporary changes to residential housing Accessibility Accommodations Intro Alternative Testing Eligibility Process For Parents Housing Accommodations Service Animal Information Temporary Disabilities Relevant links ... Accessibility Accommodations Intro Alternative Testing Eligibility Process For Parents Housing Accommodations Service Animal Information Temporary Disabilities
