The Disabilities Services Office
In accordance with federal mandates, Centenary University provides reasonable accommodations and ensures accessibility for students with disabilities through its Disability Services Office (DSO), located in the Harris and Betts Smith Learning Center. The mission of our Disabilities Services Office is to provide students with disabilities the necessary tools, reasonable accommodations and support services to fully participate in the academic environment. The staff assists each student to help maximize their potential for success while promoting self‐awareness, independence and self‐advocacy. They also work closely with eligible students to afford each individual access to educational opportunities, activities and programs.
What Services are Available?
The Disability Services Office works closely with eligible students to arrange for reasonable academic and housing accommodations, which will afford each student the opportunity to participate fully in Centenary University’s services, programs, and activities.
Determining Eligibility for Services
Prior to the provision of accommodations and related services, students must self‐identify and provide appropriate documentation to the Disability Services Office. Depending on the nature of the disability and the accommodation requested, the amount of advanced notice may impact upon the University’s ability to provide reasonable accommodations in a timely fashion. For this reason, students are encouraged to arrange for accommodations at the beginning of each semester.
Intensive Support Services Programs
For students with disabilities that impact learning, Centenary offers two specifically designed programs: Project ABLE, a fee‐based, intensive learning support program during the fall and spring semesters provides one‐to‐one instructional support, tutoring, early progress reporting, and close academic monitoring. In addition, the STEP Ahead Program, a four‐week, pre‐University summer program, focuses on remedial course work and making a successful transition to University.
Contact Information for the Disability Services Office:
Phone: (908)852‐1400, ext. 2251 or 2168
FAX: (908)979‐4277
dso@centenaryuniversity.edu