Office of Disability Services

The Office of Disability Services is operating remotely until further notice; our physical office is closed

503-838-8250 (Voice) | 503-838-8721 (Fax) | ods@wou.edu | We are also available through Google Hangouts!

Mission Statement

The Office of Disability Services (ODS) provides reasonable accommodations to ensure that students with disabilities have access to Western Oregon University (WOU) and its programs; through intentional interventions, programs, and services in order that WOU will meet federal requirements, encourage personal growth, and increase effective communication for our students.

Federal Compliance Statement

The Office of Disability Services is the official University department to review and house disability documentation as designated by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

General WOU Accessibility

Accessible Map (elevators, parking, ramps, and restrooms)

To request an interpreter, transcriber, or live captioning please fill out the Interpreter/Transcriber/Live Captioning Request Form

WOLF RIDE – Western Oregon University provides free, reliable, and accessible shuttle services to students

ODS is Hiring Student Workers!

For more information, or to apply, visit WolfLink/HandShake and search for job #4397959 ODS Student Worker.

Accessibility Poster Statement

“If you have a disability that may require some accommodation in order to participate in a Western Oregon University class or activity, please notify the Office of Disability Services at 503-838-8250 or ods@wou.edu at least 3 business days in advance. To request an interpreter or live captioning, please fill out the WOU ONLINE ACCESS: Interpreter/Transcriber/Live Captioning Request Form.“

ASL Interpreted Shows

March 6 at 7pm via LiveStream

Both ASL Interpreters and Captioning will be available

Visit the Department of Theatre and Dance’s website for more information

Hosting Accessible Events

If you are hosting a WOU Event and have requested Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, please include the following statement to all advertisements: Captioning and ASL interpreters will be provided.

Hours of Operation

Monday through Friday, 9am-12pm and 1pm-5pm

*ODS is operating remotely until further notice; physical office closed*

We are closed on all Campus Holidays

Contact Us

503-838-8250 (Voice)

503-512-5258 (VideoPhone)

503-838-8721 (Fax)

ods@wou.edu

We are also available through Google Hangouts!

If you would like us to reach out to you, please use the “For More Information” form and we will be in touch

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Get to know us

Malissa Larson

Director

“Professionally I would like to become as versed as possible in a variety of disabilities and learn how to best provide services for each person in the post-secondary education environment.“

Rian Gayle

Assistant Director, Access & Inclusion

“My goal is to ensure that WOU is a place of great accessibility for our students so that they are able to learn as much as they can without barriers and graduate with good grades to be able to compete in a world that is generally inaccessible.“

Stacey Rainey

Assistant Director, Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services

“My hope for WOU students is that they are able to experience equitable access in all areas during their time here such that WOU offers a place of growth, connection, and self-reflection.“

Alexis Larson

Administrative Program Specialist

“My goal is to model lifelong learning and provide support options for students with disabilities as they navigate college and beyond.”

Contact the Office of Disability Services (ODS)