The Office of Disability Services strives to make the campus of Tulane University equally accessible for all students.  We do this under the direction of Federal Law- The Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to name two.  As such, we work directly with students with substantially limiting, long-term disabilities who are recognized and covered by these applicible laws.

A student who has a temporary illness (e.g. cold, flu, mononucleosis), is recovering from surgery not based on a long-term condition, or loses mobility for a short period of time (usually due to a broken limb, appendage, or a surgery) is not eligible for disability services through ODS, but can work with University staff to minimize inconveniences. 

Due to liability, the University does not allow its golf carts to be used by anyone other than authorized staff; however, handicapped parking permits can be issued by the Public Safety Office of Traffic Control.  Contact Housing and Residence Life (HRL) to request a temporary room change.  Physicians at the Student Health Center (SHC) or your own physicians can write letters of support to instructors regarding your temporary ailment.  Work with instructors and/or your college deans to make appropriate modifications to your courses.