The Disability Programs and Resource Center

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Welcome to the Disability Programs and Resource Center

The DPRC collaborates with SF State's diverse community to ensure that all aspects of campus life - learning, working and living - are universally accessible. The DPRC provides the University with resources, education and direct services in order that people with disabilities may have a greater opportunity to achieve social justice and equity.

Spring 2013 Hours

January 28, 2013 through February 1, 2013
Monday through Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm,
“With Drop In Advising” 9 am – 4 pm
February 4, 2013 through May 17, 2013
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday from 8:30am –4:30pm
Wednesday from 8:30am – 2:45pm
Finals Week, May 20, 2013 through May 24, 2013
Monday through Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm

Dates and Deadlines For Scheduling Exams With The DPRC

For Spring 2013 Exams and Quizzes: Submit the FAST Form two weeks prior to the test date.

Read more about DPRC's test accommodation procedures and download the FAST Form

Spring 2013 Registration Information

Read more information regarding Spring 2013 dates and deadlines.

Student Opportunities

Peer Counselor Positions Available at Sunset Mental Health Services

Two Peer Counselor positions are available for immediate hire to work 20 hours a week, at Sunset Mental Health Services. Peer Counselors are expected to facilitate groups and teach/ model recovery-oriented tools and skills.  Spoken fluency in Cantonese, Mandarin or Russian required for one position.  Interested parties please email your resume to evonne.thong@sfdph.org or fax to 415-753-8147. View the peer counselor positions available at Sunset Mental Health Services for more details. 

 

2013-2014 Johnson/Kolb Scholarship for SFSU Graduate Students with Disabilities

The DPRC’s Philip Johnson/Cynthia Kolb Memorial Scholarship is available for the 2013-2014 academic year.  This annual $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to one enrolled or entering SFSU graduate student with a disability who is a role model for other students with disabilities in pursuing their academic goals.The Johnson/Kolb scholarship application is available online and in person at the DPRC (SSB 110). The application deadline is 4:30 p.m. on Friday, May 10, 2013

 

Wireless RERC’s Survey on Emergency Communications

The national Wireless Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center, which focuses on research, evaluation, and development of technologies and products that meet the needs of persons with disabilities, is currently conducting a national survey regarding accessible emergency communications. As an incentive for taking the survey, they will be giving away two $100 Amazon gift certificates to two respondents.  For more information on survey guidelines and procedures, visit the Wireless Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center website.

 

Study Abroad Through SF State

The Office of International Programs (OIP) at SF State offers study abroad programs in over 20 countries, in every academic discipline at SF State.  If you want to learn more about Study Abroad, come to one of OIP’s four informational meetings held each week.  To request disability accommodations, please contact Study Abroad at (415) 338-1293 or email at studyabr@sfsu.edu with your request at least seven days business days in advance.  

 

MaSquadCA P.A.C.E. CORE Leadership Program Internship

Fiona Ma's local government branch has started an internship program which helps disabled individuals work for government offices by way of videoconferencing.  Applications for internship positions are held year round and open. Please feel free to contact Raquel Santiago with any questions or concerns at raquels@mail.sfsu.edu. For more information please download the MaSquadCA P.A.C.E. CORE Leadership Program Application.

 

The Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling Training Program (RCTP)

If you are interested in a career in Rehabilitation Counseling, The Master of Science in Rehabilitation Counseling Training Program (RCTP) will be hosting Information Meetings to learn more about the program. For more information please download the SFSU Rehabilitation Counseling Training Program Information Meeting Flyer 2013.

 

Disabled Students Association (DSA)

DSA is open to all students with and without disabilities. View Disabled Students Association (DSA) for details.

 

Volunteer Opportunity at Independent Living Resource Center SF (ILRCSF)

ILRCSF is seeking an administrative support volunteer. View Volunteer at Independent Living Resource Center SF (ILRCSF) for details.

 

Faculty members - Please check out the Faculty Resources Page

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