The following information is essential knowledge for all employees when providing services and assistance to students, other employees, and the general public. It is important to understand that not all disabilities are visible.

Purpose of Regulatory Requirements

To build awareness of how Western’s business practices and individual actions can result in unfair treatment and/or unequal opportunities for those with disabilities when participating in University academics, activities and employment benefits and opportunities. Compliant practices support Western’s goals for an inclusive educational and work environment and can help avoid reputational or financial harm that can impact Western’s ability to fulfill its strategic mission. See Western’s Commitment to Accessibility.

• Electronic information, such as websites and electronic documents, must be accessible.
• No employee may deny any person who requests an accommodation due to disability (apparent or not) except for authorized employees in Human Resources, the Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance Office, Disability Access Center for students, or University Residences.

Compliance Resources

Send questions or comments about this webpage to compliance.matters@wwu.edu