E. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and University of Tampa policy prohibit discrimination in employment and educational programs against qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the policy of The University of Tampa to provide reasonable accommodations or academic adjustments when necessary. These accommodations and adjustments must be made in a timely manner and on an individualized and flexible basis.

While the University may initiate discussions with a student, staff member or faculty member when the need for an accommodation is obvious, it normally is the responsibility of individual students, staff, and faculty members to identify themselves as an individual with a disability when seeking an accommodation or adjustment. It is also the responsibility of individual students, staff, and faculty members to document their disability (from an appropriately licensed professional) and to demonstrate how the disability limits their ability to complete the essential functions of their job or limits student’s participation in programs or services of the university. Medical documentation will be kept confidential.

Students, staff, and faculty members must maintain institutional standards of performance.