Office of Student Disability Services

WHAT WE DO

We lead the university in its commitment to recognize disability as a valued aspect of diversity, to embrace access as a matter of social justice, and to design more welcoming and inclusive environments.

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Creating Equal Opportunities for Students with Disabilities

In collaboration with the larger campus community, the Office of Student Disability Services (SDS) assists the University in its commitment to protect the civil rights of students with disabilities and foster more welcoming, inclusive environments.

SDS is responsible for determining and providing support for disability-related accommodations and, through an interactive process with students and faculty, works to remove unintentional curricular and programmatic barriers.

Apply for Disability Services

SDS Resources

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Rebel Access Portal

The Rebel Access portal is a centralized platform for students registered with SDS. It provides students with easy access to manage their accommodations, including requesting alternative testing, notetaking services, and accessible reading materials. Notetakers and instructors also use the platform to manage and upload materials for SDS students.

Student Portal
An ASL interpreter interprets a speech at graduation.

Interpreting Services

SDS coordinates interpreting services for campus events, activities, and meetings to ensure communication access for those who are deaf and hard of hearing. ASL interpreters are limited and priority is given to students registered with SDS for classroom-related needs.

Request Interpreting
Kinard Hall

SDS Testing Center

The SDS Testing Center provides a secure and supportive environment for students with approved accommodations to complete their exams. The center offers accommodations such as extended time, distraction-reduced spaces, and test proctoring services, ensuring that students receive the appropriate support based on their needs.

SDS Testing Center

Meet Our Staff

Feel free to contact us with any questions about our policies, procedures, or how we support equal opportunities for academic success.
Stacey Reycraft

Stacey Reycraft

  • Director of Student Disability Services
Rivers Gilder

Rivers Gilder

  • Assistant Director of Student Disability Services
Robin Yekaitis

Robin Yekaitis

  • Access Services Advisor
Tammy Rubenstein

Tammy Rubenstein

  • Access Services Advisor
Ashley Mathis

Ashley Mathis

  • Access Services Advisor
Mary Bridwell

Mary Bridwell

  • Access Services Advisor
Kendle Bruton

Kendle Bruton

  • Access Services Advisor
Tori Laing

Tori Laing

  • Access Services Advisor
Julie Seawright

Julie Seawright

  • Coordinator of Communication Access
James Weier

James Weier

  • Adaptive Technology Specialist
Ashley Brewer

Ashley Brewer

  • Administrative Coordinator I
Brandy Bacon

Brandy Bacon

  • Program Coordinator for Testing Services
  • Accessibility Barriers

    Help us foster an inclusive environment by reporting any accessibility barriers you encounter on campus to the Office of Equal Opportunity & Regulatory Compliance.

    Report a Barrier to Access
  • The Bridge Program for Autism

    The Bridge program aims to facilitate the transition into college by providing academic and social support to all University of Mississippi students who have been diagnosed with autism. Through mentorship, tutoring, and activities, members are able to navigate higher education with ease.

    The Bridge Program
  • Commitment Statement on Disability Access

    In January of 2010, the Chancellor of The University of Mississippi reaffirmed the University's commitment to students, staff and visitors with disabilities.

    Read the Commitment Statement on Disability Access
  • Student Privacy and Confidentiality

    Under FERPA, SDS protects the confidentiality of disability records and may only disclose information without consent in limited situations. SDS can share details with instructors about how a disability impacts the classroom, but not the diagnosis, if the student signs an accommodation agreement.

    Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)