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University of Mississippi Accessibility

In accordance with the goals and creed of the University of Mississippi, the university encourages excellence, inclusion and respect for the dignity of those with disabilities and will recognize and promote the value of individual differences.

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Accessibility at UM

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing equal access to its educational services, programs, and activities in accordance with federal law and university policy. We seek to provide a welcoming and inclusive experience for all students, visitors, and employees of the university. We invite you to explore our accessibility services and resources, and please report any barriers to access you may encounter. 

Support for everyone

We are committed to ensuring accessibility for all students, employees, and visitors.

Student Accessibility

Students with disabilities who need accommodations to fully access classes, programs, facilities, and events are encouraged to contact Student Disability Services (SDS). 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. 

Student Accessibility

Employee & Visitor Accessibility

The ADA Coordinator works with employees and visitors to facilitate accommodations for people with disabilities are provided for employees and visitors. The ADA Coordinator's office also addresses accessibility concerns and barriers for visitors and employees. 

 

 

 

Employee & Visitor Accessibility

Digital Accessibility

Digital accessibility is the inclusive design of electronic content to create a digital environment where people can access, understand and interact fully. The Digital Accessibility office works with faculty and staff to provide tools and training to make sure that content posted on university websites, learning management system, social media, and more are accessible to all, including those with disabilities. 

Digital Accessibility

Services

Faculty, staff, and students must register vehicles and acquire an appropriate permit through the Department of Parking & Transportation. A state-issued accessible parking permit does not provide parking access without the necessary permit. 

To park in ADA designated stalls, faculty, staff and students must provide a state-issued handicap hangtag.

  • All individuals with handicap hangtags may park in any non-reserved spaces, including faculty/staff and student spots.
  • One may park in an ADA designated space or any other valid space on campus that is not otherwise marked with a University parking permit and ADA hangtag.
The Department of Parking and Transportation's Special Parking Accommodations also offers options for short-term and longer-term medical accessible parking options. 

 Visitors may park in ADA-designated parking spaces on campus, and some campus events will provide additional accessible parking spaces and lots. 

The Oxford University Transit (OUT) system is free for all students, faculty, and staff members at the University of Mississippi with a valid UM ID and is available for use by visitors for $1 per ride. There are several, circular campus routes that stop at multiple, on and off campus locations frequented by students. All shuttles are wheelchair accessible with wheelchair lifts or ramps. 
The OUT system also provides paratransit transportation services for riders with disabilities. All paratransit vehicles are wheelchair accessible. For information on the OUT Paratransit system, please visit the OUT website or call 662-234-3540.

Students who need captioning or sign language interpreting services will make those requests through their Rebel Access portal once accommodations have been approved through Student Disability Services. 

Student Disability Services also provides sign language interpreting services for the campus community. Please reach out to Student Disability Services with details about the event where sign language interpreting is needed. 

Live captioning is available for campus events by contacting accessibility@olemiss.edu.

The ability of students, faculty, staff, and visitors to access campus with the use of a service animal is a critical aspect of the University’s commitment to full inclusion for those with disabilities. To that end, the University follows all federal guidelines and regulations as they apply to service animals.

 

As defined by the US Department of Justice, a service animal is a dog, and in some cases, a miniature horse, that has been individually trained to perform a specific task, or tasks, for those with disabilities. There are no restrictions on the breed or size of a service dog. With an exception for reasonable health and safety issues, service animals may accompany their handler (the disabled person using the service animal) to any environment in which the general public is allowed. Service animals are not required to be registered or certified by any entity and handlers are not required to submit documentation indicating the animal is a service animal. They are also not required to wear identifying service animal vest or to carry a service animal license.

Parking

A valid Ole Miss gameday parking pass and state-issued ADA credential are required for ADA stalls on gameday.

ADA Golf Cart Shuttle

Shuttles are intended for patrons needing assistance; they will not transport tailgating equipment unless associated with an ADA guest. Please be courteous and use the service only if necessary.

ADA Seating

Patrons must have a reserved ticket designated for ADA seating areas. Contact Ole Miss Ticket Office at 888-REB-TKTS or purchase tickets online. 

Flashing Lights Warning

Ole Miss football games utilize LED lighting and animation effects. These lighting effects take place several times during the game. Sensory bags are available for rent in the Fan Information Stations and Premium Areas in Vaught-Hemingway stadium during each home game. The sensory bags include strobe reduction glasses, noise-canceling headphones and fidget items and are available on a limited basis each game while supplies last.

Contact Us

Stacey Reycraft

Stacey Reycraft

  • Director of Student Disability Services
Billy Benson

Billy Benson

  • Director, Equal Opportunity Compliance & ADA Coordinator
Jennifer Bland

Jennifer Bland

  • Digital Accessibility Coordinator

Policies

Policies and forms related to disability and accessibility.

  • Americans with Disabilities Act

    The ADA is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability and ensures equal access for students, employees, and visitors to the university.

    Americans with Disabilities Act

  • Accessibility of Technology Services

    This policy establishes an equitable technology environment that is accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities, with or without the use of assistive technology. Adherence to this policy will ensure that all individuals have access to Digital Content, Resources, and Technology

    Accessibility of Technology Services Policy

  • University Policy on Students with Disabilities

    These policies ensure students with disabilities receive the accommodations and support they need for equal access to academics, housing, campus life, and beyond.

    Explore Student Disability Services Policies

  • Commitment Statement on Disability Access

    Read the Commitment Statement