Ann Arbor Campus Disability Listings

General Accessibility Information

Help us keep this list current. If a number or resource has changed, please notify:
um-gateway@umich.edu

Accessible Website Design

Resource to design accessible websites and web-based software.

The Software Accessibility/Usability Specialist Usability Support and Evaluation (USE) Lab offers magnification software, voice recognition software, and other assistive technology.

Duderstadt Center University of Michigan
Phone: (734) 615-5512
E-mail: use-lab@umich.edu

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Assistive Computer Technology

Software and hardware adaptations for people with disabilities are available at the James Edward Knox Center Adaptive Technology Computing Site (1128 Shapiro), and on other SITES computers throughout campus. For more information, please contact Jane Vincent, Assistive Technology Lead, at 6-3794 or jbvincen@umich.edu.

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The Americans with Disabilities Act

It is the policy of The University of Michigan to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. The University will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

For more information regarding the ADA, contact the University's ADA Coordinator at:

The Office of Institutional Equity
2072 Administrative Services Building
1009 Greene Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1432
Phone (Voice): (734) 763-0235
Phone (TTY) : (734) 647-1388
Fax: (734) 936-8894
Email: institutional.equity@umich.edu

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Athletic Events

Michigan Stadium

NOTE: We are working to expand this site with information regarding other athletic event venues.

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Campus Maps

The University is in the process of updating the maps of campus that show the accessible entrances to buildings. The Campus Information Center website provides a directory of campus maps and directions, including online maps with an interactive zoom option.

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Commencement

For information regarding accommodations for persons with disabilities during commencement, please contact either Services for Students with Disabilities or the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Institutional Equity.

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Campus Construction Sites

Information about changes in vehicle and pedestrian traffic patterns near construction areas.

For questions about a specific project, please view the project site or call our U-M Construction Project Information line at 734/615-8440.

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Council for Disability Concerns

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Elevator Repair

  • Campus Buildings: Days/Nights/Weekends: 647-2059
  • Residence Halls: Notify the Building Manager for your residence hall. Your RA has this information.

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Emergencies

To report an emergency from a campus location dial 911. This number is activated for TTY reception, as well as voice reception. To report an emergency from a non-campus phone or cell phone dial (734) 763-1131.

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Event Accessibility

For information regarding accommodations for persons with disabilities during events on campus, please contact either Services for Students with Disabilities or the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Institutional Equity.

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Libraries

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Michigan Relay Services

This free service allows a person with a hearing impairment to have phone contact with parties who do not have access to a TTY. Incoming calls from out of state are not handled. Out of state callers should use their relay services to call into Michigan.

Michigan Relay Center
Phone: (800) 649-3777
Online Resources: Michigan Relay Services Website

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Parking

To use designated accessible parking provided in all University lots and structures, display of a state-issued Disabled (handicapped) parking permit along with the applicable U-M parking permit or device is required.

Parking Services
508 Thompson Street
Ann Arbor, MI 48104-2414
Phone: (734) 764-8291
Fax: (734) 763-4041
Email: UMPark@UMich.edu
Online Resources: Parking for the Disabled

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Safety & Security

  • Call 911 from any University telephone for emergencies in progress. This number is activated for both Voice and TTY. If you are outside of the University or are calling form a cell phone, call (734) 763-1131.
  • University Housing residence halls have security coverage 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. One officer is assigned to each building each night from 9:00 p.m. through 7:00 a.m. Between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., there are officers on patrol who will respond to any residence hall should dispatch center receive a request for assistance.
  • Call 3-1131 from any University telephone for non-emergency situations. If you are outside of the University, call (734) 763-1131.
  • NOTE: There are also blue topped emergency telephones all over campus, including near residence halls. Lifting the receiver automatically places a direct call to DPS. Help is immediately dispatched for emergency calls. Non-emergency calls for assistance are handled in the order they are received.

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Snow Removal

For assistance with snow removal on campus, call:

  • Days (7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.): 764-3422
  • Nights/Weekends: 647-2059

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Transportation

  • U-M Buses
    Select U-M buses and vans are fitted with hydraulics to be accessible to persons using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. Check the U-M bus schedule to identify these fixed route buses.

    Transportation Services, The University of Michigan
    1213 Kipke Drive
    Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2002
    Phone: (734) 764-3427
    Fax: (734) 763-1470
    Email: TransportationWeb@UMich.edu
    Online Resources: University bus routes

  • Ann Arbor Transportation Authority (AATA) Buses
    All AATA buses are accessible for persons using wheelchairs or other mobility aids. All U-M staff, students and faculty can ride the AATA buses for free at any time when you show your M-Card identification. Check the AATA bus schedule to identify routes.

    AATA Business Office
    2700 S. Industrial Hwy.
    Ann Arbor, MI 48104
    Ride Information: (734) 996-0400
    Business Office: (734) 973-6500
    TDD for the hearing impaired: (734) 973-6997
    Night Ride: (7340 663-3888
    Email: aatainfo@theride.org
    Online Resources: Contact AATA online

  • Paratransit
    This service provides scheduled door-to-door service for students, faculty, and staff with disabilities. To register for the rides, all applicants must contact Services for Students with Disabilities at 763-3000.

    Transportation Services
    1213 Kipke Drive
    Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2002
    Phone: (734) 764-3427
    Fax: (734) 763-1470
    Email: TransportationWeb@UMich.edu
    Online Resources: Special Transportation Services

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