Disability Services at the Filene Center

Mission

Wheaton is committed to ensuring equitable participation in all programs and activities of the College. As a recipient of Federal assistance, we are committed to the prohibition of discrimination in the recruitment, admission, and education of students with disabilities. We strive to support Wheaton students to reach their potential in learning and living within the College community and in the world at large. In seeking to meet this commitment, Wheaton recognizes that students differ in their needs and learning styles. In addition, we understand that an informed College community is better able to meet the needs of students with disabilities.

Goals

• Provide appropriate and reasonable accommodations and support services to students with disabilities on a case by case basis, based upon their documentation.
• Educate the Wheaton community on the rights and needs of students with disabilities.
• Provide a safe and welcoming environment for students with disabilities.
• Assist the College to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990(ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended 2009.

Confidentiality

The American with Disabilities Act and the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) have established guidelines for confidentiality of all disability-related information. Documentation and any communication related to a student's disability is maintained in strict confidentiality and is released only on a need-to-know basis, as authorized in writing by the student, except in cases required by law.