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| Fall 2020 STLCC Access Office Newsletter
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| The Access Office staff at St. Louis Community College is committed to providing all students an equitable and accessible environment in all learning opportunities, programs, resources and facilities. Access staff coordinate support services and reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities.
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| A resource for faculty and staff, the Access office provides guidance and support on implementing best practices for removing barriers to students. In keeping with the mission of STLCC, Access office staff take an individualized approach to empower each student with the knowledge to make informed decisions in order to reach their fullest academic potential.
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| The Access office coordinates support services and reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities.
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| Did you have an individualized education plan (IEP) or a 504 plan in high school? Do you see a doctor or other provider for a physical or mental health diagnosis? If so, you may qualify for support from the Access office.
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| We work with new and returning students. If you would like to have a confidential meeting with the Access office to learn more, please contact your campus Access office:
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STLCC-Forest Park, Harrison Education Center - fpaccess@stlcc.edu
STLCC-Meramec - mcacess@stlcc.edu
STLCC-Florissant Valley - fvaccess@stlcc.edu
STLCC-Wildwood - wwaccess@stlcc.edu
South County - scaccess@stlcc.edu
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| COVID-19 and the Access Office
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| We understand that the transition to online courses can be a new experience for some and bring on different challenges. If you are you a current student who works with the Access office and your accommodation needs have changed due to classes moving to online, please contact your campus Access office for help. |
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| Campus Resources for Students
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| Need a Sign Language interpreter for a Campus Activity, Tutoring Session or Appointment?
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Please use this link to make a request. It may take up to two business days to fill your request.
Interpreter Request Form
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| Faculty Online Learning FAQs
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| The Access Office website has answers to many questions.
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| The most frequent questions we receive involve testing accommodations:
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How do I provide accommodated testing for students for online classes?
The campus testing centers can assist with accommodated testing if needed.
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How can I give extended time?
The time allowed for an exam in Blackboard is set by the instructor. You can extend the time for individual students.
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Can I require a student to use a lockdown browser?
Yes, STLCC uses Respondus Lockdown Browser and Monitor for online proctored experiences.
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A student receives a reader and/or a scribe and cannot use my required lockdown browser. What are my options?
You can allow the student to test without the use of a lockdown browser, or you can contact your campus testing center to learn how we can help you with student accommodations.
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I have more questions about giving my student their accommodations that are not addressed here.
Please contact your campus testing center. We are more than happy to help you address your concerns.
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I have more questions about how to use Blackboard and/or lockdown browsers that are not addressed here.
Click the link to Request Assistance from Online Education.
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John Poe, AAS, Mass Communications 2020.
I started at St. Louis Community College at Meramec after graduating from Metropolitan High School in 2007. I wasn’t fully ready for college at the time, so I took continuing education classes. I later went back to STLCC-Meramec and this time was successful, thanks to the Access office and teachers around me.
Click here to read more.
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Debra Hutcherson, AAS Human Services 2020.
In fall 2019, Debra Hutcherson completed her human services practicum in the Access office at STLCC-Forest Park. She has been a student at STLCC since 2014 and utilized Access services. Hutcherson said, “The Access office is a place I can come and get the support I need. People like [me] can get the resources we need. It is good having a place to go.”
Click here to read more.
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Welcome to Geoffrey Littleton, Access office, STLCC-Florissant Valley
Geoffrey Littleton has been an STLCC staff member for more than nine years. A graduate of STLCC-Meramec and Webster University, he began working in the STLCC- Forest Park Access office part-time. His initial role was as an educational assistant, helping to proctor tests and coordinating support staff.
Click here to read more.
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What’s New with Assistive Technology?
The STLCC Access offices are starting to use “robots” to help students who have remote note taking needs. This robot is known as Swivl. The Swivl is a robotic mount for an i-Pad, camera or smartphone that comes with a remote control.
Click here to read more.
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Christopher Rowland, AA GTS 2014
“Sunday, May 18, 2014, was the HAPPIEST day of my entire life. For after finally accomplishing my associate degree in general transfer studies, it was the day of my college graduation. I held perfect attendance in all my classes from 2012-2014 and even attended tutoring sessions.”
Click here to read more.
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2020 marks the 30th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
This important legislation helped increase access and opportunity for people with disabilities in our workplaces and communities. In October, the STLCC Access offices will host events to celebrate. More information will be shared soon.
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