Disability Access Center (DAC)
About DAC
Clark College and the Disability Access Center (DAC) office assist students with disabilities in pursuing their educational goals. Clark College is committed to ensure its programs and services are accessible and inclusive for students with disabilities. Through DAC, students with disabilities can request accommodations to ensure equal access and discuss their concerns regarding barriers encountered. DAC will primarily focus on approving and providing, in partnership with faculty, student disability accommodations for classes.
We also strive to create a welcoming environment for diverse students seeks disability accommodations. We also promote Clark's Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) events and resources.
Interested in getting accommodations?
View the Steps for Requesting Accommodations located in the right navigation or the quick link buttons at the top of the page, for steps to getting started. Step 1 is a short Getting Started questionnaire. If you are a current student or a prospective student with a disability and feel you would benefit from accommodation, we hope you will contact the Disability Access Center Office! We are here to support you on your educational path.
Need a Sign Language Interpreter or captioning?
The Disability Access Center (DAC) office strives to accommodate requests for interpreters for meetings, classes, or events with advanced notice. For new students planning to visit the campus, interpreter services can also be requested. Please schedule your tour before submitting your request for interpreter services. Due to a national shortage of interpreters, we encourage requesting these services as early as possible. If there is flexibility regarding the timing of your meeting, please indicate any secondary options in the note section at the end of the “Request a Sign Language Interpreter or Captioning” form. Your proactive communication helps us better meet your needs. Please note that we cannot guarantee interpreter services with less than 10 business days advanced notice.
Hours of Operation
We offer in person, zoom, and phone meetings.
Contact
Main Phone
360-992-2314
If you have to leave a message, we will return the message within 2 business days and often earlier.
Video Phone for ASL
360-991-0901
Fax Phone
360-992-2879
Physical Location
Penguin Union Building (PUB) 002. Visit our Campus Maps webpage or contact us for location questions.
Campus MapFall Term Hours
Mondays: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
In-person
Tuesdays: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
In-person
Wednesdays: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
In-person
Thursdays: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
In-person
Fridays: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Remote
Previously scheduled proctoring appointments will continue as planned, and it is essential
for students to schedule these appointments at least 5 business days in advance.
You can schedule your appointment through MyAccess or reach out to DAC directly for
assistance.
Navigating our Physical Campus
For students with vision disabilities needing navigation support, Clark's Welcome Center and DAC office have brailled campus map booklets which include the main campus map as well as building maps. We can also mail these booklets to students upon request. These booklets are free of charge. Also, for those working with WA School for the Blind or Department of Services for the Blind you can request Orientation and Mobility (O&M) lessons on campus. If you or your O&M support staff have questions such as how to access your classrooms before the term begins, please contact us.
Disability Peer Mentors:
Are you a newer DAC student who wants to check in with a mentor about your accommodations? Or are you struggling with your courses and want some peer support? Do you want to just hang out with students with disabilities? If you are interested in learning about our peer mentor program, email DAC at dac@clark.edu.
Peer Mentors and DAC host weekly Body Doubling Study Space during fall, winter, and spring quarters, typically on Thursday afternoons. Contact us for more information.
Autism Spectrum Success Group:
Meets via Zoom Fridays beginning January 31, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. (First two session via Zoom, with the possibility for in-person meetings later). Group is 6 weeks long. Open to all Clark students with Autism or suspected Autism. Open to all Clark students with Autism or suspected Autism.
Interested in making new friends, checking in on your week, and discussing strategies
for personal and academic success? Join us!
Group typically meets on Fridays from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., beginning the fourth
week of the term. The first two sessions are via Zoom, with the possibility for in-person
meetings later. Group is 6 weeks long and open to all Clark students with Autism or
suspected Autism.
For more information, please email Shayna: sollins@clark.edu.
Students with Disabilities Luncheon:
Do you want to be in community with students and others who identify as having a seen or unseen disability and listen to a guest speaker of the topic while enjoying a free catered lunch? The Office of Diversity Equity and Inclusion sponsors these quarterly events for systemically non-dominant groups and their allies. Check the Clark events calendar for more information and to find the next one.