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Deaf* Services

Deaf* services are part of the Office of Equal Opportunity and works to assist Deaf students, staff, faculty and visitors at NC State.

At NC State, we are committed to ensuring equal access and providing comprehensive accommodations for Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing and DeafBlind individuals, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.

*The term “Deaf” is used as an inclusive term to include Deaf, Hard of Hearing, DeafBlind and DeafDisabled (D/HH/DB) individuals. 

REQUESTING ACCOMMODATIONS FOR DEAF SERVICES

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Students

Students who need Deaf services should connect with the Disability Resource Office (DRO). DRO attempts to respond to requests within 15 business days of submission; however, to ensure academic accommodations can be utilized within the current semester, students should complete this process a minimum of 4 weeks prior to the last day of classes.

Connect with DRO
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Faculty and Staff

OEO engages in an interactive process with employees to determine eligibility and ensure equal opportunity in employment. The Requesting an Accommodation page provides you step-by-step instructions on how to request an accommodation based on disability.

Request an ADA accommodation
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Visitors

NC State welcomes all community members to attend, participate and support university programs, activities and events. To request an interpreter or Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) services, please use the link to the form below.


Request an Interpreter/CART Services form

Request an Interpreter or CART Services

Fill out this form to request an interpreter or Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) services.

How to Add Good Alt Text

Check out the NC State Libraries resource page on curating appropriate Alt Text.

Tip Sheet: How to Work with Interpreters

View this resource sheet with tips on how to work with sign language interpreters and other similar service providers.

Tip Sheet: How to Work with Deaf Students and Professionals

View this resource sheet with tips on how to work with Deaf students and professionals.

Frequently Asked Questions

View this resource sheet with information about Deaf services.

Captioning Grant

Click to learn more about the Captioning Grant at NC State. This grant is provided to NC State University faculty to assist them with creating accessible multimedia.

Volunteer Notetakers

The Disability Resource Office provides access to note-taking accommodations for students with documented disabilities, such as mobility impairment, learning disabilities, dyslexia, blind/low vision, D/HH/DB, or individuals with PTSD or chronic illness.

Accessibility at NC State

NC State is committed to ensuring access to its physical and digital spaces, programs and services. View this webpage for general information about accessibility.

Additional Resources

On-Campus Resources for Students

  • The Student Ombuds assists NC State students in resolving problems related to their university working, learning or living experience. The ombuds also serves as the point of contact for students experiencing food, housing, and/or financial insecurity..

On-Campus Resources for Faculty and Staff

  • The Faculty and Staff Ombuds empowers people and the university to reach their full potential; engages with people and the university to help inform critical decisions; helps people build and strengthen relationships across the university; and surveys the university terrain, monitors trends and promotes fair process. The faculty ombuds office is independent, impartial, informal and confidential.

Off-Campus Resources

  • The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) – Division of Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DSDHH) works to ensure that all Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or DeafBlind North Carolinians have the ability to communicate their needs and to receive information easily and effectively in all aspects of their lives, especially their health and well-being. 
  • The National Deaf Center (NDC) on Postsecondary Outcomes aims to close the substantial gaps in education and employment that exist for deaf people in the United States and its territories. The NDC offers online courses, online gaming tools for youth, data reports, research summaries, evidence-based resources and webinars. Additionally, the NDC offers individualized consultation, training, and resources that help community members, organizations, and schools improve outcomes for deaf people in continuing education and training.

Policies and Regulations

Contact Us

NC State aims to support Deaf students, faculty and staff. Please email us if you have any questions or concerns about Deaf services.

Email equalopportunity@ncsu.edu

News

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Five Questions with NC State’s Disability Resources Office

NC State’s Disability Resources Office (DRO), part of the Office of Equal Opportunity, advocates for a more welcoming student experience by eliminating unnecessary institutional barriers to ensure equal access to participate in the NC State experience for students with disabilities. We spoke with Director Mark Newmiller to learn more about the office, its mission and vision, and how the DRO is making the university more accessible to all.

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Closed Captioning: Not Just a Tool, a Legal Requirement

Save time while helping students succeed in your course by planning closed captioning for your class videos in advance. If one student is registered with the Disability Resource Office, an accuracy rate of 98% is mandated for closed captions. It’s not just a great idea, it’s the law!

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Spotlight on Deaf/Hard of Hearing/DeafBlind Services

In January 2024, Taylor Ofori, a certified sign language interpreter, became the inaugural coordinator of deaf, hard of hearing and deaf/blind services. Learn more about how she supports students, faculty and staff at NC State.