1. Access Abroad Accommodations and Faculty-Led Programs AHEAD Conference July 2015 Heidi Soneson, Ph.D., Learning Abroad Center Lindsey Lahr, MA, Learning Abroad Center Barbara Blacklock, MA, LISW, Disability Resource Center

2. Agenda Overview of Study Abroad Programs Unique Aspects of Faculty-Led Programs Early Disclosure Overview of Process for Obtaining Reasonable Accommodation Case Studies Faculty Leader Accommodation Considerations Application on Your Campus Questions and Feedback

3. Study Abroad Options Short-term faculty-led Center-based (study, internships) Integrated study/exchange Volunteer Affiliated programs

4. Unique Aspects of Faculty-Led Programs Leader is more than professor- wears many “hats” but has on-site support Group dynamics and interaction are paramount to program success Short-term programs- experience is intensified - full semester in 1 to 3 weeks

5. Early Disclosure Barriers to disclosure Encouraging disclosure –Assume students/faculty are reluctant to disclose –Review written materials –Provide successful examples –Highlight proactive planning to ensure access –Enhance confidence of faculty

6. Process for Obtaining Reasonable Accommodations Accommodations Request Form Assessing essential program components Explore overseas access/local support Dialogue on needs vs. on-site realities Document support and on-site contacts Maintain open communication abroad

7. Case Studies Program Model: Instructor-led Freshman Seminar Abroad programs –Deaf Student –Emotional Support Animal Stakeholders Central Goal: Making sure student would have reasonable accommodations in order to participate fully in the program and course

8. Case Studies Challenges Timeline Benefit Key Lessons

9. Faculty Leader Accommodation Considerations Faculty leader as instructor vs. on-site leader Identifying/defining on-site support Clarify essential program components (academics, excursions, events) Determining accommodation needs Determining financial implications (if any) Assessing disclosure to student participants

10. Application on Your Campus Establish clear advising protocols Clarify roles: faculty and other offices Consider group dynamics Identify on-site support structures Review options for funding reasonable accommodations

11. Questions and Feedback Questions? Insights/Thoughts?