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Accessibility Awareness Month

Join us in celebrating and promoting accessibility at UTRGV.

2024 Events

For Students

For Faculty and Staff

 

“ UTRGV Accessibility Achievement Award ”   

The Accessibility Achievement Award is an annual celebration of individuals who support and contribute to access for students with disabilities at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Student Accessibility Services alone does not make the university accessible to students. We rely on every member of the multi-campus community. 

Award webpage link

Award Recipients

 

SAS Test Taking Strategies

Description :

In collaboration with the Learning Assistance Center (LAC)  we have been provided access to several important and helpful videos. These videos focus on studying strategies and techniques, they cover the Po modoro Method, Cornell Notes, and Interval Studying. In addition, another video “What is PLTL?” was provided that lets SAS students know more about the PLTL tutoring program offered at the LAC and how it may be beneficial .

GPA Calculator Guide

Pomodoro Method

Cornell Notes

Interval Studying

What is PLTL?

 

“ Tips and Etiquette for working with an ASL interpreter”   

 

 

“ Vaqueros of UTRGV ”   

Welcome to our Vaqueros of UTRGV series which began as a concept to share the personal experienced from our students.

Read real stories from people with different types of disabilities and how they cope with academic and personal challenges and opportunities in their daily lives. Learn about their experiences, tips, and resources!

PDF version

 

“ Sundaes with SAS/BMSLC 1.105 Learning Style Presentation"

What is your Learning Style ?  Understanding the three main learning styles which defines how individuals best take in and process information, while enjoying an ice cream sundae with fixings.

October 15th @1pm BMSLC 1.105

  

"Apple Accessibility"

Learn about built-in features that are designed just for you and how to get the best experience from your Apple device. 

Apple Accessibility Play List

"Android Accessibility"

Learn about built-in features that are designed just for you and how to get the best experience from your Android device. 


For more information or accommodations, please contact Student Accessibility Services in Edinburg (956) 665-7005 or Brownsville (956) 882-7372 or ability@utrgv.edu.
Accessibility Awareness Month is sponsored by Student Accessibility Services.
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