Student Testimonials
Carlos Cruz
"Student Accessibility Services has been able to provide my accommodations to a point where I’m able to do my best ability for my classes and pursue my dream major. They have been able to advocate for my visual impairment and with them they have also proven to me that with the disability, anything is possible. They have always been supportive, fast, and responsive when I needed advocation. I have felt that regardless of my disability, I have been able to accomplish my personal goals that I never imagined what I can do. (Fall 2021)" ~ Carlos (Fall 2021)
Sean Richey
"My overall experience is still ongoing. SAS is willing and more than capable to make adjustments to individual with accommodations when the need arises based on the severity of disability. SAS is flexible in meeting the needs of students during their educational career. SAS has advocated for me in regards to ensuring that I complete my accommodations each semester. They also are willing to reach out to the student’s educators when there are questions concerning accommodations. I would recommend SAS, students with disabilities can be reassured that they can/are in a safe, comfortable, and professional environment in which to request their accommodations. SAS staff is more than willing to listen, emphasize, and service students while maintaining the academic integrity." ~ Sean (Fall 2021)
Julissa Rivas
"Student Accessibility Services has been able to help me succeed in my education. SAS is an advocate for me because they have been able to give me the accommodations needed for my education. I would recommend SAS because they are able to help you with accommodations. I am doing what I need to do to succeed in the school setting." ~ Julissa (Fall 2021)
Dinah Rodriguez
"Student Accessibility Services has given me a way to reach my professors in a professional manner in telling them my needs and asking them to accommodate to my disabilities, through a notification letter. It has given me assurance that I get to learn just like everyone else: it may not be in the same method as everyone else, but it is a valid method that is acknowledged on behalf of the Federal Govt, State of Texas, the UTRGV faculty and staff. I have been called a “Trendsetter” by one of the staff members, because I self-advocate. I will recommend SAS because without it, you will not be able to get the assistance one so much may need. There are resources out there that only the staff would know of, and that if they don’t know, they will find the answers for you so that you can go to school and succeed. I have been encouraged by their sincere caring. " ~ Dinah (Fall 2021)
Maria Jose Gomez
"The Student Accessibility Services department has the function of serving as a place where students from the disability community can expose the problems they face and make them known to the rest of the university community. I am fortunate that I currently get to go to a school that takes the time to listen to my concerns. When we refer to accommodations, we are not being given anything special, they are a necessity and I believe that the Student Accessibility Services department helps “normalize” that. I would recommend it, as it fills the space that the disability community needs to have a sense of belonging and celebrate their disability in the same way that any other group does." ~ Maria (Spring 2021)
Ruth Martinez
"My overall experience with SAS has been welcoming and accepting. The staff that works there is always available and willing to help in any way they can. A few ways Student Accessibility Services has allowed me to reach my fullest academic potential by providing me with accommodations and tools for class, such as a recorder, advocating for me, and teaching me how to advocate myself. SAS has advocated to get me the correct times during exams and have my accommodations respected and followed. I would completely recommend SAS to students with a disability so they can reach their fullest academic potential as well." ~ Ruth (Spring 2021)
Jonathan Orduña
"SAS has been helpful for my accommodations in extending my time when taking tests/exams. And whenever I need some assistance, they can give me the wise words I'm looking for, even if it wasn't what I wanted. I would recommend SAS to new students of UTRGV. I seek out SAS assistance whenever I need it because one of the purposes of SAS for people with disabilities like and similar to mine is to get on our two feet and make our marks in the world and create our own futures, for not just ourselves but for those who supported us and who got us this far." ~ Jonathan (Spring 2021)
Arturo De La Garza
"The SAS office promotes equal access, learning, independence, and empowerment and for me it has provided all of them. Without their services I wouldn't have been able to achieve and exceed many of my personal educational goals and I take comfort in the fact that I know they will be with me to the finish line. They have been my guiding light through the darkest hours of my college experience. The SAS office is breaking down barriers faced by many UTRGV students and opening their doors to all that seek success and independence!" ~ Arturo (Fall 2018)
Cynthia Garcia
"Student Accessibility Services took the time to introduce me to their offerings that would suit my needs and to allow me the opportunity to perform on a level playing field. I want to thank Student Accessibility Services for the role they played in helping make my transition back to school as smooth as possible. With their help, I feel that I am finally performing in a way that accurately reflects my love of learning, genuine interest in the material, and my efforts in and outside the classroom." ~ Cynthia (Fall 2018)
German Rodriguez
"As a former veteran I have needs that are not visible to anyone else other than myself, the assistance I have received through the student accessibilities has helped me come through these challenges. The care and assistance I have received from the staff is greatly appreciated and without them I would not have the confidence to push forward and to be successful with my studies." ~ German (Fall 2018)
Jordan Salazar
"I am thankful to SAS. It has given me the chance to be able to be successful. It has also given me the view of not to be ashamed of my disabilities. It has helped me to accomplish things like everyone else. I also want to say that without this help I would’ve probably not been here. I would like to encourage people with disabilities to come and join this program." ~ Jordan (Fall 2018)
Rene Garza
"The Student Accessibility Services staff was wonderful. They were quick and timely and ensured that all of my accommodation needs were being met every semester." ~ Rene (Summer 2017)
Vanessa Cobarrubias
"My "disability" is not visible to the naked eye, thus I struggle daily to get the world to recognize that I learn and test differently. I may be unlike the traditional student, but that does not mean I am disabled. Student Accessibility Services is the resource that has allowed me to show the world that I can achieve success. The support & services provided by SAS office have been vital to my success both academically and professionally." ~ Vanessa (Summer 2017)