{"id":12513,"date":"2020-02-27T17:32:47","date_gmt":"2020-02-28T00:32:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/blog\/?p=12513"},"modified":"2020-02-27T17:32:47","modified_gmt":"2020-02-28T00:32:47","slug":"requesting-disability-accomodations-for-veteran-students","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/blog\/requesting-disability-accomodations-for-veteran-students\/","title":{"rendered":"Requesting Disability Accomodations for Veteran Students"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The transition period a veteran experiences between exiting the military and beginning life as a student is filled with unique challenges. The reintegration into civilian life can be especially challenging if a veteran is trying to navigate the adjustment with the obstacle of a disability. Fortunately, veterans don\u2019t need to travel the path alone. Many educational institutions offer programs designed to assist veteran students in obtaining the services they need to succeed academically. To help us understand the process of applying for disability accommodations, we spoke with Don Accamando, Director of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duq.edu\/admissions-and-aid\/military-and-veterans\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Office of Military and Veteran Students<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duq.edu\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Duquesne University<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Requesting Accommodations<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re interested in learning about the documentation process for requesting <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/blog\/disability-advocates-in-college-what-they-do-and-how-to-find-one\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">disability accommodations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> but don\u2019t know where to begin, start by speaking with a trusted university staff member.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cIn my role as director of the Office of Military and Veteran Students (OMVS), I help to connect veterans with Duquesne\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duq.edu\/life-at-duquesne\/student-services\/disability-services\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Office of Disability Services<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to ensure that pressing needs are directly addressed. In some cases, accompanying the student veteran to the office is necessary, and important,\u201d says Accamando.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disabilities aren\u2019t just physical in nature. If you find yourself struggling visually, auditorily, emotionally, or intellectually don\u2019t be afraid to ask for help. You may be entitled to receive specialized services to help you succeed.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Accamando, the most common accommodations veterans seek out include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">additional time to take tests<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">large print computer screen capability<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a quiet location to test<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">latitude to miss class due to doctor\u2019s appointments.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cUnfortunately, veterans are not always comfortable seeking help\u2014that behavior is contrary to the warrior ethos. There is a certain amount of autonomy within the military to \u2018get things done\u2019. For some, admitting that they can\u2019t \u2018accomplish the mission\u2019 casts doubt on that individual\u2019s ability to do just that. Overcoming the stigma that an individual has specific needs requires the development of a bond or a degree of trust. Without trust or allowing time for conversations about special needs can compound a variety of issues that can affect the academic and social performance of the student veteran.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reaching out to university staff is the first step in the process for getting the help you need to succeed. They will be able to walk you through the documentation process and assist in obtaining classroom and testing accommodations if needed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cSome students try to \u2018muscle through\u2019 these significant limitations, but this solo effort may lead to diminished performance, a dip in morale, and in some cases, end in failure.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What is a VA Certifying Official? How can they help me?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThe University Certifying Official is the subject matter expert for all <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/benefits.va.gov\/benefits\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">VA benefit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> issues and assists all GI Bill benefit users, regardless of the chapter, in the proper use and certification of those benefits. The Certifying Official works directly with the Veterans Administration to \u2018Certify\u2019 the veteran, or in the case of a transfer of benefit under Chapter 33 of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/benefits.va.gov\/gibill\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GI Bill<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the dependent\u2019s benefits.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the VA Certifying Official may be housed in a different location from university disability services, they are still a resource to approach with questions about how to find support services on campus.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Service animals welcome<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ada.gov\/service_animals_2010.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Americans with Disabilities Act<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, service animals are defined as \u201cdogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities.\u201d Service animals may accompany students in classrooms, residence halls, and even in locations where food is being served.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cService dogs and their handlers are protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act and, as such, are permitted in all dining facilities. Duquesne University currently has a student veteran enrolled who is paired with a service dog. He hasn\u2019t experienced any challenges or issues on campus.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important to note that service animals differ from emotional support animals. Limitations may apply to the presence of emotional support animals on campus, and policies vary by school. Make sure to inquire about the regulations and documentation needed for emotional support animals if needed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Remember, you\u2019re not alone<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having a support system is vital to your academic success. But what if you don\u2019t have a network of close friends or family members to rely on? Accamando encourages students to seek support from their peers by regularly visiting the Veterans Center on campus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cDuquesne University maintains its longtime commitment to providing a variety of services for its student veterans and their dependents within the Office for Military and Veteran Students. There\u2019s a comfortable Veterans Center on campus, where all members of the military and veteran <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/blog\/5-ways-veterans-can-connect-on-campus\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">student community<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are welcome to relax and connect. This is an important component of campus life for the nontraditional student veteran. The Center includes a VA Work Study office offering limited \u2018work study\u2019 positions for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.petersons.com\/blog\/how-can-veterans-take-advantage-of-the-gi-bill-when-attending-college\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GI Bill<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> users and a special quiet study space for all to recline to when studying in the Center becomes too challenging.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you\u2019re not necessarily looking to socialize on campus, visiting a Veterans Center at your school could still be beneficial. As Accamado notes, there may be employment opportunities or financial awards available that aren\u2019t advised across the entire student body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking for more veteran student resources? 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