Category: ARC News

The Student Counseling Center offers a wealth of free mental health services to support students throughout their academic journey, particularly for those navigating college life with disabilities. In a recent interview, Erin Schrader, Assistant Director and Training Director at the Student Counseling Center, shared valuable insights into the comprehensive services available. Services at a Glance […]

The University Career Center (UCC) offers specialized support for students with disabilities to help them navigate their career journey effectively. Jennifer Lynch, Assistant Director of Career Readiness, brings valuable experience to this role, having worked extensively with students with learning differences and various disabilities in K-12 public education. “Over the years, I taught many students […]

Step 1: Survey What to do: Quickly scan headings, images, and summaries to get the big picture before diving in.   Step 2: Question What to do: Use your class notes to create practice questions in the same format your professor will use on exams (multiple choice, short answer, etc.). Recommended app: Quizlet – Create […]

In our effort to highlight exemplary transition practices, we sat down with Rhea Voelkle, a 504 Specialist at South Lake Carroll ISD, to discuss her team’s approach to preparing students with disabilities for college. Fostering Self-Advocacy Through Practice “We help provide opportunities for our students to act out real-life situations to build confidence and skills […]

Supportive Tools for Focus, Organization, and Wellbeing Navigating college life with neurodivergent traits—such as ADHD, autism, or dyslexia—can be challenging, but the right tech tools can make a big difference. Here are five standout apps that offer practical support to help students stay organized, reduce stress, and succeed academically. 1. Glean What it does: A […]

UTD’s Academic Success Coaching program offers students valuable one-on-one support to develop essential life skills that many students don’t acquire before college. Led by Program Manager Charles Spring, this peer coaching program helps students tackle common challenges like time management, study strategies, and test anxiety. “We help students in a one-on-one environment as well as […]

As there are no classes next week for the Thanksgiving break, ARC staff will work remotely Nov. 25-27. The ARC office in the Administration Building will be closed. The University is closed Nov. 28-29 for Thanksgiving.

By Ron Venable ARC Assistant Director Ron Venable along with Disability Specialists Suzon Schroeder and Ashley Teamor presented on “Keys to Equitable Learning for Students with Disabilities” at UTD’s annual UNITE Conference.

By Ron Venable The ARC is thrilled to announce that our student service support team is now complete with the addition of two accessibility specialists, Mrs. Suzon Schroeder, and Ms. Ashley Teamor. This has increased our total number of full-time staff who determine eligibility for accommodation and work with professors and students to four professionals, […]

By Ron Venable Ezrela Amoako has worked at the ARC as an exam proctor, data entry specialist, front desk support and lead office assistant for three years. She was nominated for her initiative, loyalty, and consistent output that has directly benefited students in the maintenance of their records and coordination of accommodations. We are so appreciative to […]