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Finals are approaching

Hello, UMassD students!
Remember to register for your final exams in the OSAS testing center if you need extended time. For finals, we have a 10 business day minimum requirement for students to sign-up to take your tests with us. It can sneak up quickly, especially when there are a lot of things at this time of the semester that are demanding your time and attention. We please ask that you register for these finals as soon as possible so we can prepare.  Be on the lookout for emails from access_success@umassd.edu about when the last day to schedule certain finals dates comes up. 
If you’re having a hard time managing some of the stress and anxiety that can be present this time of the semester, we’ve included some PDFs. They have tips about test anxiety, grounding techniques, getting organized, and how to reduce stress.
For those of you taking summer courses, don’t forget to register for accommodations for this summer! You can do so after the spring semester ends. 
Students graduating this semester, we congratulate you and wish you all of the best in your next steps! Whether that’s grad school, entering your field, or taking a gap year before continuing education, be proud of your accomplishments these past years! For those who will be coming back this summer or in the fall, we can’t wait to work with you again  at OSAS to help you achieve your academic goals!
From everyone at OSAS,
Good luck and have a great rest of your semester!

Smart Pens

It is the philosophy of the Office of Student Accessibility Services that our students act as independently as possible and develop knowledge and skills that will assist them after graduation. Many of our students will be using SmartPen technology which will enable them to take their own notes without needing a second person as their note taker. The Office of Student Accessibility Services will have a limited number of SmartPens for loan to our students.

What is a SmartPen? Please view this video link for your answer!

When students use the SmartPen they are being independent. Most importantly taking your own notes is part of the learning process. 

  1. Student using a Smart Pen becomes independent instead of relying on another student to supply a copy of class notes
  2. According to Stanford study – taking your own notes by hand is part of the learning process and increases the level of success. 
  3. Student learns about inexpensive technology that may be used by them later in employment.
  4. Student can download audio files of class lectures to replay.
  5. Student can download their actual writing of notes and save digital copy on their computer.
  6. Smart Pen is easy to use for tech savvy students.

Accessible transportation

UMassD provides transportation services to students with various disabilities between on-campus locations via a wheelchair/scootor-capable van, if needed. To schedule: transportation@umassd.edu.

For questions regarding this service, contact the Transportation Office at 508.999.9175. If the shuttle service is cancelled, contact UMassD Police at 508.999.8107.