The University is legally obligated to provide appropriate accommodations for students with disabilities. The campus's Disability Support Service Office (DSS) works with students and faculty members to address a variety of issues ranging from test anxiety to physical and psychological disabilities. If an instructor believes that a student may have a disability, DSS should be consulted (4-7682 or dissup@umd.edu). Note that to receive accommodations, students must first have their disabilities documented by DSS. The office then prepares an Accommodation Letter for course instructors regarding needed accommodations. Students are responsible for presenting this letter to their instructors by the end of the drop/add period.
Services for students in various forms of distress are offered by the Counseling Center and the Mental Health Service in the Health Center. During evenings and weekends, the student peer-counseling hotline (4-HELP or 4-4357) is available. Faculty members who wish to consult with professionals may call 4-7651 for immediate assistance. For non-emergency issues, faculty can call the Warmline (4-7653). A therapist will respond within a few hours. In addition, a resource guide is available to assist faculty in identifying and responding to students who may be having problems related to depression, test anxiety, career plans and more.
In the event of an emergency, faculty should contact Campus Police (5-3333 or 911). In cases involving individuals who are perceived as threatening, disruptive, or otherwise problematic, faculty should contact the Behavior Evaluation and Threat Assessment Resource Group. BETA provides resources to faculty and makes referrals to appropriate University or off-campus entities.