About Us

About Us

At Olympic College, we recognize disability as a valued aspect of diversity and are dedicated to the inclusion and full participation of our students.

We hope you find the resources and information on this webpage useful. 

Definitions & Services

What is a Disability?

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a disability is defined as a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activity. Medical or psychological documentation is necessary to verify the condition. Examples of disabilities include:

  • Learning
  • Attention deficit/hyperactivity
  • Psychological/emotional
  • Chronic/acute health
  • Neurological
  • Mobility
  • Hearing
  • Vision
  • Speech/language

A Letter to Parents

A Letter to Parents

Dr. Jane Jarrow is an expert in the field of disability in higher education with more than 35 years of experience including her tenure as the Executive Director of the Association on Higher Education and Disability. 

We hope you will read her letter to parents of student with disabilities about to enter college.

Useful Disability Related Websites