STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES, PROLONGED ILLNESS, OR INJURY:
“The law mandates that no student may be denied education or access to any program or
part of the education offered by an institution based solely on handicap.” (President John
Byrne, memo, April 10, 1991) PAC Courses are available to any student. PAC 100 is a class
designed specifically to accommodate the special needs of students with disabilities, either
permanent or temporary, who choose not to attend other PAC Courses. Refer to Form
section.
Enroll in PAC 100. Any student may enroll in PAC 100 during the regular
registration although students without a disability are not encouraged to take this class. At
any time throughout the term a student may switch to PAC 100 should an injury or illness
prevent him/her from fully participating in the registered class. If this switch occurs prior
to the end of the second week of the term, and the switch will be permanent, the student
should go through the normal add/drop process. If the switch occurs later in the term or is
intended to be temporary, an official add/drop through the registrar’s office is not
necessary. The student’s name will continue to appear on the original class list. The
original instructor and the student agree on what will comprise the overall grade and
determine which responsibilities the student will still have for the original class. At the end
of the term the instructor for PAC 100 will forward a grade to the original instructor. This
grade will comprise only a representative proportion of the overall grade. [The PAC 100
option is not available to students as a make-up for short-term illness such as colds or
flu or for absences for another reason.]
PAC 100: This class is staffed by graduate students pursuing EXSS degrees in
Movement Studies in Disability. The class is generally offered a two different times on
different days and meets in the Women’s building 09. Students meet with the instructor
and establish a personal fitness program in accordance with capabilities. If the student has
recommended exercises for rehabilitation prescribed by a physician or therapist, these
exercises may be included in the personal fitness program. Some terms an aquatic option
for PAC 100 will be available. Students will meet in the Dixon Recreation Pool but should
notify the PAC office prior to the scheduled class. See the Schedule of Classes for dates and
times of all sections.
Consultation/Assistance: Dr, JK Yun is the EXSS faculty who supervises this
program. He or his students are available for consultation and/or assistance in situations
involving a student with a disability. For clarification on PAC 100 enrollment or grading
logistics, refer to the PAC coordinator or secretary. Assistance may also be obtained from
the university’s Disabled Student Services office or the University legal advisor. Both are
located in the Administration Building.
Other Options for Injuries: If a student can continue to gain from attending the
registered PAC after an injury or illness, he/she may remain in the class. This is certainly
the most efficient method of dealing with a disability. If this option is chosen the student
must be made aware that he/she must participate to his/her capability. This method is
most acceptable for short tem injuries and injuries within the last two weeks of the term.
The student may always choose to accept the grade he/she with absences due to the
injury/illness being included. This is particularly appropriate when the situation arises
towards the end of the term with students taking classes S/U. Another option for a student
is to request a medical withdrawal form the class. This will not allow the student to get
credit for the class while the other options will.
Students Enrolled in More Than One PAC: It is not uncommon to be enrolled in
more than one PAC. Should this student not be able to complete the registered PAClasses
and choose to attend PAC 100, he/she must put in equivalent time in PAC 100 for each PAC
class.
Students with Documented Learning Disabilities: There are some students who will
not be able to take written examinations in the same manner as the rest of the class. If the
student has a documented learning disability he/she may request special arrangements.
Instructors are required to accommodate the needs of these students. Accommodation may
be as simple as allowing extra time or as complex as allowing the student to take the exam
through the Office of Special Services. The student will provide necessary information if
this arrangement is the best alternative.