Accessibility Resource Center
The Accessibility Resource Center (ARC) serves as a central point of information and coordination to ensure equal access and full participation for students with disabilities in all programs and activities at Smith College. Employee accommodations are coordinated by Human Resources.
Our Work
Principles of Universal Design and Disability Justice guide us in our work as we strive to proactively identify and remove barriers to participation wherever possible. We also strive to promote a disability-positive and inclusive climate at Smith; such a climate recognizes each person's multiple identities and values all diverse perspectives which contribute to a rich living and learning environment. Smith's commitment to providing support and services is balanced with a humanistic and developmental approach that requires student engagement and responsibility in the accommodation process.
To contact ARC, please email arc@smith.edu.
Housing Accommodations for Incoming Students
The deadline to submit a housing accommodation request along with accompanying documentation and to meet with a member of our staff is June 1st. Our student-facing database, Accommodate, is now open to all incoming students.
So as to be considered in a timely manner for any housing accommodation requests you may have, please complete an Accessibility Request in Accommodate following the steps outlined here and upload supporting documentation. Upon receipt, ARC will be in touch about setting up a time to meet with a member of our staff.
We’re looking forward to working with you!
Our Staff
Appointments are highly recommended, as our staff are not generally available right away other than during designated open hours. Smith community members are encouraged to find ARC staff in the People Directory. All others may contact arc@smith.edu to be connected with the appropriate staff contact.
Contact Accessibility Resource Center
College Hall 104
Smith College
Northampton, MA 01063
413-585-2071
arc@smith.edu
Director: Maria Schiano
Hours
Our office is generally open Monday–Friday. Please contact us for current hours, or to make an appointment.
Parking and Ramps
Accessible parking and a ramp with power-assist door are located at the rear of College Hall.