Resources

Media Accessibility

Assistive Technology & Tools

Assistive Technology (often abbreviated as AT) is an umbrella term for a piece of equipment, software, or product that can assist people with disabilities to perform tasks more easily or independently. At Duke, we strive to provide a wide range of available technologies to address the needs of every person.

Assistive Technology & Tools

Convert a Document

Follow four easy steps to have your document converted into an alternative, accessible format. The result is delivered in your email inbox. You may upload one or more files, enter a URL to a file, or simply type in the text you wish to have converted.

Convert a Document into an Accessible Format

Web Accessibility

Duke's web accessibility website is designed to help people at Duke understand web accessibility requirements, Duke's Guidelines, and how to meet those standards. You'll find web accessibility definitions and terms, how to assess a website, how to fix problems, and where to get help.

Web Accessibility Website

Getting Around

Duke University is committed to an accessible campus for students, staff and visitors. Visit this page for information on getting around Duke’s Campus as well as travel options in the immediate vicinity.

Getting Around

Duke Athletics

Duke Athletics and Duke University welcome all persons with disabilities to our campus and athletic events. Information about available accessibility accommodations at our facilities is available by sport in the Duke A-Z Game Day Guides.

Game Day Information

Information for Instructors

As Duke University continues its efforts to welcome individuals with disabilities, the number of qualified students with disabilities has continued to increase. In order for the University to ensure timely exploration of necessary accommodations, academic units have identified individuals to serve as Disability Service Liaisons who work in collaboration with the Student Disability Access Office.

Information for Faculty, Instructors, & Disability Liaisons

Information for Employee Managers

Duke Access and Accommodation Services (formally DMS) works closely with Employee Managers and Supervisors across the University and Health System during the interactive reasonable accommodation process. Managers have certain responsibilities as part of the process.

Information for Employee Managers

Accessible Event Planning

Having a disability should not prevent anyone from participating in Duke events. Find guidance and resources to help you host an accessible event, including preparing for and handling requests for disability accommodations and modifications.

Plan for an Accessible Event or Meeting

Obtaining Interpreter(s)

Duke University is committed to providing access to programs and activities for individuals with disabilities. Find information to request an American Sign Language interpreter including our interpreter provider and form to request interpreters.

Information Required To Obtain Interpreter(s)