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Rev. 06/15
Disability Support Services
8000 York Road
Towson, MD 21252
t.410-704-2638
f.410‐704‐4247
www.towson.edu/dss
DISABILITY VERIFICATION FOR STUDENTS WITH PHYSICAL OR MEDICAL DISABILTY
The student named on the following page has asked to register with Disability Support Services (DSS) at
Towson University.
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended (ADAAA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
of 1973, individuals with disabilities are protected from discrimination and may be entitled to reasonable
accommodations. Federal law defines a disability as a physical or mental impairment that substantially
limits a major life activity (e.g., learning, reading, concentrating, and thinking). As part of the interactive
process to determine what, if any, reasonable accommodations may be provided, DSS requires current
and comprehensive documentation of the student’s impairment. A diagnosis alone does not
automatically qualify a student for accommodations. Disability documentation is reviewed by DSS staff
on a case‐by‐case basis and, in addition, DSS staff will meet directly with the student to determine
eligibility for services.
Qualified Professional: The diagnosis must be provided by a licensed health care provider such as a
medical doctor, doctor of osteopathic medicine, registered nurse, nurse practitioner, or physician’s
assistant. The diagnostician must be an impartial individual who is not a close friend of the family or a
family member of the student.
After completing this form, please fax or mail it to DSS at the address above. The information you
provide will be maintained in a secure and confidential file within the DSS office. Please contact the DSS
if you would like further information. Thank you for your assistance.
*Please note: This form must be completed in its entirety to be considered as acceptable
documentation.