Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Kutztown University ADA Public Notice

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"Kutztown University does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its programs, services, activities, and employment practices."

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If you need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (such as a sign language interpreter, an assistive listening device, or print material in digital format) or a reasonable modification to programs, services, or activities, contact Bradley A. Davis, Esquire, ADA Coordinator, via email at compliance@kutztown.edu as soon as possible, preferably 14 days before the activity or event.  

A grievance procedure is available to resolve complaints.  

Upon request, this notice is available in alternative formats such as large print or Braille.  

The University has designated the following individuals to assure compliance with the ADA’s requirements:  

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ADA Coordinator

Bradley A. Davis, Esquire  
Executive Director of Human Resources & Compliance  
(610) 683-4700 
Compliance@kutztown.edu 
Old Main 01  

Office Hours  
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Summer Office Hours
Monday - Thursday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. - noon

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Deputy ADA Coordinator

McKenzie Hollenbach 
Director of Disability Services 
(610) 683-4108 
dso@kutztown.edu 
215 Stratton Administration Center  

  • Reasonable Accommodations for Employees Policy 

    Reasonable Accommodations for Employees Policy

  • Reasonable Accommodations for Employees Request Form

    Reasonable Accommodations for Employees Request Form

  • ADA Reasonable Accommodations Panel

    The following University employees have been trained to engage in the interactive process in response to an employee’s request for reasonable accommodations:  

    • Rebecca Thompson, Associate Director of HR Operations 
    • Carleen McElderry, Benefits and Leave of Absence Manager 
    • Jalil Dixon, University Compliance Officer  
    • Marie Fenstermacher, Assistant University Compliance Officer  
        • Reasonable Accommodations for Students

          For information related to student accommodations, please visit the Disability Services Office (“DSO”).  

        • Public Notice

          Kutztown University (the “University”) does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. 

          The University does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with the ADA Title I employment regulations. 

          The University will, upon request, provide auxiliary aids and services that lead to effective communication for people with disabilities, including qualified sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, documents in Braille, and other ways to make communication accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments. 

          The University will make reasonable modifications to policies and procedures to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs, services, and activities. For example, people with service animals are welcomed in offices, even where pets and other animals are prohibited. 

          To request an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or a modification of policies or procedures, contact Bradley A. Davis, Esquire, ADA Coordinator, via email at compliance@kutztown.edu as soon as possible, preferably 14 days before the activity or event. 

          Complaints alleging failure to implement approved accommodations or other violation(s) of the ADA should be filed with the ADA Coordinator.   

        • ADA Accessibility Grievance Procedures

          This grievance procedure is established to meet the requirements of the ADA. It may be used by anyone who wishes to file a complaint alleging discrimination on the basis of disability in the provision of services, activities, programs, or benefits by Kutztown University (the “University”).  

          The complaint should be in writing and contain information about the alleged discrimination, such as the name, address, phone number, and email address of the complainant, and the location, date, and description of the problem. Alternative means of filing complaints, such as personal interviews or a tape recording of the complaint will be made available for persons with disabilities upon request. 

          The complaint should be submitted as soon as possible, preferably within 60 calendar days of the alleged violation, to Bradley A. Davis, Esquire, ADA Coordinator, via email at compliance@kutztown.edu or by utilizing the online Workplace Discrimination and Harassment Reporting Form. In response to receiving a report of a complaint, the University will follow the procedure set forth in the University’s Non-Discrimination and Anti-Bullying Policy and Procedures.  

          You may also file a complaint externally with the Office for Civil Rights and the Department of Justice: 

          OCR: Discrimination Complaint Form 
          Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division ADA Complaint 
          ADA Information on Filing a Complaint 

        • Physical Access Information

          Accessible parking information & how to request special parking permits  
          Kutztown University ADA-accessible campus map  
          ADA Evacuation Procedures 
          ADA Accessible Meetings, Events, Programs Policy 

        • Digital Accessibility

          Kutztown University Digital Accessibility Policy 

          Procurement and Third-Party Content 

          Information and communications technology renewals and/or new purchases must be reviewed and approved by Information Technology prior to purchase. Requesters can initiate purchase requests by submitting requests to the IT Help Center. Doing so will initiate the required IT evaluation for fit, form, and function as well as the required vendor risk assessment and the Digital Accessibility Advisory Group review.

        • ADA FAQs

          Parking 
          Visitors needing accessible parking may use any designated campus parking space with a properly displayed state-issued plate or placard from any state. 

          Commencement 
          If you are attending a KU graduation ceremony and you need to make accessible seating arrangements, you must contact commencement@kutztown.edu or call 610-683-4834 to make arrangements for that day. 

          Parking for commencement closest to the O'Pake Field House (lot E-1 & lot E-2) is reserved for patrons with state-issued handicap plates or placards. While there are other lots reasonably close to the facility, individuals with mobility issues should plan to arrive early, as these spaces are very limited. Alternatively, a drop-off area will be available near the venue for families who wish to drop off patrons with mobility issues. Both of these areas are accessible from Baldy Street. A state-issued handicap placard does not guarantee parking for guests in our reserved parking areas. 

          Wheelchair Accessibility 
          Events open to the public are regularly scheduled in wheelchair-accessible locations. If you wish to attend a specific event and want to confirm accessibility, please contact the individual or department sponsoring the event, or the Disability Services Office at DSO@kutztown.edu. 

          Please note: Kutztown University does not provide wheelchairs or other mobility devices. 

          Sign Language Interpreters or Captioning 
          Requests for sign language interpreters or real-time captioning must be made at least two weeks in advance. Please contact the individual or department sponsoring the event, or the Disability Services Office at DSO@kutztown.edu. 

          Print Materials
          If you need print materials in large print or digital format, please contact the individual or department sponsoring the event at least two weeks in advance. Every effort will be made to provide the requests.