Disability and Access (D&A) and Disability Cultural Center (DCC) are excited to collaborate on the Accessibility Champion Awards.
Every semester we invite students, faculty, and staff who identify as disabled or having a disability to nominate any student, faculty, or staff who has positively impacted their semester and illustrated a commitment to accessibility on campus. Nominees will receive letters of thanks from the DCC & D&A, along with an Accessibility Champion certificate of recognition. Excerpts from nominations may also be shared on social media and the D&A and DCC websites. You can choose to keep your nomination anonymous, or share your name with the person you nominate. Feel free to nominate faculty, staff, or students who you feel deserve this acknowledgement.
Click below for lists of our recent Accessibility Champions:
Check out excerpts from previous nominations:
“From the very beginning, she made me feel comfortable reaching out about my accommodations, especially when I felt unsure or overwhelmed….Her kindness gave me the confidence to advocate for myself, and she consistently validated what I was going through… Her understanding and encouragement genuinely made this semester feel a lot more manageable, and I’m really grateful for the care she showed me.”
“He always made sure I felt comfortable in his class and never hesitated to check in on how I was doing, both academically and personally. His kindness was clear in the way he supported my accommodations without question and created an environment where I felt safe advocating for myself. He went above and beyond to help me feel confident and prepared, offering guidance, reassurance, and patience whenever I needed it. Whether it was explaining something again, giving me additional resources, or simply reminding me that my well-being mattered, he always made me feel seen and supported. His care had a meaningful impact on my semester, and I am truly grateful for the understanding and encouragement he showed me every step of the way.”
“I have an invisible condition (a chronic illness), and many people don’t know because I keep it to myself. When I first told him, he was so accepting of me and just took it in stride, and it was lovely knowing that he didn’t change how he acted toward me or treated me just because he knew I did have a health concern. He’s always there to support me mentally and makes sure I know that I’m appreciated and supported, especially on the days when I’m feeling a little low. I appreciate having him around more than I can express, and feel that he really deserves this award!”
We are grateful for all the faculty, students, and staff who help create a supportive environment and promote a sense of belonging for UT’s disabled community!
| Back to top |
