PFW Disability Access Center

07/26/2024

🎉 Today marks the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! 🎉

Since its enactment on July 26th, 1990, the ADA has been a cornerstone in promoting accessibility, inclusion, and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. This landmark legislation has transformed education and higher education institutions, workplaces, public spaces, and communities, breaking down barriers and fostering a culture of respect and empowerment.

As we celebrate this significant milestone, let's renew our commitment to advancing these values. Whether through advocacy, inclusive practices, or everyday actions, each of us has a role in building a more equitable world.

Here's to 34 years of progress and to the ongoing journey towards a fully inclusive society. Together, we can continue to drive meaningful change. 🌟

11/15/2022

Don't forget to come out to ThanksStudentsGiving tomorrow!!

09/07/2022

Join the Disability Access Center as we partner with IUFW and other Fort Wayne Organizations tomorrow for a showing of Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution.

Thursday, September 8th
4:45PM
PFW International Ballroom, Walb Student Union
Door Prizes, Free Lunch for those who register in advance from GiGi's Genesis Health Bar, IUFW Swag Giveaways

04/28/2022

Stop by WALB Bookstorw Hallway today and distress before final exams with therapy dogs!!

They are here 11:00-1:00pm!!

04/28/2022

Thank you to all who donated yesterday to PFW Day of Giving!! We watched the leaderboard all day and night yesterday!! The PFW Disability Access Center came in 12th place for total Gifts Received!! For our first year participating... we think we did a great job!!! All of the gifts this year will go right back into Mastodons with Disabilities!! Thank you for Making Your Mark!!

04/27/2022

One of our students stopped by today to Donate to the Disability Access Center!! 10 hours and 30min left to donate!!
Donate at https://dayofgiving.pfw.edu/organizations/disability-access-center!!

04/27/2022

Today is Purdue University Fort Wayne’s Day of Giving!! If you are looking for an excellent way to give back this year, you should give to the PFW Disability Access Center!! All gifts will go right back into the Disability Access Center and our students with disabilities!! I am challenging you to donate any amount you can! Whether it is $1 or $5,000, any amount you can give will change a student with disabilities college experience!!
Donate here: https://dayofgiving.pfw.edu/organizations/disability-access-center
Side note: if you donate in increments of $5, the number of gifts the Disability Access Center receives could enter us into a competition to win more money!!


Check out this quick video and learn more about the DAC!
https://983291-4.mediaspace.kaltura.com/media/DAC+PFW+Day+of+Giving/1_m3vepg0x

04/13/2022

Are you or your business looking for a way to GIVE back this year? Or maybe thinking about an excellent way to get some extra money back in next year's tax refund? You should think about giving to Purdue Fort Wayne's Disability Access Center to support PFW Students with Disabilities on Purdue Fort Wayne's Day of Giving on Wednesday, April 27!!

03/04/2022

We were grateful to partner with PFW WellRec, Turnstone, and host the US Paralympic Goalball Team on February 25th as they held a demo on how to play Goalball! This was an impactful program for our students and the PFW community and we are excited to continue partnerships that bring disability to the forefront of our greater community and society as a whole! Thank you US Paralympians for joining us here at PFW!

02/25/2022

You are invited to join the Disability Access Center and WellRec, TODAY, Friday, February 25 from 5:00pm-7:00pm in the Gates Fieldhouse as we host the USA Paralympic Goalball Team here on campus! The USA Team will be providing a demo of how to play Goalball! All are welcome to join us in this demo and participate in a game or two; and to meet these amazing disabled athletes!!

We will also be providing some free snacks as well!!

We hope you are able to join us!

04/28/2021

Today is the Day!! Consider donating to the Purdue Fort Wayne Study Abroad for !!

Study Abroad (https://dayofgiving.pfw.edu/organizations/study-abroad-f595f0ec-2748-4fff-af1b-e85ad77d0de7)
Students who immerse themselves in another culture enjoy many benefits, like living in and learning from a different country. It fosters both their independence and personal development. 60% of employers value the skills students while participating in an international study experience. Help our students make their mark around the world. 100% of funds go directly towards scholarships for our students to experience the world.

I’m ready to support Study Abroad on April 28, 2021 during Purdue Fort Wayne Day of Giving. Learn more about Study Abroad and all the other units participating in .

04/28/2021

Today is the Day!! Consider donating to the for !!

Food Pantry (https://dayofgiving.pfw.edu/organizations/pfw-food-pantry)

The FRIENDS of the University Pantry serves food-insecure members of both the university and the Fort Wayne community. The program, which supports over 400 students each month, is vital. Too many of our students are worried about where their next meal will come from, instead of focusing on their education. With your support, we can purchase fresh fruits, vegetables, and protein for our students. We can also provide them with needed personal hygiene products.