Center for Accessibility Resources at Metropolitan State University

05/22/2026

🌞 Welcome to Summer Semester 2026!
We made it through the first week—nice work, everyone! Whether you’re diving into an intensive course or easing into your summer groove, now is a great time to pause and make sure you’re set up for success.
A couple quick (but important!) reminders:
✅ Check drop/add deadlines so you don’t miss any key dates
✅ Send your accommodation letters to your faculty if you plan to use your accommodations this term—sooner is always better than later
And if you’re finding that something in your learning environment isn’t working for you, that’s where we come in
If you’re not yet connected with the Center for Accessibility Resources, this is a great time to get started. We’re here to help reduce barriers and support your success.
👉 Get started here: https://metrostate-accessibility.titaniumhwc.com/
You don’t have to navigate this semester alone—we’ve got you.

05/03/2026

On Monday, May 4th, 2026, we celebrate each of you who are completing your degree, an incredible milestone reached through perseverance, dedication, and hard work.

It has truly been our pleasure to move alongside you, providing support and working to remove or minimize barriers within your academic environments. Your achievements matter, and we are proud of the paths you’ve forged and the futures you are building.

Wishing you continued success as you take this next step forward. Congratulations - you did it!

04/27/2026

📚✨ FINAL(S)LY! ✨📚

This semester started back in January… and somehow lasted approximately a decade. If you’re in finals mode right now: we see you. 🫶

As you power through exams, papers, and projects, remember to take care of yourself—drink water, get some rest, take a break when you can, and breathe. You don’t have to earn exhaustion to earn success. 💛

Summer is so close we can almost taste it 😎🌴
And we’re especially excited to celebrate with many of you at Commencement on May 4th 🎓🎉

You’ve got this—and CAR is always cheering you on!

☀️💙

03/26/2026

A little positive to add to your day.

On April 27, in celebration of National Deaf History Month, Disney+ will proudly debut Disney Animation’s Songs in Sign Language, three animated musical sequences from recent Walt Disney Animation Studios features, newly reimagined and animated in American Sign Language (ASL).

03/15/2026

Disability Awareness Month calls us to take a hard look at the practices we've normalized.

If we're serious about equity and inclusion, we must stop using harmful language - especially words like the "R" word and "special needs" that devalue people with disabilities. Choosing better language is not about being "politically correct"; it's about being human.

Let's model the change we want to see.


https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1CnHKaN85F/

01/29/2026

A Quick Reminder About Service Animals on Campus

Did you know that service dogs - and in some cases, miniature horses - are allowed on campus? They do not need an accommodation letter, special documents, certification, vest, or ID to accompany their handler.

Service dogs are working and trained to perform specific tasks for a person with a disability. These service dogs are permitted in all areas of the university where the public or students are normally allowed.

Only dogs (and sometimes miniature horses) are recognized as service animals under the ADA, and they must be individually trained to perform a task or tasks related to the handler's disability. Emotional support animals (ESA) provide comfort but are not trained to perform disability related tasks, and are not considered service animals under the ADA.

If you have questions, concerns, or need guidance, please reach out to the Center for Accessibility Resources:
651-793-1549 or [email protected]

01/15/2026

We are hiring! We are looking for a certified ASL Interpreter to join our team as an ASL Interpreter Specialist. Priority application date is January 27th.

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated). Working Title: ASL Interpreter Specialist - Sign Language Interpreter Spec Institution: Metropolitan State University Classification Title: Sign Language Interpreter Spec Bargaining Unit / Union: 214: Minneso...

12/30/2025

We are about halfway through the winter break between semesters. Checking in to see how you are doing. Have you started getting ready for classes starting in January? The CAR team is getting spring letters ready and should be sending those out sometime during the week of January 5th. If you need things like alternative format course materials now is the time to request them so that you will have them right away at the start of the term.

12/16/2025

Congratulations to all of the graduates! It is always so exciting to see you mark this accomplishment with the commencement ceremony. Enjoy the next adventure and/or the winter break.

🥳 Congrats Grads 🎓

Today we welcomed students, staff, and family members to Roy Wilkins Auditorium for the Metro State University Commencement Ceremonies.

We're so happy to celebrate this achievement with you!

09/02/2025

🚨 We're Hiring! 🚨
The Center for Accessibility Resources at Metro State is excited to announce two new opportunities to join our team and help advance access and inclusion across campus!

🔹 Lead Access Consultant (Job ID: JR0000003183)
🔹 Access Consultant (Job ID: JR0000003184)

📅 Priority application deadline: September 10th

If you're passionate about equity, disability advocacy, and creating inclusive learning environments, we’d love to hear from you!

👉 Apply now and help shape the future of accessibility at Metro State.



https://minnstate.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Minnesota_State_Careers/job/Lead-Access-Consultant_JR0000003183

https://minnstate.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Minnesota_State_Careers/job/Access-Consultant_JR0000003184