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The staff at RCPD were masters at addressing my daughter's concerns in an effective yet 'behind-the-scenes' way.
-Joyce Giampalmi, Anita Giampalmi Scholarship founder

Signature Programs

Michigan State demonstrates international leadership in providing the latest disability technology, resources and services through its Signature Programs at the Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities. These programs, made possible with the support of generous donors and dedicated volunteers, exemplify our mission to maximize ability and opportunity for students, faculty and staff.

Accessible Textbooks/Media

  • Policy and guidelines for accessing alternative format materials

Alternative Testing

  • Procedure, eligibility and alternative testing formats

Assistive Technology

  • Technological advancements for students with disabilities
  • Assistive technology center

Awards and Appreciation Reception

  • An Inspirational Celebration of Ability and Accomplishment
  • Nominate an outstanding professor, staff person or alumnus
  • Apply for Scholarships

Carlson Accessible Media Program (CAMP)

  • Endowed program established by Richard and Kathleen Carlson
  • Advancing MSU leadership in accessible textbooks and other educational media

Careers & Employment

  • Guidance on career and employment issues
  • Job search websites and disability accommodation resources

Emerging Opportunities Endowment

  • Established in 2009 by Dr. Thomas and Ellen Maleck in honor of RCPD leadership
  • Addresses emerging needs for students, employees and families with disabilities
  • Veterans with service-related disabilities are among the first beneficiaries

Engineering Design Day Partnership

  • Accessibility demonstration projects that address disability challenges and raise awareness
  • Collaborative partnership between The MSU RCPD and College of Engineering with corporate and donor support

Persons with Disabilities Empowerment Fund

  • History and future innovations

TRIO Student Support Services Program

  • Support services program working to ensure equal educational opportunity for students

Sign Language Interpreting and Real-Time Captioning

  • Commitment to inclusive communication for deaf/hard of hearing individuals
  • Requesting services

STATE Program on Learning Disabilities

  • Endowed program established by Mickey and Debbie Stern to support students with learning disabilities
  • Provides a structured seminar, peer mentoring, and tutoring

State Vocational Rehabilitation

  • Support from state vocational agencies

Study Abroad

  • Advantages of studying abroad
  • Tips for traveling with a disability
  • Arranging accommodations
  • Disability in a Diverse Society

Tower Guard

  • Sophomore honorary organization building leadership, service, scholarship and character
  • MSU's oldest campus-based organization

Veterans with Disabilities

  • Honoring service to country with resources that maximize ability and opportunity
  • Enhancing the Disabled Veterans Assistance Program

Welcome Orientation Workshop for New Students

  • Welcomes new students and provides linkages for success

Wochholz Endowment for Persons with Disabilities

  • Endowed program established by Harold F. and Phyllis N. Wochholz
  • Increasing awareness and opportunity for students with disabilities


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