Chapter 16 - Accessible Furniture

The university has developed general standards for accessible classroom furniture for new and remodeled classrooms. The need to place accessible furniture in a classroom has significantly declined.

DAS requests that students view classroom furniture prior to requesting this accommodation through the DAS Student Portal.

Students can take a virtual tour of their class by visiting  https://25live.collegenet.com/oregonstate. Please refer to Chapter 17 for additional information.   

Available Accessible Furniture: 

Chair - Lumbar Support 

DAS chairs provide additional lumbar support, padding, or space. These chairs are available with or without arms.    

Table - Height Adjustable 

DAS tables are large and height-adjustable, without center bar obstructions. This allows students using DAS lumbar support chairs and/or students using wheelchairs to have a table that can be adjusted to their preferred height. 

Podium - Height Adjustable 

Podiums are small desks on wheels that can be quickly and easily raised to a standing position.  Podiums are placed in the back of the classroom so the view of the instructor is not obstructed.

Foot Stools 

DAS footstools provide elevated support. 

Process

  • Students who need to request accessible furniture should follow the process below each term. 
  • Request accessible furniture via the DAS Student Portal at least three (3) weeks prior to the beginning of the new term, as outlined in Chapter 4
  • Notify DAS at [email protected] within the first week of the term or as soon as possible if you encounter a problem with the furniture. 
  • Furniture requests made during the term may take up to three (3) weeks to complete.  DAS will work as quickly as possible to place the furniture, based on classroom availability. 
  • Medically-prescribed seating and other items of a personal nature are not the responsibility of the University. Students may furnish their own personal items, such as special seating devices or cushions, as long as the device/equipment does not damage current furniture or impede the entry to/exit from the classroom. 

 

Page Updated: 10/2024