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Universal Design for LearningSyllabus Statement:
Saint Mary’s University is committed to assuring that students with documented disabilities have access to equal educational programs and activities at the university. If you believe that you have a disability that may interfere with your ability to participate in the activities, coursework, or assessments of this course, you may be entitled to accommodation. Please contact Karen Hemker, Access Services within the Student Success Center, as early in the semester as possible to arrange a confidential discussion about your need for accommodation. Please schedule an appointment or email khemker@smumn.edu.
Universal Design for Learning at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is led by a working group known as the UDAWGs. Universal Design Awareness Working Group. Established in the mid 2010’s, this group brings together members from the faculty, student assess services, the wellness center, student life, and many other areas.

Karen Hemker
Student Success Center - Director of Access Services

Matt Klosky
Business - Assistant Professor
Adam Potthast
Academic Affairs - Director of Assessment and Faculty Development

Beth Seebach
Department Chair, Psychology - Associate Professor

Jason Spartz
Instructional Technology - Director of Instructional Technology
Syllabus Statement:
Saint Mary’s University is committed to assuring that students with documented disabilities have access to equal educational programs and activities at the university. If you believe that you have a disability that may interfere with your ability to participate in the activities, coursework, or assessments of this course, you may be entitled to accommodation. Please contact Karen Hemker, Access Services within the Student Success Center, as early in the semester as possible to arrange a confidential discussion about your need for accommodation. Please schedule an appointment or email khemker@smumn.edu.