Counseling Department and Accessibility Services
Student Accessibility Services
Students with disabilities (physical, learning, psychological, chronic or temporary medical conditions, etc.) who would like to request reasonable accommodations and services under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act must contact the NCSSM Office of Accessibility Services to discuss the programs and services offered by NCSSM’s Accessibility Services.
Residential students living in Durham should contact Carissa Trotta at 919.416.2832 or Carissa.Trotta@ncssm.edu. Residential students living in Morganton should contact Lacey O'Rourke at 828.347.9177 or lacey.orourke@ncssm.edu
Online students should contact Jessica Stroup at 828.347.9117 or jessica.stroup@ncssm.edu.
Reasonable accommodations may be requested at any time during the academic year for all students; however, accommodations are not retroactive. Students who wish to learn more about NCSSM’s Accessibility Services, what might be considered as a reasonable accommodation, and the process for receiving such services are encouraged to visit the Accessibility Services website or contact Ms. Trotta, Ms. O'Rourke or Ms. Stroup at the contact information above.
Student Language Services
Students who are English language learners may contact Jessica Stroup at 828.347.9117 or jessica.stroup@ncssm.edu. Ms. Stroup and CAAS will work with the student to create an individualized plan based on their learning needs. Support measures will be designed to assist the student with their academic courses and may include conversations with each instructor.