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KU Disability Resources

Disability Resources works with all units at the University to insure that every student has an equal opportunity to succeed at KU. We are here to help you whether your disability is physical, medical, sensory, psychological, or related to attention or learning.

News and Events

The Academic Achievement & Access Center is pleased to announce a new scholarship opportunity beginning in the 2012-2013 academic year!

The A. Marjean Werries Scholarship for students with physical or sensory disabilities will consist of three $1500 scholarships for undergraduates and two $1500 scholarships for graduate students. Should no graduate students apply; five undergraduate students will be awarded. Application deadline is April 20, 2012, and award notices will go out electronically on May 3, 2012. Click Here for more information.


New Internship Opportunity

Attention students with disabilities majoring in Marketing or Business! A new internship opportunity is available in Overland Park with Prudential Financial, Inc. Students will gain relevant work experience in various aspects of Financial Services, particularly marketing and distribution. For more information, including how to apply, Click Here.

Additional Information

Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) is a premiere internship program for students with disabilities who are eager to prove their abilities in the workplace through summer or permanent jobs. Learn more about the WRP

The University Career Center and Disability Resources has collaborated to offer students with disabilities this page of helpful resources. University Career Center


The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression and genetic information in the University’s programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity and Access, IOA@ku.edu, 1246 W. Campus Road, Room 153A, Lawrence, KS, 66045, (785)864-6414, 711 TTY.