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The Accessibility Resource Center (ARC) serves as a central point of information and coordination to ensure equal access and full participation for students with disabilities in all programs and activities at Smith College. Employee accommodations are coordinated by Human Resources.

Principles of Universal Design and Disability Justice guide us in our work as we strive to proactively identify and remove barriers to participation wherever possible. We also strive to promote a disability-positive and inclusive climate at Smith; such a climate recognizes each person's multiple identities and values all diverse perspectives which contribute to a rich living and learning environment. Smith's commitment to providing support and services is balanced with a humanistic and developmental approach that requires student engagement and responsibility in the accommodation process.

To contact ARC, please email arc@smith.edu.

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Laura Rauscher

Laura Rauscher Crew House Ramp Dedication

The Accessibility Resource Center invites you to a celebratory tea for the dedication of the Laura Rauscher Crew House Ramp on Friday, May 9 from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Oak Room at the Conference Center.

About Laura

Rauscher was the former director of Smith’s Disability Services (now the Accessibility Resource Center). Rauscher also served as Smith’s first senior policy adviser on disability access and inclusion. 

Join us for the opportunity to gather over tea and nosh, share stories and friendship, and visit the Crew House Ramp.

Our Staff

Appointments are highly recommended, as our staff are not generally available right away other than during designated open hours. Smith community members are encouraged to find ARC staff in the People Directory. All others may contact arc@smith.edu to be connected with the appropriate staff contact. 

EJ Seibert

Director

Lisa Page

Accommodations Coordinator

Jeannette Landrie

Coordinator for Academic Access

Oliver Kelly

Documentation, Data, & Records Specialist

Ren LLewellyn

Jacobson Center Learning Specialist

Caitlin Willis

Assistive Technologist

Contact Accessibility Resource Center

College Hall 104
Smith College
Northampton, MA 01063
413-585-2071 
arc@smith.edu

Hours
Our office is generally open Monday–Friday. Please contact us for current hours, or to make an appointment.

Parking and Ramps
Accessible parking and a ramp with power-assist door are located at the rear of College Hall.