Reference Document:  Definition of Disability Associated Policy:  Academic Accommodations: Equal Access and Accommodations Policy Created Date: --.--.---- Effective Date:  --.--.---- Revised Date(s): 02.25.2020

The United States’ Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines “disability” as “having a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities.” In addition, the ADA protects individuals from discrimination if they have a record of such impairments or if they are regarded as having such impairments. Additional protections are provided through Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.