Office of Disability Services (ODS)
Disability Services
The ODS team members at Rutgers-Camden work closely with each student individually to develop an effective and comprehensive plan for appropriate services and reasonable accommodations. We are dedicated to providing the information and resources necessary for students to pursue their academic, personal, and professional goals at Rutgers.
Our goal is to provide the essential tools and support for students to become responsible decision makers and self-advocates who are in charge of their future.
What We Do
We are here to provide reasonable accommodations and services for students with disabilities. You can also apply for exam accommodations through the Exam Request Form.
Rutgers Access and Disability Resources
For information on all Rutgers Access and Disability resources available to students at Rutgers–Camden.
RADR Resources for Faculty and Staff
For information on all Rutgers Access and Disability resources available to faculty and staff at Rutgers–Camden.
Other Resources
These Success Programs and Services are designed for students with unique economic and educational backgrounds, with some services available for all students at Rutgers–Camden.
Barrier Busters
Find information about Barrier Busters, resources at the University that help eliminate barriers to a full Rutgers experience.
Our Mission
The Office of Disability Services is dedicated to the philosophy that all Rutgers University students are assured equal opportunity, access and participation in the University’s courses, programs, activities, services and facilities. We recognize that diverse abilities are a source of strength, empowerment, and enrichment for the entire university community and we are committed to the elimination of physical, instructional, and attitudinal barriers by promoting awareness and understanding throughout the university community.
Our Vision
The Office of Disability Services at Rutgers strives to become a model program for students with disabilities in higher education. We are committed to developing a comprehensively accessible and universally designed University that nurtures the full participation and contribution of every individual.
Our team strives to provide the necessary tools, resources and supports for individuals with disabilities to become responsible decision-makers and self-advocates in charge of their own future. We envision a campus community where all individuals are welcomed, valued, and encouraged to be contributing members.
Our Staff
Vacant
Senior Program Administrator
Vanessa LaFreda, Ed.D.
Coordinator of Accommodations
vanessa.lafreda@camden.rutgers.edu
Schedule Meeting with Vanessa LaFreda
Christopher Gebhart, M.Ed.
Coordinator of Accommodations
chris.gebhart@rutgers.edu
Schedule Meeting with Chris Gebhart
A'chynee Edmundson
Testing Coordinator
ae711@camden.rutgers.edu
Schedule Meeting with A'chynee Edmundson
Gabrielle Jones, MS
Testing Coordinator
gbj13@camden.rutgers.edu
Office of Disability Services (ODS)
Paul Robeson Library
Offices 133, 134, 135
300 4th Street
Camden, NJ 08102
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Email: disability-services@camden.rutgers.edu