Lynch Learning Center

Lynch Disability Resource & Cultural Center

Providing a safe space for collaboration and community while providing programming designed to promote disability as diversity

Loras recognizes the dignity of persons with disabilities and challenges them to grow in our supportive environment while developing the skills associated with active learners, reflective thinkers, ethical decision makers and responsible contributors. A variety of services are available including our unique Autism Resources for Career in Higher Education Program (ARCH) .

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Accommodations – Academic Support Services available at no additional cost to students with documented disabilities.

  1. Extended-time testing
  2. Testing in a distraction-reduced environment
  3. Texts in alternative formats
  4. Preferential seating
  5. Assistive technology
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Enhanced Program – Additional (fee-based) academic support for students with a primary disability, ADD, or special circumstances.

  1. Learning Strategies (2 credit course)
  2. Weekly follow-up meetings
  3. Peer tutors
  4. Preferential seating
  5. Extended-time testing
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ARCH Program – Four-year program assisting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder thrive emotionally, academically, and socially.

  1. Work with Certified Autism Specialists
  2. Self-advocacy
  3. Stress management
  4. Socialization
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QUESTIONS? Let’s get in touch

If you have any questions about the levels of service, documentation requirements, or the application process, please reach out to the phone number or email address below so our amazing staff may assist you.

 

Lynch Disability Resource & Cultural Center
lynch.learningcenter@loras.edu
563.588.7134

Loras College Department Staff

Lynn Gallagher, Ed.D., CAS, AES
Director of Lynch Disability Resource & Cultural Center
Academic Counselor
563.588.7921 | Lynn.Gallagher@loras.edu
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Stacey Bales, M.S.
Academic Counselor
Lynch Disability Resource & Cultural Center
563.588.7312 | Stacey.Bales@loras.edu
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Gail McMahon
Academic Secretary
Lynch Disability Resource & Cultural Center
563.588.7134 | gail.mcmahon@loras.edu

Kathleen (Kathy) Weber
Academic Counselor
Lynch Disability Resource & Cultural Center
563.588.7943 | Kathleen.Weber@loras.edu
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