Services for those with Disabilities

Computer Software

• Jaws

  Computer screen-reader application designed for people with visual impairments. JAWS reads back text from the computer screen at a comfortable rate making it easier for individuals to navigate the computer.

• ZoomText

  Screen-magnifying and reading software.

• Kurzweil 3000 and Kurzweil Pro

  Screen-reading software with document editing and study skills support features.

• Volume Control Telephone

• Telephone Typewriter (TTY)

  TTY Phone is available at the King Library circulation desk.

Frequently Asked Questions

What accomodations can the Libraries make for persons using wheelchairs?

• Library staff can retrieve materials for people who cannot reach top or bottom shelves.

• All library buildings have elevator access to all floors (although assistance from library staff may be needed). In Brill Library, call the Help Desk (9-6886) from the telephone in the first floor lobby of Hughes-- library staff will escort clients who are not able to use the stairs using the staff elevator.

• Barrier-free public workstations are available in King, Brill, and the Art/Architecture Libraries, as well as in the Kamm Electronic Instruction Facility in King Library.

What other services do the Libraries provide for people with disabilities

• Select large print and audio books are available from our libraries, with additional titles available from college and university libraries participating in OhioLINK.

• King and Brill Libraries have individual study rooms for persons needing extreme quiet to study.

• A TTY phone is located at the King Library Cirulation Desk.

• Staff are always available to help clients find information on using library resources-- just ask!

Additional University Resources

• Office of Disability Resources (Oxford Campus)
19 Campus Avenue Building
(513) 529-1541 (V/TTY)
• Disability Services from the Office of Student Services (Hamilton Campus)
• Miami University Disability Resources (Middletown Campus)