Our goal is to offer specialized library-use assistance to any person with any kind of disability who wishes to use our library materials and other resources. Assistance will be specifically tailored to the needs of the individual. Assistive equipment is available in a specialized study room.
Contact: Marcia Dick, Coordinator
Telephone: 815-753-9853
EMail Address: mdick@niu.edu
Services Available
Facilities and Equipment
Center For Access-Ability Resources
Call the Coordinator of Library Services for Persons with Disabilities to discuss paper topics, library assignments, etc. Together you will work out a way to identify, choose and obtain copies of library materials. Try to call several days ahead of the time you need materials.
Individual or group orientation/tours designed for your specific needs are available. Call the Coordinator of Library Services for Persons with Disabilities to make arrangements.
A fully equipped specialized study room (Room102) on the west side of the first floor, is available for the use of those with any kind of disability.
Ask for the key to this room at the Circulation Desk. You will be asked to leave valid identification until the key is returned.
Assistive technology for patrons with disabilities, especially learning disabilities.
Ask for the key to this room at the Circulation Desk. You will be asked to leave valid identification until the key is returned.
Braille and/or tactile signs on elevators, escalators, bathrooms, etc. Wheelchair height tables for first floor computer workstations. Ramp access to the library.