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Library Accessibility

Ramsey Library is committed to providing physical access to materials and resources for all library users. UNC Asheville students, faculty, staff, and other users who require assistance in pulling materials from less accessible areas, or in using self-service equipment and services (copiers/scanners, media equipment, and computers, including those with assistive software) may request assistance from personnel at the following service desks: Circulation, Research & Technology, Interlibrary Loan, and Teaching & Learning with Technology Resources.

Please feel free to ask for assistance if you need it. All requests are strictly confidential.

Services & Resources

Services

  • Material retrieval
  • Material copying/scanning
  • Electronic resource assistance
  • Assistance in obtaining ABC Express, Interlibrary Loan, and Reserve Materials
  • Assistance in using media equipment
  • Assistance in using assistive technologies
Adaptive Software
  • JAWS, Read & Write Gold and ZoomText software

Adaptive Equipment (available for use with adaptive software)

  • Noise Reduction Headphones
  • Headset with Microphone Dedicated Study Carrel (available to students registered with the Office of Disability Services)
  • PC with adaptive software installed
  • Detachable wireless keyboard
  • Scanner
  • Large table suitable for group work
  • Large monitor with adjustable positioning wall bracket

Dedicated Study Carrel (available to students registered with the Office of Disability Services)

  • PC with adaptive software installed
  • Detachable wireless keyboard
  • Scanner
  • Large table suitable for group work
  • Large monitor with adjustable positioning wall bracket

Building Accessibility

For wheelchair access to the library, please call 828-251-6336 for assistance in gaining entry from Library Lane.

Accessible sidewalk access is available from parking lots P24 & P27 (map). See all accessible parking options on campus.

Accessible Campus Shuttle Service is available from all lots on campus.

An elevator at the rear of the building provides accessible access to all three floors.

Ask for staff assistance in locating wheelchair accessible phones, restrooms, computers, and drinking fountains.

 

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library@unca.eduu | UNC Asheville | CPO# 1500 | One University Heights | Asheville, NC 28804-8504 | 828.251.6336

Last updated 3 March 2013.