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Ms. Kimber Holmes
Director
Office of Access and Ability Services
Tompkins Hall, Suite 404

Office: 334-724-4343
Cell: 334-421-9158
Email:  kholmes@tuskegee.edu 

The Office of Access and Ability utilizes a third-party software called . It is a secure, web-based application that manages communication from our office, including meeting requests and follow-ups involving accommodation issues. 

Students receiving an email from Maxient will see a link to the correspondence sent from ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï. 

Maxient also allows ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï to send text messages to students if their cell phone number is on file. This means that our office can send individual texts to students with a link to the communication sent via Maxient. 

If you receive an email or text from Maxient, this is a legitimate email from the university. 

Important Deadlines

• Incoming/New Students: Housing accommodation request deadline – April 30
• Returning Students: Housing accommodation request deadline – March 20

Documentation Requirements

• Current documentation from a licensed healthcare provider
• Documentation should identify the student’s diagnosis, describe functional limitations related to housing, and include a clear recommendation for the requested accommodation(s)
• All housing accommodation documentation should be emailed to: kholmes@tuskegee.edu

Necessary ESA Agreements

The following Agreements will be needed in reference to an Emotional Support Animal (ESA):

• ESA Counseling Agreement
• ESA Agreement

If you encounter an accessibility issue, please call the Office of Access and Ability at 334-421-9158 or email the director at kholmes@tuskegee.edu. The Office of Access and Ability will inform the appropriate university unit of your notification. Please be prepared to provide relevant information such as:

• Your Name and Contact Information
• Building Name
• Classroom Number
• Elevator Location
• Door Opener Location
• Other pertinent information not listed above