Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 / Americans with Disabilities Act

The College complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and with  the Americans with Disabilities Act, and does not discriminate on the basis of a disability in the areas of admissions, accessibility, treatment, and employment. Individuals with disabilities, as defined under the law, who are otherwise qualified to meet the institution’s academic and employment requirements will be provided with services and resources accordingly.

South Texas College shall not exclude from consideration of employment otherwise qualified applicants with a disability or disabilities because such applicants may require reasonable accommodations for known physical and mental impairments.

During any aspect of the employment process, including without limitation, hiring, promotion, transfer, training, evaluation, and compensation increases, the College shall consider the issues of a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental disability or disabilities of an otherwise qualified handicapped or disabled person.

South Texas College supports efforts in making the campus more accessible and encourages individuals with disabilities to participate in all activities. In compliance with regulations listed in Section 504, the College will designate an ADA compliance coordinator.

The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding disability:

Todd C. Nelson, J.D.
Contracts & Regulatory Resources Officer - Title IX & 504 Coordinator
3201 W. Pecan Blvd. McAllen, Texas 78501
Office: 956-872-4664
Email: TitleIX@southtexascollege.edu