Upon walking around the university I observed quite a few things that help or hinder the handicapped. Overall, many older buildings on the BGSU campus have been modified to meet ADA requirements. I found that all of the newer buildings had a much better design for those with disabilities. I think that the most improvement has to be made outside to help people get around campus easier.
Positive examples
- Most classroom signs have braille on them
- Older buildings like the library have ramps on them
- Newer buildings like the union are built at the ground level
- There is a desk in most rooms for a wheelchair
- There is plenty of handicap parking spaces
- All buildings that I’m aware of have elevators
- Starbucks has a table reserved for wheelchairs
- We have a student disability services office
- Hallways and common areas are fairly wide
- Drinking fountains are lowered
Negative examples
- Some common area computers you have to stand at
- Some buildings like Eppler South are far away from handicap parking
- Elevators have long wait times
- Spots for wheelchairs are either at the very front or very back of the room
- Food in the cafeteria serving trays would be hard to see
- If an elevator breaks down they cant go to class at all
- Most of the Rec’s equipment can’t be used in a wheelchair
- Snow doesn’t get plowed off of sidewalks very fast
- The campus layout is difficult for the blind
- Not many things on campus to help the deaf
under: ADA Scavenger Hunt