The University of Iowa introduced Note Depot, a centralized platform in ICON designed to simplify access to note-taking resources for students and instructors. Note Depot has two distinct features that include an option to leverage artificial intelligence to generate notes from recorded UICapture lectures and a note-taking exchange that allows designated individuals to contribute class notes. Note Taking Exchange: Facilitates note sharing by allowing designated individuals to contribute class notes. Notetakers must be approved by the instructor before their notes can be shared through the exchange.

In an effort to enhance the flexibility and effectiveness of final exams, the university is introducing new options for exam durations starting in fall 2025. This initiative aims to better align exam lengths with course requirements and improve the overall student experience. Instructors will be asked to choose from one of three exam duration options: 60, 80, or 120 minutes.

Student Disability Services (SDS), which currently operates within the Division of Student Life, will transition to the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost on July 1, 2025. This administrative change will not impact the services SDS provides or the staff who deliver them.

The University of Iowa's ICON platform will automatically apply extended time accommodations for students with disabilities on all Canvas Classic quizzes. This new feature eliminates the need for instructors to manually adjust quiz times, ensuring a smoother and more efficient accommodation process. For more details, visit the Office of Teaching, Learning, and Technology's website.

University of Iowa President Barbara Wilson recently dedicated a new lounge for Student Disability Services, highlighting the university's commitment to inclusivity and support for students with disabilities. This welcoming space aims to foster community and enhance accessibility on campus.

The Inclusive Events and Programming Guide is intended to provide event organizers and campus administrators with the tools necessary to proactively plan events that are inclusive and accessible for all attendees.

Undergraduate Research Fellowships (URF) provide a research experience for undergraduate students and assist staff in the Division of Student Life in conducting research projects in support of student success.

Remember to schedule your final exams! November is a good time of the semester to check your Final exam schedule: https://registrar.uiowa.edu/final-exam-schedules.

We are open in our new space: 141 University Capitol Centre (also known as Old Capitol Mall)! A few finishing touches are being added to the space which is on the first floor, with zero steps to entry, and centrally located space making it more accessible to the campus community.

Each summer Student Disability Services (SDS) offers presentations at Orientation. Below is the program description and link to a pre-recorded session if you were unable to make the Zoom session or want to learn about our services.