General Information

UNT Libraries strive to maintain reasonable accommodations for users with disabilities. Any library user with a disability that will require additional accommodations regarding software or equipment must present a written request to:

Judy Hunter

Facilities and Operations Manager
Willis Library, (940) 369-7462
E-mail: judy.hunter@unt.edu

Policies & Procedures

• Please see the UNT Disability Accommodation Policy for Students and Academic Units (16-001).
• University of North Texas AA/EOE/ADA Information.
• As per Library Use Policies, trained service animals are the only animals permitted in the Libraries.

The UNT Libraries recommend that students register with the Office of Disability Access, Sage Hall, Suite 167, (940) 565-4323.

Facilities

• There are accessible tables, carrels, and computers available on each floor of Willis Library and on the main floors of the Sycamore Library, and Discovery Park Library.
• Study Pod LL-1, located on the Willis Lower Level, is Wheelchair Accessible.
• Bass One Button Studio is an accessible recording studio.
• The Media viewing station in the Media Library on the second floor in Willis is accessible

Research Assistance Services

Reference assistance offered in Willis Library includes assistance by telephone, reference by appointment for one-on-one consultation, E-mail reference.

• Reference by Appointment: This service is available to those needing in-depth reference assistance. Please inform the staff of your special needs, so they can better accommodate you.
• E-Mail Reference: - E-mail form for submitting questions to reference staff.
• Ask Us: Reference Services at the UNT Libraries.

Jennifer Rowe

Social Sciences & Community Engagement Librarian
Jennifer.Rowe@unt.edu
940.369.7815

Materials Retrieval

Users with disabilities that prevent them from retrieving library materials may request at a service desk that materials be pulled for them.

• Locations

The request for assistance may be made in person, by phone, or by e-mail. Government Documents can make arrangements for community members not affiliated with UNT to use electronic government information products in the Adaptive Computer Lab or other approved facilities.

Accessible Content

A number of cataloged items have features or attributes that have been designed to aid users that may assist some patrons. Though not exhaustive, the following list provides quick access to cataloged materials:

• Video recordings for the hearing impaired
• Video recordings for people with visual disabilities
• Audio Books & Spoken Recordings
• Large Print

Access Services (Circulation & ILL)

• Circulating Items may be renewed through the UNT Library Catalog.
• Circulation also offers material delivery and distance learning services.

Photocopy Services

Please go to The Spark Technology Engagement Service Desk on the first floor of Willis Library. Individuals will be wearing a grey vest. You can also call 940-369-5259.

Adaptive Equipment

Computers

The Facilities and Systems supports all the computers in the Libraries, including those with special software to assist patrons with disabilities. The Spark, a unit within the Facilities and Systems department and a member of the UNT Student Computer Labs system supports the laptops and workstations in Willis Library. All public computers have the following software installed:

• JAWS 2021 | JAWS PDF Quickstart Guide
• Windows integrated adaptive software
• Apple Accessibility

In addition, the ADA Assistive Devices area on the first floor of Willis Library Just outside the 130 Learning Center has the following equipment:

• High Contract/Large Print keyboard
• HP Printer and Release station
• Perkins Brailer
• TOPAZ Desktop Magnifier
  • The TOPAZ Desktop Video Magnifier makes seeing printed type, pictures, handwriting and small details easier. Place a letter or picture on the moveable reading table, and adjust the magnification level and the display colors to work best for your eyesight. The document displays in large size on the screen.
• Two Dell Workstations
• Video Phone

The Spark strives to maintain reasonable accommodations for patrons with disabilities. In an effort to best meet the computing needs of patrons with adaptive requests UNT created an adaptive lab. The Adaptive Student Computer Lab is designed specifically to meet the needs of disabled or adaptive needs patrons. The Adaptive Lab is supported by UIT and is located in Sage Hall, Room 330.

Other Equipment

• A library-use [refreshable braille display][braille] is available on the 4th floor of Willis Library
• Gaming controllers and other assistive devices are available for checkout at the Media and Discovery Park Library service desks.

Frisco Landing Library

Frisco Landing Library has an assistive technology study room: FRLD 244C. Reservations for this rooms can be made onsite, in advance using Frisco Landing’s EMS room reservation system, or by contacting the Frisco Landing Library.

This room features:

• Widescreen monitor
• Large print keyboard
• Adjustable height tables
• Tabletop power outlets
• Accessibility software:
  • FS Reader
  • JAWS
  • Zoom Text
  • Fusion 2023
  • Sonic Visualizer

For questions about this room or to request a reservation, please contact us in person at the Frisco Landing Library Service Desk (244E), by phone at 972-668-7455, or by email atFrisco.Library@unt.edu.