Ball State University is committed to providing access and opportunity to individuals with disabilities. In compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is Ball State's policy that no otherwise qualified individual with a disability shall be denied access to or participation in any program, service, or activity sponsored by the university. The office of Disabled Student Development (DSD) serves as the coordinator of the university's efforts to provide access and opportunity to students with disabilities. Click on the articles below to learn more about disability and the law.