About Student Disability Services

UAFS makes every effort to offer equal educational opportunities for all students. To ensure a total university experience for students with disabilities, UAFS seeks to provide reasonable accommodations and services to students who have physical, emotional and/or learning disabilities. The underlying philosophy of the program is to provide support, where possible, that will maximize each student's opportunities for academic success. Working in partnership with the student, the Student Disability Services office will develop an individualized plan for services which may include accommodations in testing, instruction, and/or housing.

Meet the Staff

Dana Andreassen - Director

Dana Andreassen earned her bachelor’s degree in special education and her master’s in autism education from Northeastern State University in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. She was a special education teacher for more than 12 years before joining UAFS in 2020. She is dedicated to empowering students to become self-advocates and ensuring that all students receive the accommodations they rightly deserve.

Scott Tabor - Program Assistant

Scott Tabor is a current student at UAFS, majoring in biochemistry with a minor in history. He is a graduate of Alma High School and served almost seven years in the U.S. Army and Army Reserves. He enjoys using his life experiences to help others overcome their barriers.