Access and Ability Services

Ms. Kimber Holmes
Director
Office of Access and Ability Services
Tompkins Hall, Suite 404

Office: 334-724-4343
Cell: 334-421-9158
Email:  kholmes@tuskegee.edu 

The Office of Access and Ability utilizes a third-party software called Maxient. It is a secure, web-based application that manages communication from our office, including meeting requests and follow-ups involving accommodation issues. 

Students receiving an email from Maxient will see a link to the correspondence sent from Tuskegee University. 

Maxient also allows Tuskegee University to send text messages to students if their cell phone number is on file. This means that our office can send individual texts to students with a link to the communication sent via Maxient. 

If you receive an email or text from Maxient, this is a legitimate email from the university. 

Important Deadlines

• Incoming/New Students: Housing accommodation request deadline – April 30
• Returning Students: Housing accommodation request deadline – March 20

Documentation Requirements

• Current documentation from a licensed healthcare provider
• Documentation should identify the student’s diagnosis, describe functional limitations related to housing, and include a clear recommendation for the requested accommodation(s)
• All housing accommodation documentation should be emailed to: kholmes@tuskegee.edu

If you encounter an accessibility issue, please call the Office of Access and Ability at 334-421-9158 or email the director at kholmes@tuskegee.edu. The Office of Access and Ability will inform the appropriate university unit of your notification. Please be prepared to provide relevant information such as:

• Your Name and Contact Information
• Building Name
• Classroom Number
• Elevator Location
• Door Opener Location
• Other pertinent information not listed above