Accessibility
The Appalachian Studies Association strives to ensure that all events are accessible to all participants and that participation be in a meaningful and comfortable manner for all.
Conference Materials:
All conference programs and calls for participation will be provided in both a PDF (two column format) and a Word document with a single column format to work with screen readers. If there is an old document you would prefer in a Word document for a screen reader, please contact the ASA office at (304) 696-2904 or at asa@marshall.edu.
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Conference Registration Options:
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Written and mailed form with check or credit card information
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Online form at this link
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Over the phone at (217) 300-5437
Conference Accessibility:
Each conference location will have its own information for accessibility, which will be noted in the preliminary and final programs and on our website.
Additionally, if you have a special accessibility request, you may contact the ASA office at (304) 696-2904 or at asa@marshall.edu.
We make every effort to provide the following:
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Disability parking close to the event (paid or unpaid)
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Gender inclusive restroom(s)
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Lactation room(s)
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A quiet room for religious observances, respite from stimulation, medical equipment charging, or other needs
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Refrigerator storage for infant feeding and medical needs
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Pronoun stickers or other identifying methods for nametags
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Program notations for loud music, crowds, and high traffic
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Program notations for sober-friendly events (mocktails and other non-alcoholic choices), and sober events (no alcohol)
Service animals are welcome (unless prohibited by the host location). If prohibited, information will be made available in advance.
If you require an aide to attend with you for accessibility, please contact the office for more information.
If you need assistance accessing the registration desk and/or completing your registration on-site, please let the ASA office know ahead of time, and we will be happy to assist you.
Presenters:
If you have an accessibility request for your session, please inform the Program Chair and ASA office when you submit your proposal. Please list your request in the Notes section, and email or call the ASA office.
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We will do our best to accommodate schedule requests based on religious practice, ADA, or other accessibility requests; These requests need to be submitted with the proposal submission.
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Neurodivergent Accommodations:
If you have any neurodivergent accommodation requests or sensory needs, please contact the ASA office by email at asa@marshall.edu or by phone at (304) 696-2904, and we will do our best to accommodate you.