To-Do Each Quarter

Timeline of Student Responsibilities Each Quarter

Please do your best to adhere to this timeline, as it will keep you and us ahead of the game! 
Don't forget: request forms are available online for your convenience.
Week of the Quarter Responsibility
Registration-end of Week 1 Request accommodation letters (and, if applicable, any audio books needed).
Weeks 1-2 Pick up accommodation letters (and, if applicable, audio books).
Week 2 Deliver letters to professors by end of week.
Weeks 2-3 Submit exam proctor request forms for entire quarter (1 week's notice needed). Request note-takers (if applicable) no later than the end of week 3.
Week 4 If note-takers haven't been located and are still needed, you must notify SSD via phone or direct link to our office email address.
Week 8 Don't forget to utilize priority registration (noon on Friday before regular registration)!
Week 9 Double-check final exam dates and submit additional test requests as needed before SSD's finals deadline.
Throughout the Quarter

Update SSD on changed exam dates, classes dropped, and (if applicable) if note-takers are still needed but haven't been hired.
You can also set up appointments to receive coaching, work on study and test-taking strategies, and receive other support if needed.

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  • Email: ssd@northwestern.edu
  • Phone: 847-467-5530
  • Teletypewriter: 847-467-5533
  • Fax: 847-467-5531
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