McNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY
The Office of Accessibility Services has developed the following documentation guidelines to assist students in providing appropriate documentation regarding their disabilities. Students are encouraged to share these guidelines with their appropriate medical professionals.
Students requesting accommodations due to a disability must provide documentation from a licensed professional who is qualified to diagnose and treat the condition.
Documents should be uploaded when completing the online registration form. If you are unable to do so, you can email the form(s) to accessibility@mcneese.edu or bring them to our office located in BBC room 205A.
All documentation is confidential and can be emailed to accessibility@mcneese.edu and/or cgaspard1@mcneese.edu.
Office of Accessibility Services Burton Business Center Room- 205A, Box 92904, Lake Charles, LA 70609
An individual with a disability is defined by the ADA as a person who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.
Examples of major life activities include:
Caring for oneself, performing manual tasks, seeing, hearing, speaking, eating, sleeping, walking, standing, lifting, bending, breathing, learning, concentrating, thinking, communicating, and the operation of major bodily functions.
I am a McNeese graduate with a bachelor's degree in Family and Consumer Science and a concentration in Child and Family Studies. As a student, I competed on the rodeo team and served on the SGA board. I earned my master’s degree in 2022 from the University of South Dakota in Educational Administration and Leadership with a concentration in Adult and Higher Ed. I have over 13 years of experience in adult education and 20 years of educational experience.
My favorite part of being a Freshman Advisor is helping students navigate their new life routine as a college freshman by offering support with in-person office visits or by email to help students meet their goals. I always remind students of my favorite BB King quote – “Education is one thing no one can ever take away from you.” I believe that supporting students is vital to a student's success.
In my spare time, I raise registered American Brahman cattle, and I enjoy all the "country girl" things like hunting, fishing, growing a garden and cooking.