Accessibility Information

NADOHE seeks to create a conference experience that is inclusive, welcoming, and accessible for all conference attendees. There is a space on the conference registration form where accessibility needs can be indicated. The registrant will be contacted following completion of this information so to ensure accommodation at the meeting. Notification via the registration form and/or to annualconference@nadohe.org by January 8, 2025 for accessibility accommodations and February 5, 2025 for dietary accommodations will allow adequate time to ensure your needs are supported.

Following is what is currently planned for the conference:

• An ASL provider will be retained upon request to ensure registrant accommodations are met during pre-determined sessions tailored to the registrant's schedule.
• Presenters will be asked to use a microphone during all keynotes, concurrent sessions and workshops.
• Presenters will be asked to communicate the content of their slides verbally and to initiate the PowerPoint closed captioning feature when possible.
• All meeting spaces are accessible for wheelchairs and scooters, including session room center and side aisle widths, as well as spaces at the end of aisles for wheelchair or scooter placement.
• Reserved seating will be made available in the front row of each meeting room for those who wish to sit closer to the front of the room for sight or hearing purposes.
• Conference staff are informed and will be able to direct individuals to accessible pathways throughout the meeting space.
• Registrants will have access to a nursing lounge/lactation room.
• A quiet room for prayer or meditation will be designated.
• All-gender restrooms will be available at the conference hotel.

City of Chicago Accessibility

The city of Chicago seeks to ensure access to all. Information related to this can be found here.

To request accommodation, contact the Chicago Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities at (312) 744-7050, access@cityofchicago.org, or visit the City of Chicago Accessibility webpage.

Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile Accessibility

The Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile has the following features related to accessibility. For more information about the physical features of our accessible rooms, common areas or special services relating to a specific disability please call +1 312-836-0100

Accessible Hotel Features

• Property has elevators
• Service Animals are Welcome

Accessible Areas with Accessible Routes from Public Entrance

• Entrance to On-Site Business Center is Accessible
• Entrance to On-Site Fitness Center is Accessible
• Main Entrance is Accessible
• Meeting Spaces are Accessible
• On-Site Restaurants are Accessible
• Room and Suites Access through the Interior Corridor

Accessibility for Guest Rooms & Meetings

• Accessible Vanities
• Adjustable Height Hand-Held Shower Wand
• Alarm Clock Telephone Ringers
• Bathtub Grab Rails
• Bathtub Seat
• Closed Caption TV
• Deadbolts on Guest Room and Suites Doors
• Electronic Room Key
• Flashing Door Knockers
• Guest Room and Suites Doors Self-Closing
• Guests in mobility-accessible rooms may inquire about lowering the bed height
• Hearing Accessible Rooms and/or Kits
• Lever Handles on Guest Room Doors
• Lowered Deadbolts on Guest Room Doors
• Lowered Electrical Outlets
• Lowered Night Guards on Guest Room Doors
• Lowered Viewports in Guest Room Doors
• Mobility accessible rooms
• Non-slip Grab Rails in the Bathroom
• Roll-in Shower
• Room Windows Open
• Safety Chains and/or Latches on Guest Doors
• Secondary Locks on Room Windows
• TTY/TTD Compatible
• Toilet Seat at Wheelchair Height - Toilet for Disabled
• Viewports in Guest Room and Suites Doors

NADOHE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND ACCESSIBILITY

NADOHE remains committed to the process of leading as the preeminent voice for diversity leaders in higher education. Our commitment remains steadfast despite ongoing rollbacks in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives. 

NADOHE is also committed to the ongoing journey of becoming more inclusive in its reach to not only connect with increasingly diverse and intersectional communities, but also proactively engage with the multifaceted nature of accessibility. 

NADOHE is confident that as the future of higher education evolves, institutions that have consistently prioritized DEI will be better positioned to attract and retain top talent to support our growing diverse student populations. Through the practice and prioritization of our commitment, we will continue to build capacity for the centering of diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education. As a result, we aim to create spaces of nourishment, support, and authentic ways of being. 

Accessibility accommodations have been addressed as part of the conference registration process; however, if a need surfaces after you register, please let us know at annualconference@nadohe.org. 

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