Student Accessibility Services

A student’s record of qualifying documentation is housed with the Disability Services team. It is not shared with other University staff unless the student gives permission.

The documentation may be shared on a “need to know” basis in the case of an emergency or if a student complaint is being investigated.

A student is expected to work directly with each professor involved in the accommodations process. Students should meet with the Director periodically to discuss academic progress and any additional needs. Accommodations can be updated and revised at any point during the school year.

Students should notify the office immediately if there are any issues in securing approved accommodations.

If the student does not provide timely notice, the professor may assume that the student is not wishing to utilize accommodations for a particular test, and they are not obligated to provide the accommodation.

If a student encounters an issue where reasonable accommodations have not been made, the student should first contact Mrs. Caroline Fulghum, the Student Success Coach & Accommodations Counselor (843-854-4131, accessibility@coker.edu). She will work to resolve the issue, serving as a liaison to the professor or staff member and advocating for the student’s needs. If a satisfactory outcome is not attained, the student should contact Mr. Cole Heatherly, Dean of Students & Senior Director of Student Experience (843-383-8171, studentexperience@coker.edu).

To request an Emotional Support Animal (ESA), please complete the Request for Services. Please note that there are deadlines for ESAs and applications will only be reviewed for ESAs during the application windows. Please review our ESA Policy prior to submitting your request for services.

• Fall 2026 Deadline: July 27th, 2026
• Spring 2027 Deadline: January 4th, 2027