Facilities for Differently Abled Students
Sapthagiri NPS University demonstrates a strong commitment to creating an accessible and inclusive environment for its differently-abled students.
Accessibility & Infrastructure:
Ramps: The University has installed ramps in every building, ensuring easy access to classrooms and other facilities for students and staff who use wheelchairs.
Divyangjan-Friendly Washrooms: Separate, disabled-friendly washrooms are available in most blocks, featuring low-height toilet seats and grab bars for convenience and safety.
Signage: Comprehensive signage, including tactile paths and ample lighting, is strategically placed throughout the campus to help orient visitors and guide differently-abled students effectively.
Lifts: The lifts are designed to be spacious, safe, and energy-efficient. They are equipped with Braille-enabled switchboards for visually impaired users.
Wheelchairs: Wheelchairs are readily available at multiple key locations, including the dispensary, hostel, main campus reception, and the 24/7 accessible medical facility at Sapthagiri Hospital.
Lower Height Food Counters: The university cafeteria features low-height food counters and seating arrangements to comfortably accommodate individuals using wheelchairs.
Other Support and Facilities:
Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Services: Leveraging its association with Sapthagiri Hospital, the university provides access to comprehensive physiotherapy and rehabilitation services. These services cater to outpatients, inpatients, and individuals requiring long-term or short-term rehabilitation
Counselling Services: The university offers free counselling services to address student mental wellness concerns, including tension, anxiety, academic stress, and loneliness, providing crucial emotional and psychological support.
“Sapthagiri NPS University emphasizes its dedication to fostering a comprehensive and inclusive teaching and learning environment. Their core principle is to ensure that students with disabilities are not subjected to unfavourable treatment. They actively work towards making all their programs, administrative functions, and activities fully accessible to all students, reflecting a holistic approach to inclusion.”