EAC's Mission

The Educational Center (EAC) is committed to providing students with disabilities the opportunity to effectively matriculate into the mainstream of college and community life. We provide services that facilitate equal access to education, self-advocacy, academic self-efficacy, and personal growth opportunities to maximize individual student success. While remaining grounded in developing student independence in the post-secondary learning environment, Oxnard College and the EAC department recognize the campus and community cultural wealth and support systems that students bring to our campus.
 

EAC values diversity and promotes awareness and retention by providing quality services and courses for students with disabilities. It is a resource for students and the campus community, providing guidance relating to compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Amendments. Consultation and support to the campus are also provided in 508 compliance, distance education, and Universal Design and campus accessibility. 

 

We have a newsletter!

Check out THE ADVOCATE: A Newsletter Devoted to Disability Equity. Our August 2026 issue is out now!

 

We Have an App!

Access all your EAC services from one convenient spot! We created an app that you can download onto your phone by scanning the QR code below. In the app, you will find links for requesting:

  • Alternate media
  • Extra time on quizzes/exams
  • Note takers
  • Tutoring
  • Sign language interpreters
  • Consent to release forms
  • Full course load letters
  • Continuation of services
  • Appointments with our staff
QR code for EAC Student App

You can also access the EAC App's desktop version on your web browser. Give it a try!

 

Commitment to Students with Disabilities

Oxnard College's Educational Assistance Center—Disabled Students Programs and Services (EAC-DSPS) is committed to ensuring that students with disabilities have equal and meaningful access to the College's educational programs, services, facilities, and activities.

Oxnard College complies with applicable federal and state laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable disability-access laws and regulations. The College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations and support services to eligible students with disabilities, so they have an equitable opportunity to participate and succeed in their educational goals.

EAC-DSPS works collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and campus programs to:

  • Provide reasonable academic accommodations and support services based on a student's disability-related functional limitations and individual educational needs.
  • Promote equal access to classes, laboratories, examinations, technology, campus facilities, programs, events, and other College activities.
  • Maintain an interactive process with students and appropriate College personnel when determining and implementing accommodations.
  • Protect the confidentiality and privacy of students' disability-related information in accordance with applicable laws and College policies.
  • Support students in developing self-advocacy skills and understanding their rights and responsibilities.
  • Collaborate with faculty and staff to implement approved accommodations while maintaining the essential academic requirements and learning outcomes of courses and programs.
  • Address accessibility concerns and work toward removing barriers that may prevent students with disabilities from fully participating in the College community.

Our goal is not simply access, but equitable access. EAC-DSPS is committed to creating an inclusive educational environment in which students with disabilities are respected, supported, and provided a meaningful opportunity to achieve their academic and career goals.

"If you embrace DIVERSITY but ignore DISABILITY, you're doing it wrong..."