Accessibility Walk and Roll Tours

UMBC DAAR hosts monthly Accessibility Walk & Roll Tours—and sometimes even two or three within a month!

In October 2025, during Disability Identity and Awareness Month, DAAR celebrated with a full lineup of engaging events. One highlight was welcoming our special guest, Chip, who joined us for one of our monthly Walk & Roll Tours. We’re excited to share a video featuring Chip as she explores campus and demonstrates several accessible routes. If you couldn’t attend, no worries—there are plenty more tours coming up! You can always find upcoming tour dates on our Events page. Click below to watch the video.

What Will You See on the Tour?

Features:
UMBC has many accessibility-focused features across campus, including the Skywalk, improved lecture halls, upgraded elevators, and more renovations underway.

Bugs & Barriers:
We also talk openly about areas that still need improvement. You’ll learn how to report concerns—whether it’s submitting a repair request through Work Control (410-455-2550), completing an accessibility concern report, or collaborating with campus partners such as Facilities Management and DoIT. Accessibility is everyone’s responsibility.

What to Expect on the Walk & Roll Tour

We begin in the DAAR Conference Room, explore the Skywalk and tunnel connections within the Academic Core, visit Adaptive Computing in the Library, and stop by the Retriever Integrated Health reception area, which supports both physical and mental health. Tours are small and welcoming, and mask use is very welcome. UMBC is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive environment for all. To request accommodations or ask about event accessibility, please email slazar@umbc.edu with “Accessibility Tour” in the subject line.

Can’t Make It?

More tours are planned! If you have a small group, we’re happy to arrange a custom tour. Email us to find a day and time that works best. Come learn, explore, and experience how accessibility shapes our campus. We hope to see you soon!

 

View Past Events

Workplace Readiness Program Applications due by 10/4 - Finish Strong Friday Online with the Career Center

Online! Ask Questions, Polish/Start your app, Body Double +

Location

Online

Date & Time

October 2, 2026, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

If you are a student with a disability that is either graduating soon or a recent alumni AND you would like to work for a federal contractor or the federal government, the WRP program is a solid...
Young woman calmly working on a laptop while sitting cross-legged on the floor in front of a bookcase. She is light-skinned Black with short hair wearing a dark button-down shirt with a floral print

Possibilities: American Federation of the Blind Documentary and Discussion

The Legacy of Helen Keller with 21st Century Voices

Location

Engineering : 027

Date & Time

October 19, 2026, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Description

Join us for the UMBC screening of Possibilities  a documentary film celebrating the legacy of Helen Keller as told through the shared stories of 21st-century voices - nothing about us, without us!...
"Helen Keller broke the mold and it created a new beginning for people with disabilities around the world." Tony Stephens, Possibilities Cast Member with a photo montage of other cast members

Campus Accessibility Fall Update: Facilities Projects and More (Hybrid)

Updates, Campus Navigation, Plus Sharing Ideas/Experiences

Location

Interdisciplinary Life Sciences Building (ILSB) : 201

Date & Time

October 21, 2026, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Description

Facilities Management and the Office of Disability Access and Resources are hosting a review and update of construction projects that enhance accessibility, improve the physical environment of...
Ariel photo of UMBC's main campus, both academic and residential buildings, within Hilltop Circle. The Research Park and Athletic Fields are in the foreground

Tea Time with Tori (10/27)

Spilling the tea on all things assistive technology!

Location

Mathematics/Psychology : 222

Date & Time

October 27, 2026, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Description

Join DAAR's Assistive Technologist and Accessibility Specialist, Tori Jakpa, for Tea Time with Tori on October 27th at 12:00 PM in Math/Psychology 222! Enjoy tea, light snacks, and engaging...
Flyer for “Tea Time with Tori” featuring a hand pouring tea from a glass teapot into a cup on a wooden tray, with additional teacups nearby. The background shows a stylized tree silhouette. Text reads: “Tea Time with Tori – Join us as we spill the tea on all things assistive technology!” Event details: Tuesday October 27, 12–2 PM, Math/Psychology 222.