At Kelvin Smith Library, we provide accessible spaces, technology, and services to support your needs. For more information about campus support beyond KSL, contact Disability Resources at disability@case.edu.
Accessible Spaces and Getting to KSL
All KSL spaces are accessible, including entrances, elevators, and restrooms. You can explore the building using the interactive map.
Parking and transportation options near KSL include metered street parking on East Blvd, Lot 29, campus shuttles, and public transportation.
For more information on campus parking and transportation, see Access Services.
Technology and Software
You can use built-in accessibility tools on Mac and Windows.
Case Western Reserve University provides tools for download at the Software Center:
- Read & Write Gold
- Reads text aloud from documents and web pages.
- Includes speech‑to‑text tools.
- MathType
- Allows screen readers to read and edit equations.
- Supports TeX, LaTeX, and MathML.
We have additional software available at the Freedman Center at KSL:
- Adobe Acrobat Pro
- Makes documents text‑searchable, which is necessary for some assistive technology.
- OmniPage
- A more advanced tool for making documents text‑searchable.
For help using these tools, contact us at FreedmanCenter@case.edu.
Borrowing and Access Support
We can provide CWRU affiliates with print disabilities accessible copies of books from the HathiTrust Digital Library. This collection contains millions of items from libraries around the world. To request an accessible copy, email us at HathiTextRequest@case.edu.
If you receive accommodations through Disability Resources or the Office of Equity, you can add an authorized borrower to your library account. An authorized borrower can check out materials on your behalf. To request this service, email Josie Cotton at josie.cotton@case.edu.
Research Help and Locating Alternative Formats
We can help you with your research or coursework by:
- Finding digital or accessible versions of materials.
- Identifying alternatives to print or scanned content.
- Providing research support specific to your department.
Contact us through Ask KSL or request an appointment.