About CAE

Supporting every student’s right to an accessible, inclusive, and empowering educational experience at UCLA.

About CAE

Supporting every student’s right to an accessible, inclusive, and empowering educational experience at UCLA.

Mission and Purpose
Our Mission

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The mission of the Center for Accessible Education (CAE) is to create an accessible, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. Collaborating closely with faculty, staff, and students, we facilitate necessary accommodations, advocate for disability awareness, and serve as a key educational resource, empowering students with disabilities to achieve their highest academic potential.

Who We Support
Supporting Our Diverse Student Community

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At UCLA, diversity enriches the educational journey. The CAE proudly supports thousands of undergraduate, graduate, and professional students, providing personalized accommodations and resources tailored to individual needs. We’re dedicated to ensuring that every student can participate fully and equitably in their UCLA experience.

Our Approach
Personalized and Collaborative Support

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Navigating university life can present unique challenges. At CAE, we encourage students to register with our office early, enabling us to provide timely, customized support. Our dedicated Disability Specialists work closely with you to identify and implement appropriate, reasonable accommodations, ensuring your academic journey at UCLA is supported every step of the way.

ADA/504 compliance
Committed to Compliance, Dedicated to Students

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UCLA adheres strictly to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. CAE serves as UCLA’s hub for understanding and implementing these compliance standards, ensuring that students receive fair and equal access to all academic programs, campus housing, and university services.

Center for Accessible Education Staff

Leadership

Portrait of Spencer Scruggs, M.S.
Spencer Scruggs, M.S.
Director
Portrait of Patty Violi, Ed.D.
Patty Violi, Ed.D.
Associate Director, Student Services
Portrait of Veronica Martinez-Lopez, Ed.D.
Veronica Martinez-Lopez, Ed.D.
Associate Director, Programming, Evaluation, & Auxiliary Services
Portrait of Grace Clifford, M.A.Ed.
Grace Clifford, M.A.Ed.
Director of Disability Services for DGSOM
Portrait of Albert J. (AJ) Mason
Albert J. (AJ) Mason
Testing Center Coordinator
Portrait of Tania Lopez
Tania Lopez
Administrative Services Manager

Student Services

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Elena Rodriguez
Intake Coordinator
Portrait of Kristen Acosta, M.S.
Kristen Acosta, M.S.
Senior Disability Specialist
Portrait of Esther Kim, M.S.Ed.
Esther Kim, M.S.Ed.
Senior Disability Specialist
Portrait of Tucker Grimshaw, M.A.
Tucker Grimshaw, M.A.
Senior Coaching Disability Specialist
Portrait of Michelle Nagler, P.G.C.E.
Michelle Nagler, P.G.C.E.
Disability Specialist
Portrait of Daniela Cruz-Gomez, M.S.
Daniela Cruz-Gomez, M.S.
Disability Specialist
Portrait of Betteena Marco, M.A.
Betteena Marco, M.A.
Disability Specialist
Portrait of Andres Sandoval, M.S.
Andres Sandoval, M.S.
Disability Specialist
Portrait of Adriana "Yami" Corzo, M.S.
Adriana "Yami" Corzo, M.S.
Disability Specialist
Portrait of Reyna Garcia Sandoval, M.S.
Reyna Garcia Sandoval, M.S.
Disability Specialist
Portrait of Glyn Wild, M.A.
Glyn Wild, M.A.
Disability Specialist
Portrait of Tiffany Aluko, M.S.W.
Tiffany Aluko, M.S.W.
Disability Case Manager

Programming, Evaluation, & Auxiliary Services

Portrait of Shahin Zaveri, M.S.
Shahin Zaveri, M.S.
CAE Housing Disability Specialist
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Metzli Gallardo
Housing & Auxiliary Services Coordinator
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Kathleen Dunlevy
Proctoring & Notetaking Specialist
Portrait of Ramya Karthikeyan
Ramya Karthikeyan
Alternative Format Specialist
Portrait of Tony Ferrari, M.Div.
Tony Ferrari, M.Div.
Assistive Technology Specialist
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Felicia A. Price
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Portrait of Christine Ahn
Christine Ahn
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Portrait of Jen Bae
Jen Bae
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Lani
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Portrait of Lidia Perez
Lidia Perez
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Jennifer Betancourt
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Sarah Gomes, B.A.
Accommodation Logistics Coordinator

David Geffen School of Medicine

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Jennifer T. Biggers, M.Ed.
Assistant Director of DGSOM Disability Services

Testing Center

Tony Buffo
Assistant Testing Center Coordinator
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Jose Camberos
Senior Proctoring & Logistics Coordinator

Administrative Services

Portrait of Tania Lopez
Tania Lopez
Administrative Services Manager
Portrait of Arlyn Ramirez
Arlyn Ramirez
Administrative Coordinator

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