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Disabled Student Union The primary goal of the Disabled Student Union is to provide support services, whether through on-going services or referrals. The DSU is available to all students, not just those with disabilities. "Our union would benefit greatly from having a program in which students help students," saidAnn Le– onard, a coordinator. Coordinator John Rumler wants it understood that 'disabled' doesn't refer to just those who are physically disabled. "We are here to serve eve– ryone, including those who are dys– lexic," he said. Each term the group sponsors one large recreational activity, such as the sailing outing during the fall. Al– though these events require much preparation and hard work, Rumler says it really pays off. "Everyone involved has a great time," he said. Rumler credited the success of the sailing outing to the coordinator of the Outdoor Program, Doug Pihlaja, who co-sponsored the event. During the spring the group ran a water aerobics class as well as a dys– lexia support group, according toLe– onard. The group continues to sponsor educational seminars and an on– going support group. Rumler would like to see more student participation in these and emphasizes that semi– nars and meetings are perfect forums for issues to be discussed. The union is located on the fourth floor of Smith Center. "We'd like a more accessible office. The Student Resource Center on the first floor of Smith would work well," he said. -Gwen Thompson. 90 s 1 AI N u Lt pc st fo Tt w A c pi St