Ewha Holds Unveiling Ceremony for Accessible Student Lounge
The Office of Student Affairs at Ewha Womans University held an unveiling ceremony for the Accessible Student Lounge on March 17 at the Student Union Building, opening a new support space designed for students with disabilities. The project was launched in response to the growing number of students with disabilities and the increasing demand for support services as part of Ewha’s efforts to create a barrier-free campus environment.
Located in the Student Union Building, the new lounge is a dedicated space for recreation and study that is accessible 24 hours a day. The facility is equipped with accessibility features tailored to a range of different disabilities, including automatic doors, height-adjustable electric tables, easy-to-move chairs, recliners, and daybeds. The university has also created a dedicated counseling room and installed braille signage and emergency call buttons to enhance accessibility and safety.
Jeong Ah Choi, Vice President for Student Affairs, explained that “an advisory panel of five students with disabilities was involved in the improvement process to reflect student input and actual user experience.” Ewha President Hyang-Sook Lee said, “Creating an environment where all students can learn and grow without discrimination is an important step in Ewha’s pursuit of inclusive innovation,” adding that the university would continue to expand support services.
Meanwhile, barrier-free certificate issuing machines equipped with text-to-speech, braille keyboards, and adjustable height were also installed at the Ewha Campus Complex and the Student Union Building. The Support Center for Students with Disabilities plans to gradually establish Accessible Lounges in every college building based on student feedback.
