Contact SDRC
Phone | (909) 607-7419
Email | sdrc@cuc.claremont.edu
Hours | 8 AM – 10:30 PM Monday through Friday
Student Disability Resource Center
Tranquada Student Services Center – 1st Floor
757 College Way
Claremont, CA, 91711
Meet the SRDC Staff
"The Student Disability Resource Center (SDRC) is dedicated to helping students achieve their academic goals by providing
accommodations, assisting in mediation between students and faculty and providing student focus workshops
on topics such as time management and study skills. We also provide training to faculty and staff on topics related to
working with students with disabilities, Universal Design and Disability as Identity."
Catherine Calhoun is the Director of the Student Disability Resource Center of the Claremont Colleges Services. Catherine earned a Master of Communication from the University of Arkansas. She has worked in the field for over 20 years and has extensive knowledge in the field of Disability Services. Catherine works directly with all 7 colleges and their disability contacts. She serves as an important resource in streaming services and providing supplemental services to each of the campuses. Under Catherine’s leadership the office has grown and expanded it’s services. She continues to welcome opportunities and conversations about how to further grow the office and support students with disabilities. Catherine is a key ally for students and faculty across the the 7cs.
Lisette Sanchez is the Assistant Director of the Student Disability Resource Center of the Claremont Colleges Services. Lisette oversees the Assistive Technology Program, testing center and notetaking services here at The Claremont Colleges for students. Lisette serves as a resource for faculty and staff to help support their classrooms and other settings ensuring they are inclusive for all students. She is committed to providing resources for students with disabilities and assisting them throughout their academic careers. She enjoys working with students from diverse sociocultural backgrounds and is the chair of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. Being a member of this committee provides her with the opportunity to contribute to Claremont Colleges Services, in providing an environment that values the many differences in identities, experiences, ability, and thought that exist among the members of our community.
On a more personal level, Lisette was raised on the island of O’ahu. Lisette is a proud mother of three littles who keep her on her toes. During her free time, she loves spending time with her family, traveling, reading, and cooking.
Evelyn is the Administrative Assistant of the SDRC. She assists with the process of scheduling and proctoring exams for all 7cs. Evelyn is a valuable member of our team and takes pride in helping students navigate the services of the Student Disability Resource Center. She loves working with students in higher education and being able to provide a safe space for them to come and receive services or simply hangout.
On a personal level, Evelyn is very family oriented and loves being with her family. Evelyn has one maltipoo which she adores so much. When she’s not working, hiking is a hobby she enjoys along with going to the gym.
Evelyn.gonzalez@claremont.edu
(909)607-7349
Hi There, my name is Katie Meitchik! I am a senior at Pitzer studying Sociology and Gender Studies. I am super passionate about accessible education, social justice, and equity & inclusion work. In my free time I enjoy listening to music, hanging out with friends, and doing art projects. I love working at the SDRC because of the awesome team of kind and friendly people.
Hello! My name is Jennifer Hu (she/her), and I am a junior at Scripps College majoring in Organismal Biology and minoring in Asian Studies. In my free time, I love listening to audiobooks and crocheting plushies. Excited to work with everyone in the coming year!
My name is Kaylin Peña, I’m a sophomore at Pitzer from nyc! I’m on the pre med track so I hope to major in human biology and maybe minor in Spanish.
Dani is a 2nd year at Scripps studying Global Studies and Gender Studies. Along with the SDRC Dani is also co-manager of the Scripps Outdoors club. She enjoys hiking, camping, skiing, or anything else that gives her the excuse to be outside. She loves the SDRC and is excited for a new year!