City University Accessibility Upgrade
This case study highlights how Currie Management partnered with a public university to improve campus-wide accessibility while maintaining daily operations. Through practical assessments and targeted training, the institution strengthened compliance, reduced risk, and created a more inclusive environment for students, faculty, and visitors.
Client Type
Public University / Higher Education Institution
The Challenge
The university operated across multiple buildings with varying construction dates and inconsistent ADA compliance. While some accessibility measures were in place, staff awareness and operational consistency were lacking. This created barriers for students, faculty, and visitors with disabilities—and increased institutional risk.
Leadership needed a solution that would:
- Improve accessibility without disrupting daily campus operations
- Educate staff across departments
- Provide clear documentation for accountability and future planning
The Approach
Currie Management conducted a comprehensive accessibility and operational assessment across priority campus facilities. This included:
- Facility walkthroughs and compliance reviews
- Policy and procedure evaluations
- Staff interviews to identify awareness and training gaps
Based on findings, we developed a customized accessibility training program tailored to facilities staff, administrators, and front-facing teams. Practical implementation guidance was provided to ensure improvements could be applied immediately and sustained long-term.
The Results
- 100% of priority areas brought into ADA compliance
- Improved accessibility experience for students, faculty, and visitors
- Significant increase in staff confidence when addressing accessibility needs
- Clear, defensible documentation to support audits and future development
Currie Management transformed our campus accessibility. The team didn’t just audit facilities—they trained our staff and left us with clear, actionable guidance. Students and faculty alike have noticed the difference.
— Director of Campus Operations



