Jessica Machado, MA, CAGS, ADAC, NCSP
Director
Jessica Machado serves as the Director of the Goldman Center. She has over a decade of experience in disability access, working in a variety of higher education settings, including small and large public and private universities. Jessica has experience developing specialized support programs, including intensive supports for college students with autism. Prior to working in higher education, Jessica worked as a school psychologist in the K-12 school system. Jessica has completed certification requirements for ADA Coordinator Certification through the ADA Coordinator Training Certification Program (ADATCP) and Association of Title IX Administrators (ATIXA). Jessica is nationally certified as a school psychologist through the National Association of School Psychologists. She has completed her MA in Psychology and Certification of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) in School Psychology from George Mason University.
In her spare time, Jessica likes to spend time with her friends and family, including her dog, Sophie. Jessica loves to sing and enjoys live music. She is a self-proclaimed foodie and delighted to try all that New Orleans has to offer!
jmachado2@tulane.edu
Howard Tilton Memorial Library, Suite B25
504-862-8433
Sydney Cone, JD
Job Accommodations Specialist
Sydney Cone is the Job Accommodations Specialist and the interim ADA coordinator for Tulane University’s Office for Campus Accessibility. She works with faculty and staff to discuss, investigate, and secure reasonable job accommodations at work. Pursuant to the ADA, Sydney facilitates the interactive process to ensure that employees with disabilities can perform the essential functions of their jobs. Sydney received her B.A. from Haverford College and J.D. from Tulane University Law School. Prior to returning to Tulane, Sydney worked as an attorney in the labor and employment department of a law firm.
econe@tulane.edu
Howard Tilton Memorial Library, Suite B25E
504-247-1774
Samone Collins, CPACC
Digital Accessibility Coordinator
Samone Collins (She/Her) serves as the Office of Campus Accessibility's Digital Accessibility Coordinator. She has over eight years of front-end web development experience, demonstrating a deep commitment to building accessible and user-centered digital experiences and advocating for inclusivity within digital spaces.
Samone holds a CPACC (Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies) certification and is an active member of the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP). Throughout her career, Samone has been a steadfast advocate for digital accessibility, working to bridge the gap between promoting the leading-edge capabilities of technology and highlighting the importance of meeting the diverse needs of all users. She has worked with numerous Fortune 500 companies and government entities to enhance the usability of their digital platforms and ensure equitable access for all individuals, regardless of ability.
tcollins9@tulane.edu
Howard Tilton Memorial Library, Suite B25G
504-247-1751
