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This centralized hub serves as a bridge to connect all valuable campus resources, updates, and announcements related to accessibility, ensuring that students, faculty, and staff have easy access to the tools and information they need to create an environment where everyone can thrive. Read more about our commitment and collaboration.

Looking for something specific? Jump to helpful links for Students, Faculty, Staff, or Visitors. 

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Steps You Can Take to Support Accessibility at ����ԭ��

Accessibility is a shared responsibility. Here are some ways you can contribute:

• Design Accessible Documents and Course Materials

  Use accessible fonts, headings, and alt text for images.

• Ensure Website and Digital Content Accessibility

  Follow when creating or updating digital content. 

• Advocate for Campus Accessibility Improvements

  Report physical and digital barriers to the Office of Disability Services.

• Visit WSO's Resource Library

  ����ԭ�� Online’s Resource Library offers quick guides and resources for faculty, as well as recorded training sessions to take a deeper dive into accessibility topics. New content on accessibility, course design, and audio/visual best practices are added regularly.

• Use Assistive Technology

  Encourage the use of university-supported assistive technologies for students and staff.

• Provide Feedback

  Report accessibility concerns via the university's Disability Discrimination Complaint Procedure.

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Accommodations and Support

The Office of Disability Services (ODS) ensures accessibility and equal opportunity for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. ODS provides support and accommodations in accordance with legal requirements and best practices.

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Campus Access

Physical Accessibility

• ����ԭ��’s underground tunnel system provides accessible pathways across campus, ensuring safe and easy movement, especially during adverse weather conditions. Campus Maps
• Information on building accessibility, including automatic doors, elevators, and accessible restrooms.

Parking and Transportation

• Disability Parking Permits
• Transportation
   

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Digital Accessibility

Policies and Standards

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 prohibit discrimination based on disability in programs and activities by public universities receiving financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education. ����ԭ�� (“����ԭ��”) is committed to ensuring that communication with university constituents with disabilities, including students, prospective students, employees, guests and visitors, with hearing, visual, and manual impairments, or who otherwise require the use of assistive technology to access information, is as effective as communication with those without disabilities.

����ԭ�� follows federal and state guidelines for digital accessibility to ensure an inclusive digital experience. We adhere to , and other best practices.

• Accessibility-Related Policies and Statements
• Web Accessibility

Related Links

• ����ԭ�� Online
• Center for Faculty Excellence
• CaTS Pilot Help for Faculty
• Web Accessibility
   

Accessibility Testing Tools

To maintain accessibility, ����ԭ�� provides tools to evaluate digital content, including automated accessibility checkers and manual testing resources.

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Reporting Accessibility Issues

We encourage students, faculty, staff, and visitors to report accessibility barriers. ����ԭ�� is committed to addressing accessibility concerns promptly to ensure an inclusive experience for all. 

Procedure

• Disability Discrimination Complaint Procedure
• Informal Procedure
• Formal Procedure
• Alternative Complaint Filing Options
• Office of Disability Services (ODS)

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News

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Contact Information

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