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UID:3582-1765360800-1765364400@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Creating Accessible Emails with Microsoft Outlook and Mailchimp – Signatures\, Layout\, Lists\, Styles\, and Structure
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, we will explore the critical elements of creating accessible email communications in both Microsoft Outlook and Mailchimp. We will demonstrate how to properly structure emails using semantic headings\, accessible lists\, and logical reading order to ensure your messages are navigable for all users. Participants will learn to evaluate and remediate common accessibility barriers in email signatures\, including adding meaningful alt text to signature images\, avoiding images of text for contact information\, and ensuring proper color contrast ratios. We will address practical challenges like managing email threads containing inaccessible content\, providing feedback to senders about accessibility issues\, and establishing best practices for font selection\, color usage\, and layout design. Moving into Mailchimp\, we will dive into the platform’s accessibility features and tools\, demonstrating how to create inclusive email campaigns that maintain accessibility at scale\, from template selection through testing and deployment. This hands-on session will equip you with immediately applicable techniques for both daily email correspondence and large-scale email marketing initiatives. Join Rachel Reeves and Michael Vitagliano as they demonstrate essential techniques for creating accessible emails in Outlook and Mailchimp that reach and engage all users. \nEvent information and Zoom link\nImportant: This training is not available for later viewing
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/creating-accessible-emails-with-microsoft-outlook-and-mailchimp-signatures-layout-lists-styles-and-structure/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195300
CREATED:20251202T170216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T180404Z
UID:3667-1765360800-1765364400@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Creating Accessible Digital Content and Presentations (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar builds on the information provided in Creating Accessible Documents – The Basics (November 19\, 2025). It will present principles for creating accessible digital content in presentations. It will also cover the best practices for using video and audio in presentations. \nEvent information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/creating-accessible-digital-content-and-presentations-part2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195300
CREATED:20251117T184322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T180250Z
UID:3653-1765450800-1765454400@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Designing Accessible Learning with AI Inside and Outside the LMS
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will explore how instructional designers\, faculty\, and course builders can harness AI—both embedded within learning management systems (LMS) and through external AI tools—to create inclusive\, equitable\, and accessible learning experiences for all students. \nEvent information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/designing-accessible-learning-with-ai-inside-and-outside-the-lms/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195300
CREATED:20251201T183128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T180502Z
UID:3665-1765450800-1765454400@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:2025 U.S. Digital Accessibility Legal Update with Lainey Feingold
DESCRIPTION:3Play’s annual digital accessibility legal update with Lainey Feingold will offer an up-to-date overview of what is happening in the digital accessibility legal space in the United States as 2025 draws to a close. \nEvent information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/2025-u-s-digital-accessibility-legal-update-with-lainey-feingold/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260107T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195300
CREATED:20251215T165011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T165144Z
UID:3767-1767780000-1767783600@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Creating Accessible Online Content (Social Media)
DESCRIPTION:We will share tips for making social media posts accessible to everyone. We will also talk about the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). \nMore than 70% of Americans use social media to get news and information\, stay connected with friends\, or for fun. This webinar will present best practices for creating accessible content for social media posts\, images\, and videos. \nEvent information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/creating-accessible-online-content-social-media/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260108T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195300
CREATED:20251211T204303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T190410Z
UID:3757-1767859200-1767862800@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Introduction to the Screen Reader Ropes Course
DESCRIPTION:Demystifying Screen Reader Use for Manual Testing: Deneb Pulsipher and Kosi Asabere\nAccessibility professionals all know screen reader testing is important\, but the barrier to entry is fairly high: before you can test with a screen reader\, you have to know how to use a screen reader. Wrapping your mind around all those keystrokes and what they do can be difficult. In this webinar we’ll break it down for you\, and show you how to use the free screen reader of your choice to go through our Screen Reader Ropes Course\, which\, by the way\, you should return to again and again to practice. \nEvent information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/introduction-to-the-screen-reader-ropes-course/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195300
CREATED:20260106T190101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T171541Z
UID:3777-1768467600-1768473000@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Web Accessibility Open Lab January 2026 | WSU Web Communication
DESCRIPTION:A once-a-month Open Lab focusing on Web Accessibility by WSU Web Communication. All are welcome to attend.\nBring your web accessibility questions\, problems\, or glitches\, and share what you’ve been working on. Feel free to listen in. \nEvent information and zoom link
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/web-accessibility-open-lab-january-2026-web-communication/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260115T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195301
CREATED:20260106T185821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T190159Z
UID:3775-1768474800-1768480200@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Building Better Documents - Usable to All
DESCRIPTION:This session walks through how to design\, test\, and remediate digital documents so they’re usable with assistive technology and aligned with the new ADA Title II technical standard\, WCAG 2.1 AA. We’ll cover accessibility basics in Word\, PowerPoint\, and Canva (headings\, styles\, color contrast\, typography\, alt text\, links\, tables\, reading order)\, how to export and repair tagged PDFs in Acrobat\, and what to do about scanned documents and forms. We’ll end by unpacking the WCAG 2.1 AA compliance deadlines\, key exceptions\, and what they really mean for your existing files so you know exactly where to start cleaning up your digital document library. \nEvent information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/building-better-documents-usable-to-all/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T080000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195301
CREATED:20260108T172206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T172303Z
UID:3788-1768978800-1768982400@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Designing Accessible PowerPoint Presentations
DESCRIPTION:This session explores key accessibility practices such as reading order\, alternative text\, and slide structure to ensure every person can engage with your visual content. Participants will learn to identify accessibility tools in Microsoft PowerPoint and how to use them. \nEvent information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/designing-accessible-powerpoint-presentations/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195301
CREATED:20260206T051541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T052401Z
UID:3878-1770888600-1770894000@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Web Accessibility Open Lab February 2026 | WSU Web Communication
DESCRIPTION:A once-a-month Open Lab focusing on Web Accessibility by WSU Web Communication. All are welcome to attend.\nBring your web accessibility questions\, problems\, or glitches\, and share what you’ve been working on. Feel free to listen in. \nEvent information and zoom link
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/web-accessibility-open-lab-february-2026-wsu-web-communication/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195301
CREATED:20260206T045616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T045616Z
UID:3870-1771315200-1771318800@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Making Digital Documents Accessible: Practical Steps for Inclusive Design
DESCRIPTION:Samantha Merrett will walk you through how to create digital documents that are truly accessible\, sharing practical tips and hands-on guidance you can use right away. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of how to meet global accessibility requirements while making your documents easier for everyone to read\, navigate\, and use. \nEvent information and registration \n 
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/making-digital-documents-accessible-practical-steps-for-inclusive-design/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195301
CREATED:20260206T044800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T173105Z
UID:3868-1771912800-1772020800@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Accelerating Digital Accessibility | axe-con 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow developers\, designers\, business users\, and accessibility professionals of all experience levels as we rally to advance digital accessibility programs everywhere. You will learn the latest trends in tech\, global compliance\, and more as we focus on building\, testing\, and delivering accessible digital experiences. \nFree Registration \nRecommended Sessions\nAgenda \nTuesday\, February 24\n\nMore Practical Strategies for Accessible Design (Part Two) Tuesday\, February 24 at 10:00 am\n\nPart 1: Practical Strategies for Accessible Design from axe-con 2025\n\n\nProving Progress: The Metrics Behind Sustainable Accessibility Tuesday\, February 24 at 11:00 am\nIgniting the Spark: Building Accessibility Influence From the Bottom Up Tuesday\, February 24 at 11:00 am\nThe Myth of Neutral Design: How Accessibility Gets Lost in Objective Systems Tuesday\, February 24 at 12:00 pm\nShifting left: Building an Ecosystem to Scale Accessibility Tuesday\, February 24 at 12:00 pm\nThe Accessible Design Specialists Playbook Tuesday\, February 24 at 12:00 pm\n\nWednesday\, February 25\n\nHow to Convince People to Care and Invest in Accessibility Wednesday\, February 25 at 6:00 am\nBuilding a Stronger\, More Innovative Accessibility Community Wednesday\, February 25 at 7:00 am\nBetter Together: UX and Accessibility in Action Wednesday\, February 25 at 9:00 am\nADA Title II: Panel Discussion Wednesday\, February 25 at 10:00 am\nThe Accessibility Impostors Game Show Wednesday\, February 25 at 10:00 am\nTesting web experiences with your keyboard Wednesday\, February 25 at 11:00 am\nNever Judge a PDF by Its Cover Layer Wednesday\, February 25 at 12:00 pm\nChanging the World Through Procurement Accessibility Wednesday\, February 25 at 12:00 pm\nCSAT as a Tool for Accessibility Insights: Lessons from Arizona State University Wednesday\, February 25 at 12:00 pm\n\n 
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/accelerating-digital-accessibility-axe-con-2026/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260303T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260303T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195301
CREATED:20260225T182748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T142246Z
UID:3928-1772524800-1772528400@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:10 tips for accessible publishing with Adobe InDesign
DESCRIPTION:This webinar invites participants to rethink their approach to design by viewing accessibility as an essential component of quality\, not an afterthought. \nClear writing\, consistent styling\, mindful layout choices: all this can make documents easier to navigate for everyone\, including users of assistive technologies. Beyond software techniques\, the webinar stresses the importance of planning: setting up logical hierarchies\, defining reading orders\, and embedding metadata that supports searchability and compliance. Rather than presenting accessibility as a technical constraint\, it frames it as a creative discipline that enhances clarity\, professionalism\, and reach. \nRegistration information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/10-tips-for-accessible-publishing-with-adobe-indesign/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260310T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260310T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195301
CREATED:20260224T144603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T001830Z
UID:3906-1773136800-1773140400@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:STEM Accessibility Basics - Part 1
DESCRIPTION:The first of a two-part series that provides an overview of best practices\, considerations\, and tools for generating accessible digital resources featuring math\, music\, and science content. The webinars will be recorded\, and videos will be shared on this event page. \nEvent information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/stem-accessibility-basics-part-1/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260311T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195301
CREATED:20260226T000000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T142128Z
UID:3938-1773226800-1773230400@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:How to Build an Audio Description Strategy That Actually Works
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, 3PlayMedia will dive deep into audio description requirements\, workflows\, and publishing options. They’ll break down the legal context\, practical implementation strategies\, and real-world considerations so you can make informed\, defensible decisions about your video accessibility program. \nEvent information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/how-to-build-an-audio-description-strategy-that-actually-works/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195301
CREATED:20260225T211222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T211326Z
UID:3930-1773307800-1773313200@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Web Accessibility Open Lab March 2026 | WSU Web Communication
DESCRIPTION:A once-a-month Open Lab focusing on Web Accessibility by WSU Web Communication. All are welcome to attend.\nBring your web accessibility questions\, problems\, or glitches\, and share what you’ve been working on. Feel free to listen in. \nEvent information and zoom link
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/web-accessibility-open-lab-march-2026-wsu-web-communication/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195301
CREATED:20260227T211552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T003901Z
UID:3942-1774335600-1774346400@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Creating Accessible Digital Content and Presentations (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:This webinar builds on the information provided in Creating Accessible Documents – The Basics (February 18\, 2026). It will present principles for creating accessible digital content in presentations. It will also cover the best practices for using video and audio in presentations. \nEvent information and registration \n 
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/creating-accessible-digital-content-and-presentations-part-2-mainecite/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195301
CREATED:20260224T144756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T001923Z
UID:3908-1774346400-1774350000@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:STEM Accessibility Basics - Part 2
DESCRIPTION:The second of a two-part series that provides an overview of best practices\, considerations\, and tools for generating accessible digital resources featuring math\, music\, and science content. The webinars will be recorded\, and videos will be shared on this event page. \nEvent information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/stem-accessibility-basics-part-2/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260327T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260327T050000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195301
CREATED:20260224T144100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T001532Z
UID:3904-1774585800-1774587600@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:InDesign styles\, unlock the accessibility potential
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, you will learn the essential style techniques for InDesign: paragraph styles\, character styles\, export tags\, and language settings. Discover why they matter\, when to use which styles\, avoid common mistakes\, and what to check before export. Styles aren’t just for formatting – they’re your accessibility superpower. \nEvent information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/indesign-styles-unlock-the-accessibility-potential/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260409T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260409T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195301
CREATED:20260403T030716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T030716Z
UID:3992-1775727000-1775732400@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Web Accessibility Open Lab April 2026 | WSU Web Communication
DESCRIPTION:A once-a-month open lab focused on web accessibility by WSU Web Communication. Bring your web accessibility questions and problems\, or listen to the conversation around web accessibility. \nEvent information
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/web-accessibility-open-lab-april-2026-wsu-web-communication/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260421T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260421T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195301
CREATED:20260402T195012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T195012Z
UID:3981-1776758400-1776762000@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Training Support Staff on Accessibility
DESCRIPTION:This session\, presented by Donata Stroink-Skillrud\, President of Termageddon\, will discuss drafting an internal Accessibility Support Policy\, including what the Policy should state and how to communicate it to your staff. Best practices on how to train your staff to provide accessible support will be shared. \nEvent information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/training-support-staff-on-accessibility/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260421T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195301
CREATED:20260402T194451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T194558Z
UID:3977-1776765600-1776769200@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Keep Calm and Make It Accessible: A Conversation about PDFs
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will focus on practical\, faculty‑friendly approaches to digital accessibility. We will emphasize thoughtful decision‑making strategies and realistic expectations for dealing with PDFs. We invite participants to contribute ideas for creating accessible content. \nEvent information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/keep-calm-and-make-it-accessible-a-conversation-about-pdfs/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195301
CREATED:20260402T194725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T195118Z
UID:3979-1778140800-1778144400@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Elevating the Web: An Adventure in Web Accessibility
DESCRIPTION:In this engaging presentation\, Nora L. Guy (CPACC) will take you on a storytelling adventure\, worthy of Charles Muntz\, through the world of digital accessibility. Using the characters and themes of Pixar’s Up to guide the audience\, Nora explains her “secret sauce” for helping ensure good UX: empathy-driven storytelling that helps stakeholders understand the very human need for accessibility. \nEvent information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/elevating-the-web-an-adventure-in-web-accessibility/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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