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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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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:20251211T110000
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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:20251113T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251113T120000
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UID:3580-1763031600-1763035200@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:In Their Own Words: How Students Use AI to Make Learning More Accessible
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a powerful and practical panel discussion featuring college students who are using AI tools to overcome barriers and enhance their own access to course materials as well as enhancing access for their peers. This webinar invites faculty\, librarians\, instructional designers\, and learning support staff to hear directly from students about the real-world ways they’re leveraging generative AI and other emerging technologies to navigate learning challenges\, adapt inaccessible content\, and advocate for others by developing AI tools that increase accessibility. \nEvent information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/in-their-own-words-how-students-use-ai-to-make-learning-more-accessible/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T210745
CREATED:20251001T182102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T185808Z
UID:3412-1760526000-1760529600@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Making AI Work for All: Enhancing Accessibility for Students in Higher Education
DESCRIPTION:As higher education institutions prepare for accessibility compliance as required by the Department of Justice’s rule updated regulations for Title II of the ADA\, higher education professionals face a critical opportunity—and responsibility—to ensure the accessibility of learning materials and strategies for all learners. \nEvent information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/making-ai-work-for-all-enhancing-accessibility-for-students-in-higher-education/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250618T100000
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CREATED:20250319T180047Z
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UID:2828-1750240800-1750244400@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:PDF Accessibility in Practice (NWHeat Session 6 of 6)
DESCRIPTION:Bring your own document (or use a sample) and apply accessible design\, validation\, and remediation best practices in real time! We’ll cover practical steps for converting accessible documents to PDFs and  likewise remediating inaccessible PDFs in situations where the original document is unavailable. There will be plenty of time for questions! \nEvent information and registration \nThis is one session of six from the NWHeat Document Accessibility Workshop Series.
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/pdf-accessibility-in-practice/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250605T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250605T110000
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CREATED:20250319T180141Z
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UID:2825-1749117600-1749121200@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Getting Started with PDF Accessibility (NWHeat Session 5 of 6)
DESCRIPTION:PDFs are widely used but often riddled with accessibility issues. This session will walk you through the essentials of creating and converting PDFs with accessibility in mind. Learn about tagging for screen readers\, using Optical Character Recognition (OCR) for scanned documents\, and the best ways to export accessible PDFs from Word\, Google Docs\, and other tools. \nEvent information and registration \nThis is one session of six from the NWHeat Document Accessibility Workshop Series.
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/getting-started-with-pdf-accessibility/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250515T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T210745
CREATED:20250319T180230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T185809Z
UID:2822-1747303200-1747306800@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Presentation Accessibility in Practice (NWHeat Session 4 of 6)
DESCRIPTION:Presentations should be visually appealing and accessible—but how do you balance both? This session will introduce accessibility principles for Google Slides and Microsoft PowerPoint\, including conscientious theme choices\, accessible slide structure\, appropriate use of color\, readable fonts\, and best practices for incorporating images\, charts\, and links. \nEvent information and registration \nThis is one session of six from the NWHeat Document Accessibility Workshop Series.
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/presentation-accessibility-in-practice/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T110000
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UID:2820-1746093600-1746097200@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Getting Started with Presentation Accessibility (NWHeat Session 3 of 6)
DESCRIPTION:Presentations should be visually appealing and accessible—but how do you balance both? This session will introduce accessibility principles for Google Slides and Microsoft PowerPoint\, including conscientious theme choices\, accessible slide structure\, appropriate use of color\, readable fonts\, and best practices for incorporating images\, charts\, and links. \nEvent information and registration \nThis is one session of six from the NWHeat Document Accessibility Workshop Series.
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/getting-started-with-presentation-accessibility/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T100000
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UID:2816-1744884000-1744887600@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Word Processing Accessibility in Practice (NWHeat Session 2 of 6)
DESCRIPTION:Bring your own document (or use a sample) and apply accessible design\, validation\, and remediation best practices in real time! We’ll cover practical steps for making your documents more readable\, navigable\, and inclusive using both built-in accessibility checkers and manual evaluation. \nEvent information and registration \nThis is one session of six from the NWHeat Document Accessibility Workshop Series.
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/word-processing-accessibility-in-practice/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250403T100000
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UID:2858-1743674400-1743678000@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Getting Started with Word Processing Accessibility (NWHeat Session 1 of 6)
DESCRIPTION:From syllabi to reports\, word-processing is a key part of everyday communication in higher education. This session will introduce core accessibility principles for Google Docs and Microsoft Word\, including proper heading structure\, alternative text\, and readable formatting. \nEvent information and registration \nThis is one session of six from the NWHeat Document Accessibility Workshop Series.
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/getting-started-with-word-processing-accessibility/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T210745
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UID:2630-1739271600-1739275200@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Collaboration Creates Capacity: Supporting Shared Pathways to Digital Accessibility Maturity
DESCRIPTION:There are key differences to consider in establishing digital accessibility support services and enforcement protocols for public-facing versus internal resources\, a shared framework and strategy across all units is necessary for scaling our institutional digital accessibility efforts. \nAt the end of this presentation\, learners will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the added complexities of designing\, procuring\, and remediating academic versus public-facing digital resources\nLeverage existing digital accessibility standards\, training materials\, support resources\, and third-party remediation tools\nFocus on partnering with other affected departments at their institutions to share the load and all associated resources\n\nEvent information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/collaboration-creates-capacity-supporting-shared-pathways-to-digital-accessibility-maturity/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241120T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241120T150000
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CREATED:20241017T164437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T185809Z
UID:2465-1732111200-1732114800@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:ADA Title II Regulations Exemptions and Questions
DESCRIPTION:Judy Risch\, J.D.\, Ph.D.\, brings over two decades of invaluable experience from her tenure at the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) in the U.S. Department of Education. Judy regularly advises and presents to educational institutions and business leaders throughout the country about how to effectively comply with federal civil rights laws\, especially those that relate to disability discrimination\, access\, and technology. \nEvent information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/judith-risch-grand-river-solutions/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241029T113000
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UID:2463-1730196000-1730201400@wsu.edu
SUMMARY:Updates to Federal Disability Rights Law in the Digital Space
DESCRIPTION:Join Mary Lou Mobley\, National Disability Expert in the Office for Civil Rights\, U.S. Department of Education\, to hear a discussion regarding the changing legal landscape in the field of technology accessibility to people with disabilities\, and hear some practical steps educational institutions and their vendors should take now\, and to prepare for the future.\nEvent information and registration
URL:https://wsu.edu/digital-accessibility/event/updates-to-federal-disability-rights-law-in-the-digital-space/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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