by Heather Mariger | May 31, 2024 | Accessibility, Blog, Featured Updates - Academic
The History It has been over 30 years since the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law. This critical piece of legislation changed the quality of life for millions of Americans by prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability. Title II...
by Heather Mariger | May 3, 2024 | Accessibility, Featured Updates - Academic, Technology Updates
Celebrate Chemeketa’s Achievements with Pizza and Swag! Thursday May 16th is Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). This celebration marks the 13th year of raising awareness and promoting the importance of Digital Accessibility across the world. Why the...
by Heather Mariger | Dec 20, 2023 | Accessibility, Technology Updates
Did you know that 19% of undergraduates report having a disability – and in Community Colleges, the percentage is closer to 22%! Digital materials have become an essential part of the higher education experience so we need to ensure that our materials and...
by Heather Mariger | May 23, 2023 | Accessibility, Featured, Featured Updates - Technology, Technology Updates
On Friday, May 19th the Justice Department and the Department of Education issued a joint Dear Colleague Letter on the online accessibility of colleges, universities, and other postsecondary institutions (pdf). The Letter is a reminder to colleges, universities, and...
by Heather Mariger | May 11, 2023 | Accessibility, Technology Updates
Thursday, May 18th, 2023 is Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). This international venture is celebrating its 12th year raising awareness and promoting the importance of digital accessibility. We rely on the internet and digital materials for everything...
