Accessibility & Section 508 

1. Clear Responsibility

• We have a published accessibility statement with contact info.

• A dedicated accessibility team makes sure we follow the rules and improve over time.

2. Buying Technology

• Accessibility is part of every purchase and contract.

• If a product isn’t perfect, we look for the “best option” and set up workarounds

3. Websites & Online Systems

• Images have alt text (descriptions for screen readers).

• Videos have captions and transcripts; important visuals include audio descriptions.

• Keyboard-friendly navigation (no mouse required).

• High contrast colors for text and backgrounds.

• Clear headings and labels so content is easy to follow.

• Forms have labels, error messages, and instructions.

• Content works on phones, tablets, and desktops.

4. Documents

• Use proper headings, lists, and tags so screen readers can follow.

• Add alt text to images and labels to tables.

• Save and check PDFs for accessibility before sharing.

5. Software & Mobile Apps

• Must work with assistive technologies like screen readers.

• Buttons, links, and controls are labeled and can be used without a mouse.

6. Campus Technology

• Kiosks, classroom tools, and other devices have accessible controls.

• Audio devices have volume control and headphone jacks.

• Displays are clear and readable.

7. Multimedia & Events

• Live events and classes include real-time captions.

• Videos include captions and descriptions.

• Media players are keyboard accessible.

8. Testing & Monitoring

• We check accessibility with automatic tools and manual testing.

• We track and fix issues before new tools or pages are launched.

9. Training

• Staff and faculty get training on making documents, web pages, and videos accessible.

• Quick guides and help sessions are available.