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<Title>Join Former Accessibility Trailblazer Award Winner and UMBC Faculty Member Dr. Sarah Bass for an Accessibility Presentation</Title>
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    <div class="html-content"><ul><li>Topic: Accessibility Strategies for STEM courses</li><li>Date &amp; Time: <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/f886f0e1cf8491dfc92c1b257fdd8c00/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%3Fmode%3Dupcoming" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Tuesday, March 3, 2026</a> · 12 - 1 PM</li><li>Event Details:  This session will be hosted via Webex. <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/9d606b0657be26fc0ed5e5b9913c4ef5/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%2F151561%2F762bf%2F3dbe734d07a1b1e8ef9e5edf5f93aa55%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fumbc.webex.com%252Fweblink%252Fregister%252Fr0ccc43fe8617a29a42c84c10ff767fbd" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register for the event</a> or visit the <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/1f9a9e28ca2cc4400a7ba48800b60c74/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%2F151561%2F762bf%2Fcf7aae6f7b19c1aaa45a24c071f42eca%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%252Fgroups%252Finstructional-technology%252Fevents%252F151561%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">myUMBC Event post</a> and select "Join Online" to register.</li></ul><div><p>STEM courses often include complex content—equations, graphs, data tables—that can create significant accessibility barriers for students with disabilities. This session provides STEM faculty with a clear, practical overview of how to make STEM materials accessible. The session will focus on common accessibility challenges in STEM and highlight fixes that faculty can implement without advanced technical skills. </p><p>By the end of this session, participants will be able to:</p><ol><li><p>Identify common accessibility barriers in STEM course materials (e.g., math notation, graphs, tables, and PDFs) and explain why these create challenges for students using assistive technologies.</p></li><li><p>Describe practical strategies and tools for improving accessibility in STEM content, including approaches for math equations, visual data, and structured documents that align with WCAG 2.1 AA standards.</p></li><li><p>Apply a prioritized approach to remediation by recognizing which fixes are easiest for faculty to implement themselves and where to seek additional support for more complex issues.</p></li></ol><p>The virtual format will be primarily presentational, with brief discussion pauses to address questions and share experiences. Participants will leave with actionable strategies, recommended tools, and resources to begin improving accessibility in their STEM courses. The session will be recorded.</p><p>Open to all UMBC and USM faculty, staff, and students. No prior accessibility experience needed.</p><p>Presenter: <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/5d7269f986688d336c0d10afbf553b6b/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%2F151561%2F762bf%2F47c1f7ab65c566bbc9e5551ab8bf820d%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fchemistry.umbc.edu%252Fsarah-bass%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Dr. Sarah Bass</a>, Associate Teaching Professor of Introductory, Analytical and Instrumental Chemistry, University of Maryland, Baltimore County. Dr. Bass is a dedicated faculty champion for accessibility, promoting inclusive teaching practices to create a more supportive educational environment for every learner.</p><p>Helpful STEM Links to Review:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/abf863de8e6516f9890e71d3e561dba6/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%2F151561%2F762bf%2F6a5e8dc67972bd684658f7a9d989e41a%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fusmd.us8.list-manage.com%252Ftrack%252Fclick%253Fu%253D4ce992e3f6db63c7af9c28afd%2526id%253De291b3c1a3%2526e%253D33546f8102" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">UMBC's STEM Resources</a></p></li><li><p>CAST's <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/68643f13379de83c88ff6f5f478f8d6d/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%2F151561%2F762bf%2Ff14c18af208d9bd74003842f0ce180d3%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fusmd.us8.list-manage.com%252Ftrack%252Fclick%253Fu%253D4ce992e3f6db63c7af9c28afd%2526id%253D51194383fd%2526e%253D33546f8102" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Creating Accessible STEM Materials</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/3e6083245e54369f5d69bfec46f97a95/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%2F151561%2F762bf%2F07395e11ed41f87c02972e54b77e289b%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fusmd.us8.list-manage.com%252Ftrack%252Fclick%253Fu%253D4ce992e3f6db63c7af9c28afd%2526id%253De99c2666c9%2526e%253D33546f8102" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Accessibility in Math chapter</a> (Digital Accessibility Handbook)</p></li><li><p>The A11Y Collective's <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/9c6a1d283e8d6ce9f19474a6ba2608c6/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%2F151561%2F762bf%2F4f1df035684686cf36aa817ced99a1e7%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fusmd.us8.list-manage.com%252Ftrack%252Fclick%253Fu%253D4ce992e3f6db63c7af9c28afd%2526id%253D06c534459e%2526e%253D33546f8102" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Ultimate Checklist for Accessible Data Visualisations</a></p></li><li><p>Continual Engine's <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/9c981c7c0a3653f35d4986c65a73eec4/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%2F151561%2F762bf%2F626c4626c73524e5083fd1b4fbb2f21f%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fusmd.us8.list-manage.com%252Ftrack%252Fclick%253Fu%253D4ce992e3f6db63c7af9c28afd%2526id%253D20cb0d22b5%2526e%253D33546f8102" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">How to Make STEM Content Accessible for Students with Visual Impairments</a></p></li><li><p>Section508's <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/cff271639053a56cf02953fc6780e546/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%2F151561%2F762bf%2F0ef0ab5c3228a9c0ead455e04833ba9b%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fusmd.us8.list-manage.com%252Ftrack%252Fclick%253Fu%253D4ce992e3f6db63c7af9c28afd%2526id%253Df20a536ee9%2526e%253D33546f8102" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Accessible Equations and Formulas</a></p></li></ul><p>Brought to you by:</p><p>This session was initially presented as part of the USM Kirwan Center Spring Cleaning 2026 series.</p><ul><li>USM Kirwan Center for Academic Innovation (KCAI) </li><li>Council for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning (CATL) </li><li>USM Digital Accessibility Work Group (DAWG) </li><li>USM Campus Centers for Teaching and Learning</li></ul><div><strong>To view the original myUMBC post, click the link below:</strong><br><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/instructional-technology/events/151561" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/instructional-technology/events/151561</a></div></div></div>
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<Summary>Topic: Accessibility Strategies for STEM courses  Date &amp; Time: Tuesday, March 3, 2026 · 12 - 1 PM  Event Details:  This session will be hosted via Webex. Register for the event or visit...</Summary>
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    <div class="html-content"><div>Looking for a productive (and stress-free) January activity? Join SDS for open office hours in January!</div><p>Faculty are invited to meet one-on-one with SDS staff members Tori Jakpa and Michael Canale for hands-on support to help move your Ally score from red to green. Sessions are practical, supportive, and designed to leave you feeling accomplished.</p><p>We're also happy to answer questions about:</p><ul><li><p>Accommodations</p></li><li><p>Working with students with disabilities</p></li><li><p>General digital accessibility concerns</p></li></ul><p>Webex Details: </p><ul><li>Dates: January 6–27</li><li>Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (daily)</li></ul><p>Please use this <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/155386/2b2b6/5f66262f595824cb12a456cc0a009f13/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fcalendly.com%2Fcanale-umbc%2F30min" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">link</a> to schedule a session.</p>Join Webex meeting<br>ID: 28618339037<br>Password: f8pPpfQRH22<br>Access code: 2861 833 9037<br><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/155386/2b2b6/3472c2827de4070ed81cf2170e62a9f3/web/link?link=mailto%3A28618339037%40umbc.webex.com" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">28618339037@umbc.webex.com</a><div><br><p>Additional Support:<br>We also encourage you to follow <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/155386/2b2b6/c17614b3f89e171252b11b094f81e304/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fsites" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Sites@UMBC</a> for drop-in clinics on accessibility for sites, and <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/155386/2b2b6/ea5f5656669f01973520595cdfc3f209/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Instructional Technology</a> for digital accessibility workshops happening throughout the semester.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>To view the original post click this link:</strong></p><p> <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/155386" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/155386</a></p></div></div>
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<Title>A Commitment to Inclusion: UMBC&#8217;s Digital Accessibility Initiative</Title>
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<Summary>Dear UMBC Community,  As we continue to rely on digital platforms for teaching, learning, and administrative functions, digital accessibility has been a core component of that commitment. UMBC has...</Summary>
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    Contact for information or assistance: slazar@umbc.edu
    Text reads: “Discover accessible pathways to classes and locations at UMBC! Everyone is invited to join us!”' style="max-width: 100%; height: auto;"></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><span>Navigating UMBC's campus-on-a-hill as a person with a disability brings out overt and sometimes more subtle features of its accessible design.  Join us to learn more (which can extend to being an effective Accessibility Ally!) and discuss: </span></div><div><div><br></div><div>What are the features? <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/sunflower/posts/149962/43938/9df9c75fde23b0c666d25c98fdaa4bc2/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Faccessibility%2Fevents%2F141078%2F762bf%2Fd7e0e3099da22b5ccb8b84e6ec0c68b9%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Faccessibility.umbc.edu%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">We</a> <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/sunflower/posts/149962/43938/f7ae9362fa4448dfcc2ea1f0809788d6/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Faccessibility%2Fevents%2F141078%2F762bf%2Fd717ff310f3502e2860457fdce36dbe0%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fsds.umbc.edu%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">have</a><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/sunflower/posts/149962/43938/ded47c26822cecca001d4f1e562ce85b/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Faccessibility%2Fevents%2F141078%2F762bf%2Fa4496dee9fb82fd8afcb37776ffe53d9%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fumbc.edu%252Fwp-content%252Fuploads%252F2023%252F08%252F2023-ACCESSIBLE-ROUTES-MAP.pdf" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"> many</a>, including a Skywalk and several upgrades (lecture halls and elevators) and more on the way.</div><div><br></div><div>What are the bugs?  Learn more about how work with situations, whether it's contacting <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/sunflower/posts/149962/43938/cc84ca38e38e04250481adc286747509/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Faccessibility%2Fevents%2F141078%2F762bf%2Fc03d29e3771da08b49310fe95ca4e30b%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Ffm.umbc.edu%252Fwork-request%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Work Control for a repair</a> (410-455-2550), <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/sunflower/posts/149962/43938/37e6452a936b3f9def4123c529c3f307/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Faccessibility%2Fevents%2F141078%2F762bf%2F4becd9cc8f5a03e338e243e0d295e3d3%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Faccessibility.umbc.edu%252Freport-campus-accessibility-concern%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">reporting an accessibility concern</a>, or working with campus partners, such as Facilities Management  and <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/sunflower/posts/149962/43938/b2b0fd10df0c9445e38e29cc81558fc9/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Faccessibility%2Fevents%2F141078%2F762bf%2F94a703d21bf7c4c1fbe2dd241419f371%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Faccessibility.umbc.edu%252Fdigital-content-accessibility%252Fwebsite-accessibility-at-umbc%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">DoIT</a> to support inclusion.  Accessibility is everyone's responsibility.</div><div><br></div><div><strong><em>We will gather in the ADS Conference Room </em></strong>- learn the skywalk and tunnel connections within the Academic Core, review Adaptive Computing within the Library, and visit the reception area of Retriever Integrated Health - which supports both physical and mental health.  The tour is limited to a small group, and please know that mask use is VERY WELCOME.</div><div><br></div><div><div><em><strong>This event is open for full participation by all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected category under applicable federal law, state law, and the University's <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/sunflower/posts/149962/43938/8df2c7fdcffac24b4ce0484117106e98/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Faccessibility%2Fevents%2F141078%2F762bf%2Fb9f8d6c69870f209e1c66e015beec645%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fecr.umbc.edu%252Fdiscrimination-policy%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">nondiscrimination policy</a>.</strong></em></div><div><em><br></em></div><div><div><div><p><em>UMBC is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive environment for all.  To request accommodation(s) or to inquire about event accessibility, please contact us via <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/sunflower/posts/149962/43938/202c2b7f94a6ac1a074233beb0bd4f3f/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Faccessibility%2Fevents%2F141078%2F762bf%2F062e83c0f41a115a71d5959829c4d92b%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dmailto%253Aslazar%2540umbc.edu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">slazar@umbc.edu</a> May 14 Accessibility Tour in the subject line.</em></p></div></div></div></div><div><br></div><div>Can't make the day or time? More tours are planned.  Have a (small) group? Email us to set up a day and time that works for the occasion.  </div><div><br></div></div></div></div></div>
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