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SUMMARY:Flyers & Infographics Accessibility
DESCRIPTION:Description: This session introduces best practices for designing accessible flyers and infographics. Participants will explore the importance of accessibility in visual communication and understand how to develop content that is inclusive and usable for all audiences. The session will also cover practical strategies for ensuring accessibility in both emails and infographics. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nExplain the importance of accessibility in flyer and infographic design\nIdentify key accessibility considerations when creating visual content\nApply best practices to design inclusive and accessible flyers and infographics\n\nRecommended Attendees:  Graphic Designers\, Marketing Specialist\, Staff\, IT Specialist\, Web Developers\, Web Content Creators\, Instructional Support\, and Admin Support. \nLocation: Virtual event \n\nThese trainings are only available to CSUN employees. You are required to login with your CSUN credentials in order to access Microsoft Bookings form). If you encounter any issues while completing the training registration form\, please contact udc@csun.edu. \nTo register via Microsoft Bookings\, go to the date of the workshop and select the time in the Bookings calendar\, fill in your information\, then scroll down to select the red Book button. \nRegister for this event\n\nNote: The accessibility training is for CSUN faculty\, staff\, student employees\, and alumni. \nAccommodations: If you require accommodations\, please contact udc@csun.edu. \nPlease note that a minimum of 20 attendees is required for UDC to conduct the training event.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/flyers-infographics-accessibility-2/
CATEGORIES:Accessibility & Universal Design,Human Resources,Information Technology,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Universal Design Center":MAILTO:udc@csun.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T113000
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SUMMARY:Canva vs PowerPoint Design
DESCRIPTION:Description: This session explores the differences between Canva and Microsoft PowerPoint in creating accessible flyers and infographics. Attendees will gain insight into how each platform supports accessibility features and design workflows. It is recommended that participants complete the introductory session\, Flyers & Infographics Accessibility\, beforehand to build foundational knowledge of best practices for designing accessible visual content. \nLearning Objectives \n\nUnderstand the importance of designing accessible flyers and infographics\nAssess documents for accessibility barriers and identify inaccessible elements\nCompare and explain key accessibility features available in Canva and Microsoft PowerPoint\n\nRecommended Attendees: Graphic Designers\, Marketing Specialist\, Staff\, IT Specialist\, Web Developers\, Web Content Creators\, Instructional Support\, and Admin Support. \nLocation: Virtual event \n\nThese trainings are only available to CSUN employees. You are required to login with your CSUN credentials in order to access Microsoft Bookings form). If you encounter any issues while completing the training registration form\, please contact udc@csun.edu. \nTo register via Microsoft Bookings\, go to the date of the workshop and select the time in the Bookings calendar\, fill in your information\, then scroll down to select the red Book button. \nRegister for this event\n\nNote: The accessibility training is for CSUN faculty\, staff\, student employees\, and alumni. \nAccommodations: ASL interpreter available. If you require other accommodations\, please contact udc@csun.edu. \nPlease note that a minimum of 20 attendees is required for UDC to conduct the training event.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/canva-vs-powerpoint-design-2/
CATEGORIES:Accessibility & Universal Design,Human Resources,Information Technology,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Universal Design Center":MAILTO:udc@csun.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260317T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260317T144500
DTSTAMP:20260622T030417
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SUMMARY:March | Web Accessibility Platform: PopeTech
DESCRIPTION:Description:  CSUN has a new platform for web accessibility\, powered by the WAVE browser tool. This workshop will walk you through the PopeTech platform starting with your dashboard report. We’ll cover how to read PopeTech’s reports\, identify action items\, and use the new platform to prioritize and plan accessibility tasks. PopeTech includes support for manual testing to catch issues the computer can’t\, and we’ll walk through those platform features too. Learn more about Web Accessibility Platform: PopeTech \nLearning Objectives: \n\nFamiliarity with the new web accessibility platform and its reports.\nIdentify the next accessibility priority or action item for your website based on the report.\nLearn how to use the platform to support accessibility review beyond automated scans.\nKnow where to get support with the platform\, including where to find the monthly focus topics.\n\nRecommended Attendees: Staff\, Web Developers\, Information Technology Specialist\,  Web Content Creators\, \, Marketing Specialists\, Business Analysts\, Admin Support\, Graphic Designers. \nLocation: Virtual event \n\nThese trainings are only available to CSUN employees. You are required to login with your CSUN credentials in order to access Microsoft Bookings form). If you encounter any issues while completing the training registration form\, please contact udc@csun.edu. \nTo register via Microsoft Bookings\, go to the date of the workshop and select the time in the Bookings calendar\, fill in your information\, then scroll down to select the red Book button. \nRegister for this event\n\nNote: The accessibility training is for CSUN faculty\, staff\, student employees\, and alumni. \nAccommodations: If you require accommodations\, please contact udc@csun.edu. \nPlease note that a minimum of 10 attendees is required for UDC to conduct the training event.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/web-accessibility-platform-popetech/
CATEGORIES:Accessibility & Universal Design,Human Resources,Information Technology,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Universal Design Center":MAILTO:udc@csun.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260318T150000
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SUMMARY:Accessibility for Academic Support Staff
DESCRIPTION:Description: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has been updated with new requirements for course materials. These changes take effect April 24\, 2026. \nThis workshop for staff in academic departments will help you help your faculty prepare. We’ll cover: \n\nSummary of the ADA changes\nS.M.A.R.T. accessibility goals for faculty\nHow do you even know if a course file needs attention?\nUniversity support and resources for faculty\nCidi Labs in Canvas\nAnd more tools\nUniversal Design Center (UDC) and Academic Technology\nTraining workshops\nConsultations\nAdditional support\nWith time for questions\n\nNote: This workshop will not cover how to fix course materials. UDC’s semester training series for all faculty\, staff\, and student employees presents the “how-to” for various popular content creation tools. \nUDC also offers custom department workshops! To arrange a workshop for your department\, email UDC. \nLocation: Virtual event \n\nThese trainings are only available to CSUN employees. You are required to login with your CSUN credentials in order to access Microsoft Bookings form). If you encounter any issues while completing the training registration form\, please contact udc@csun.edu. \nTo register via Microsoft Bookings\, go to the date of the workshop and select the time in the Bookings calendar\, fill in your information\, then scroll down to select the red Book button. \nRegister for this event\n\nNote: The accessibility training is for CSUN faculty\, staff\, student employees\, and alumni. \nAccommodations: If you require accommodations\, please contact udc@csun.edu.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/accessibility-for-academic-support-staff-6/
CATEGORIES:Accessibility & Universal Design,Human Resources,Information Technology,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Universal Design Center":MAILTO:udc@csun.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T100000
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SUMMARY:Screen Readers & Accessibility Testing Tools
DESCRIPTION:Description: In this training\, attendees will learn about accessibility testing tools and methods to ensure websites meet web accessibility requirements and standards. Also\, an introduction to text to speech or screen reader technology and how screen readers are essential to allow users who are blind or visually impaired to access information. \nLearning Objectives: \n \n\nLearn about testing tools and software\nReceive a tutorial on common testing applications and programs\nLearn how to apply test results to your webpage and find more resources to fix.\nA brief overview of automated testing tools\nUnderstand what a screen reader is and who uses it.\nComprehend how accessibility is essential to ensure screen reader users have access to information.\n\nRecommended Attendees: Web Developers\, Information Technology Specialist\,  Web Content Creators\, Instructional Designers\, Instructional Support\, Business Analyst\, Staff\, Faculty\, Executives\, Financial Personnel\, Marketing Specialist\, Admin Support\, and Graphic Designers. \nLocation: Virtual event \n\nThese trainings are only available to CSUN employees. You are required to login with your CSUN credentials in order to access Microsoft Bookings form). If you encounter any issues while completing the training registration form\, please contact udc@csun.edu. \nTo register via Microsoft Bookings\, go to the date of the workshop and select the time in the Bookings calendar\, fill in your information\, then scroll down to select the red Book button. \nRegister for this event\n\nNote: The accessibility training is for CSUN faculty\, staff\, student employees\, and alumni. \nAccommodations: If you require accommodations\, please contact udc@csun.edu. \nPlease note that a minimum of 10 attendees is required for UDC to conduct the training event.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/screen-readers-accessibility-testing-tools-2/
CATEGORIES:Accessibility & Universal Design,Human Resources,Information Technology,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Universal Design Center":MAILTO:udc@csun.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T120000
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SUMMARY:Word Accessibility
DESCRIPTION:Description: This training will cover the fundamentals of creating accessible documents using Microsoft Word. Participants will learn how to apply key structural elements to ensure their documents are inclusive and accessible to all users. \nLearning Objectives \n\nIdentify the principles of accessibility and universal design\nExplain key features that contribute to accessibility in Microsoft Word documents\nEvaluate Word documents to detect and address common accessibility issues\n\nRecommended Attendees: Staff\, Faculty\, IT Specialist\, Web Developers\, Web Content Creators\, Graphic Designers\, Instructional Support\, Business Analysis\, Financial Personnel\, Marketing Specialist\, and Admin Support. \nLocation: Virtual event \n\nThese trainings are only available to CSUN employees. You are required to login with your CSUN credentials in order to access Microsoft Bookings form). If you encounter any issues while completing the training registration form\, please contact udc@csun.edu. \nTo register via Microsoft Bookings\, go to the date of the workshop and select the time in the Bookings calendar\, fill in your information\, then scroll down to select the red Book button. \nRegister for this event\n\nNote: The accessibility training is for CSUN faculty\, staff\, student employees\, and alumni. \nAccommodations: ASL interpreter available. If you require other accommodations\, please contact udc@csun.edu. \nPlease note that a minimum of 20 attendees is required for UDC to conduct the training event.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/word-accessibility-2/
CATEGORIES:Accessibility & Universal Design,Human Resources,Information Technology,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Universal Design Center":MAILTO:udc@csun.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260326T143000
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SUMMARY:March | Three-Step PDF Accessibility for Faculty
DESCRIPTION:Description:  CSUN has a new pair of software tools that will improve the accessibility of many PDFs: the CSU PDF Accessibility Remediation tool and the Canvas Course Accessibility Report. This workshop will walk you through a three-step approach using these tools plus your subject matter expertise to rapidly make your course materials more accessible. We’ll start with a quick introduction to accessibility for PDFs\, make sure you are comfortable using both tools\, and demonstrate the important role you play (step 2). We’ll conclude by reviewing campus resources for additional support with PDFs. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand what makes a PDF “accessible” and how to check.\nLearn how to use the two key software tools.\nFamiliarity with the limitations of this method and where expert human review and adjustments may be needed.\nKnow where to get support with the two tools and with PDFs that need additional work.\n\nRecommended Attendees: Faculty\, Academic Support Staff. \nLocation: Virtual event \n\nThese trainings are only available to CSUN employees. You are required to login with your CSUN credentials in order to access Microsoft Bookings form). If you encounter any issues while completing the training registration form\, please contact udc@csun.edu. \nTo register via Microsoft Bookings\, go to the date of the workshop and select the time in the Bookings calendar\, fill in your information\, then scroll down to select the red Book button. \nRegister for this event\n\nNote: The accessibility training is for CSUN faculty\, staff\, student employees\, and alumni. \nAccommodations: ASL interpreter available. If you require other accommodations\, please contact udc@csun.edu. \nPlease note that a minimum of 5 attendees is required for UDC to conduct the training event.
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/three-step-pdf-accessibility-for-faculty/
CATEGORIES:Accessibility & Universal Design,Human Resources,Information Technology,Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Universal Design Center":MAILTO:udc@csun.edu
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