Description:Â 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… Continue reading September 2026 | Three-Step PDF Accessibility for Faculty
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… Continue reading Canva vs PowerPoint Design
Hosted by: CSUN's Division of Information Technology Make your workday easier with practical digital tools designed for campus collaboration. In this session, you’ll learn how to streamline daily workflows, organize department projects, collaborate seamlessly with colleagues, and get more out of Microsoft 365. Discover time-saving shortcuts, sync your favorite office apps across devices, and learn… Continue reading Staff Microsoft 365 Training
Description: CSUN transitioned from the Ally accessibility tool by Anthology to a new solution from Cidi Labs, integrated directly into Canvas. This upgrade aims to enhance the accessibility experience for both instructors and students by providing new features while maintaining familiar ones. What’s Staying the Same? Cidi Labs brings forward all the essential tools that… Continue reading Enhanced Accessibility Tools in Canvas
Description: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has been updated with new requirements for course materials. These changes take effect April 26, 2027. This workshop for staff in academic departments will help you help your faculty prepare. We’ll cover: Summary of the ADA changes S.M.A.R.T. accessibility goals for faculty How do you even know if a… Continue reading Accessibility for Academic Support Staff
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… Continue reading October | Web Accessibility Platform: PopeTech
Hosted by: CSUN's Division of Information Technology Discover how Microsoft Copilot can simplify your daily administrative tasks. This introductory workshop covers the fundamental building blocks of using Copilot through your… Continue reading Staff Microsoft CoPilot Training
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… Continue reading October 2026 | Three-Step PDF Accessibility for Faculty
Hosted by: CSUN's Division of Information Technology Ready to move past basic prompting and turn ChatGPT into your personal department assistant? This hands-on workshop introduces CSUN staff to the power… Continue reading Staff AI Beyond the Basics: Building Workspaces & Custom Assistants with ChatGPT
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. Learning Objectives Identify the principles of accessibility and universal design Explain key features that contribute to accessibility in Microsoft Word documents… Continue reading Word Accessibility
Description: Social media platforms serve as powerful tools for outreach, engagement, and professional networking. However, without accessible practices, these platforms can exclude individuals with disabilities. This session will highlight the… Continue reading Social Media Accessibility
Hosted by: CSUN's Division of Information Technology Create polished, professional materials with Adobe Express. This workshop introduces staff to an accessible design tool for creating flyers, graphics, presentations, handouts, social-style visuals, and other campus communication materials. Participants will explore templates, layouts, branding-friendly design practices, and quick features that can help create clear and engaging materials… Continue reading Staff Adobe Express Training
Description: This training demonstrates how to effectively use Microsoft PowerPoint to enhance presentations with visual interest while maintaining accessibility. Participants will learn how to avoid common accessibility barriers, utilize structural… Continue reading PowerPoint Accessibility
Description: An important component of designing and building a course is ensuring that instructional materials are accessible to students with disabilities. In this workshop, we will demonstrate several things instructors… Continue reading Accessible Instructional Materials Webinar