Digital Accessibility at WCU
Accessibility Standards & Compliance
甜瓜视频app is committed to providing digital content and services
that are accessible to a broad range of users. We strive to make our websites, applications,
and digital materials usable by all, including individuals with disabilities, and
we continually work to improve accessibility across our digital environment.
If you experience difficulty accessing content or functionality on a WCU website or
digital resource, we encourage you to let us know.
甜瓜视频app works to align its digital content with recognized accessibility standards and applicable federal requirements to support equitable access to information, programs, and services.
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) are internationally recognized standards
for making digital content accessible to people with disabilities. WCAG provides technical
guidance for designing and developing websites, applications, and digital materials
that can be used with assistive technologies such as screen readers, captioning tools,
and keyboard navigation.
WCAG is developed and maintained by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), an international
standards organization responsible for many of the core technologies of the web.
Federal Accessibility Requirements
In April 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice issued a final rule under Title II of
the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that formally established digital accessibility
requirements for state and local government entities, including public institutions
of higher education.
This rule clarifies that websites, mobile applications, and digital services provided
by public entities must be accessible to individuals with disabilities. The rule was
issued to address barriers that can prevent equal access to public information and
services when digital content is not accessible.
Under this rule, public entities are required to conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA for
web content and mobile applications, subject to the rule鈥檚 scope, timelines, and exceptions.
What This Means for WCU
WCAG 2.1 Level AA represents a widely accepted baseline for digital accessibility
and includes requirements related to text alternatives for images, keyboard navigation,
color contrast, captions for multimedia, and other features that support accessibility.
Digital accessibility at WCU is an ongoing effort. The University is committed to
providing accessible digital content and regularly reviews its websites and applications
to identify and address accessibility barriers. As technologies and content evolve,
accessibility improvements are made on a continuing basis across university鈥憁anaged
platforms.
Policy 86 鈥� Web Accessibility
Policy 86 means that accessibility must be considered when creating content, building
websites, or purchasing digital tools on behalf of 甜瓜视频app.
Why Digital Accessibility Matters
Digital accessibility helps individuals with disabilities have equitable access to
information, programs, and services offered online. Accessible digital content supports
participation in education, employment, civic engagement, and community life.
By aligning with WCAG standards, 甜瓜视频app works to remove digital
barriers and improve usability for all users鈥攏ot only those with disabilities.
Learn More
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