Join USD's Accessibility Awareness Day on April 10: An Event Highlighting Digital Inclusion and Assistive Technology

USD plans to hold an Accessibility Awareness Day on April 10. The event will focus on digital access and inclusion for students with disabilities or learning differences. Angela Jackson, the university's digital accessibility coordinator, stated the event's goal is to encourage dialogue and education about equal digital access and diverse learning needs on campus. The event will also showcase how assistive technology can help these students in their learning and access to course materials.

The day's schedule includes a student panel, keynote speeches, presentations, and a Q&A session with technology experts. Attendees can also participate in games, enjoy food, win prizes, and get USD merchandise. The event starts with keynote speeches at 11 a.m., followed by a student panel at 11:30 a.m., lunch at noon, and a Q&A session at 12:30 p.m.

The event will also offer live demonstrations of assistive and adaptive technology, virtual reality, and artificial intelligence tools. These tools can aid in learning and understanding digital content. The demonstrations will be held from 1-2 p.m.

Several departments and organizations within USD are organizing the Accessibility Awareness Day. These include the Office of Disability Services, University Libraries, Center for Teaching & Learning/Office of Digital Accessibility, Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders, Office of Multicultural Affairs, Opportunity Center, Campus Activities Board (CAB), Dakotalink Sioux Falls, and SD Vocational Rehabilitation.

The event's goal is to educate attendees and raise awareness about the significance of digital accessibility and inclusion. It will highlight how technology can enhance the learning experience for students with disabilities and diverse learning needs.

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