Accessible & Universal Design

ODS is dedicated to the proposition that all environs are usable by everyone, including persons with disabilities, and accessible design is the minimum standard by which a fully inclusive universally designed environment may be achieved. The following is a list of resources for accessible and universal design and is by no means exhaustive.

ODS Assistive Technology Availability Plan & Universal Access Workstation

APSU Accessibility Resources

APSU Web Accessibility Statement and design guidelines -- per the University World Wide Web Policy, "Web page owners and publishers must adhere to the Accessibility Guidelines linked from the university's http://www.apsu.edu/web/access Web site.

Policy references

Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility Standards (Section 508)
- Look for § 1194.22 Web-based intranet and internet information and applications.
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)

Accessibility Review Checklist

The Office of Disability Services accessible procurement process initiative ensures documentation of Electronic and Information Technology (EIT) procurement that conforms/non-conforms to the U.S. Access Board Section 508 Standards for access for persons with disabilities.