Our mission is to cultivate a culture of inclusion and accessibility at MC. Through training, consultations, and an online knowledge base all centered on Universal Design principles, we help promote individual empowerment and social justice as well as regulatory and ethical compliance.
The UDC promotes collaboration, compliance, and innovation to enhance the learning experience for students and improve work environments for faculty and staff.
We offer the following services:
Training and Professional Development
Educational programming for faculty and staff, equipping them with practical strategies for implementing UD, UDL, and digital accessibility.
Our offerings include recurring workshops, hands-on training sessions, and personalized consultations, covering topics such as inclusive course design, process optimization, and digital accessibility best practices.
Digital Accessibility Compliance
Support for meeting legal and ethical standards, ensuring compliance with ADA Title II, Section 504, and WCAG 2.2.
Our services include accessibility audits, procurement consultations, and proactive reviews of digital content to ensure the college meets or exceeds regulatory standards while mitigating risk and promoting equitable access.
Resource Creation
Development of practical tools and resources to support inclusivity and accessibility in everyday operations.
Our resources include newsletters, instructional guides, and online toolkits that help faculty and staff integrate inclusive practices into their teaching and administrative workflows, ensuring accessibility in both physical and digital environments.
Collaboration and Engagement
Fostering a culture of inclusivity through cross-departmental collaboration and external partnerships.
Our collaborative efforts include working with faculty, staff, and external partners to integrate accessibility into institutional operations, ensuring inclusivity is embedded in curriculum design, administrative processes, and campus culture.
Innovation through Technology
Leveraging new technologies to streamline workflows, improve accessibility, and drive innovation across the college.
Our technology-driven initiatives include using tools like Generative AI to assist in accessible content creation, optimize administrative practices, and develop innovative, inclusive solutions for teaching and service delivery.
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