Digital Accessibility at UA

The University of Alaska is committed to digital accessibility. We work to ensure that websites, documents, videos, online courses, and other digital materials are accessible to everyone — including people with disabilities.

Digital accessibility means removing barriers so all members of our university community can access information, participate fully, and succeed, regardless of ability, technology, or circumstance. Whether you create digital content or need to report a barrier, this site will help you get started.

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About digital accessibility

Learn what digital accessibility means and how it applies to your work at the University of Alaska. Explore accessibility standards, requirements, and practical steps for creating accessible websites, documents, courses, and media.

Get help

Need help making your digital content accessible? Get support troubleshooting issues, reviewing materials, and finding tools and campus resources to help meet accessibility standards.

Report an accessibility barrier or request assistance

Having trouble accessing UA websites, digital content, services, or facilities? Report a barrier, request accommodations, or contact campus support so we can help resolve the issue.

 

 

Resource guides, documentation and training

Any digital content you create should be accessible. Use the guides below to learn accessibility best practices and explore resources for creating accessible content across platforms.

Websites
Create and maintain accessible websites. Learn how to structure content with proper headings, write meaningful link text, add alternative text to images, ensure sufficient color contrast, and build accessible forms and navigation.
Documents
Create accessible Word, PDF, and other documents. Use built-in styles, apply proper headings and lists, format accessible tables, add alternative text, and properly tag PDFs for screen readers.
Audio/video media
Produce accessible audio/video content. Add accurate captions and transcripts, and provide audio descriptions when needed.

 

Meetings
Plan and host supportive in-person and virtual meetings. Create accessible slides, enable live captions, share materials in advance, and use clear communication practices to support full participation.
Courses and LMS
Design and maintain accessible online and hybrid courses. Structure course content clearly, ensure uploaded materials are accessible, caption multimedia, and follow accessibility best practices in the learning management system.
Social media
Publish accessible social media content. Write descriptive alt text, use camel case hashtags, caption videos, maintain strong color contrast, and write clear, descriptive links.