Online Communications

Online communications—whether websites, emails or social media—often are a person's first interaction with ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½. It's critical that we make their experience a positive, and usable, one.

When working on your content, whether you're developing from scratch or simply making copy changes or adding a photo, you need to keep accessibility in mind so that you comply with university standards and federal law. (This also goes for any third-party vendor whose product or service you may use; vendors who do not comply with accessibility standards will not be permitted.)

All web content, no matter the platform, should meet WCAG 2.1 A and AA guidelines. In our guidelines section, we've outlined the steps you need to take to ensure your content is accessible for all users. In addition, you can .

Creating accessible content provides a better experience for all users. See tips for your specific areas: