Health Promotion Symposium

The Illinois Mexican and Mexican-American student (I-MMÁS) initiative invites you to the Health Promotion Symposium online symposium from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on January 29.

Join us online for a multidisciplinary discussion aimed at promoting strategic collaborations among scientists from the Faculty of Higher Studies Iztacala, National Autonomous University of Mexico, Mexico, and the University of Illinois System in health promotion.

The Curious Case of Accessibility Checkers

This hands-on training session introduces participants to the use of digital accessibility evaluation tools—such as WAVE, PAC 2024, and Microsoft Office accessibility checkers —to assess and improve the accessibility of digital content. Attendees will learn how to identify common accessibility barriers, interpret automated test results, and understand the limitations of these tools in relation to manual testing and user experience. ODA Zoom

Title II Digital Accessibility Requirements

This hybrid session is designed for campus leaders to understand their responsibilities under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regarding digital accessibility. We’ll cover key compliance requirements, institutional risk, and strategies for fostering an inclusive digital environment. Join us to learn how leadership decisions impact accessibility and ensure your unit meets federal standards. ODA Zoom

CPAE Dean Finalist Presentations

The UIS community is invited to presentations by finalists for the position of Dean, College of Public Affairs and Education in UHB 3145 on the following dates:

  • Monday, December 1 – 2:15-3:15 pm
  • Wednesday, December 3 – 2:15-3:15 PM
  • Monday, December 8 – 3:15-4:15 PM
  • Wednesday, December 10 – 2:15-3:15 PM

We welcome participation by our online community via Zoom, and a link will be shared the morning of each presentation.