Framing and Engaging in the New Accessibility Mindset for Higher Education

Significant events have impacted institutions of higher education, and there is no doubt that students, faculty, administrators, staff, and institutional stakeholders have felt this disruption. While disruption may create confusion and temporary chaos, it also allows for the opportunity for transformation and renewal. While there is still room for growth, recent events, including the COVID-19 pandemic, the presence of generative AI, and sociopolitical activism, also created the opportunity for positive promotion and continued commitment toward accessibility initiatives in the higher education setting. 

This discussion will explore how higher education can no longer ignore issues of accessibility nor revert to previous, antiquated, and discriminatory policies, and discuss steps that disability resource professionals can take to build toward a higher education that goes beyond compliance.

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