Every University-provided digital asset that students, employees, and the public access falls under these government mandates for WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance. This includes websites, software, social media posts, and files.
Scope of Services & Assets
Below are general categories of digital assets that require ADA compliance. The examples within the categories are not exhaustive, but are meant to help identify the kinds of digital tools and communications that must be made compliant.
University Websites & Webpages
- Main university website and all subdomains
- College, department, and unit websites
- Faculty and staff profile pages
- Event pages and calendars
- Student portals and service platforms
Documents
- PDFs, Word documents, Excel files, and PowerPoint presentations posted online
- Forms (fillable PDFs, online submissions, etc.)
- Syllabi, program guides, and handbooks
- Policy and procedure documents
Multimedia Content
- Videos (lecture recordings, promotional, informational)
- Audio files and podcasts
- Live-streamed events and webinars
- Captions, transcripts, and audio descriptions
Emails & Electronic Communications
- Mass email templates
- Email newsletters
- Event invitations
- Digital flyers and announcements
Digital Applications & Tools
- Learning Management Systems (Moodle and all content uploaded to it)
- Student information systems (e.g., registration, advising, financial aid)
- Faculty evaluation and reporting systems
- Internal dashboards and tools used by faculty and staff
Third-Party Tools & Platforms
- Online payment systems
- Chatbots and virtual assistants
- Calendaring and appointment tools
- Survey platforms
- Job application and recruitment portals
Social Media & Mobile Content
- Instagram stories with embedded text
- Videos shared on YouTube or Facebook
- Infographics shared on Twitter or LinkedIn
Digital Signage & Kiosks
- Campus information kiosks
- Touchscreens and wayfinding tools
- Electronic bulletin boards and hallway displays
Procured Software & Vendor Products
- Any digital tool or service purchased for campus-wide or departmental use
- Third-party-hosted platforms that display university content