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Share your accessibility knowledge during our eighth annual virtual conference, Accessibility Summer Camp (ASC)!
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ASC 2025 will take place on Friday, June 13, 2025, from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm CDT via Zoom.
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Presentations from all experience levels and backgrounds on all facets of accessibility are welcome.
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All sessions are virtual and 50 minutes long.
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The deadline for submissions is February 21, 2025.
As a conference speaker, you can attend sessions for free and engage in valuable networking with like-minded professionals, so submit your presentation on our Call for Proposal form today!
Recordings
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New: Recordings are now available on the Program page. Navigate to the session you want and choose the View Session Recording link.
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Thank you to all participants, speakers, attendees, and volunteers! You made this year's conference phenomenal! If you found value and would like to donate to help keep ASC free, you can donate online.
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Session Recordings
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Recordings are now available on the Program page.
At this time, captions are automatic captions. Our team of volunteers will continue to work on improving captions accuracy over the coming month.
To access the recordings:
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Navigate to the session you are interested in.
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Choose the View Session Recording link.
Summer Camp 101
Making the Most of Your Experience
Hey Campers,
Check out the pro-tips from the planning committee to make sure you have fun, stay engaged, and have a smooth technical experience . . . oh, and make the most of your chances to win webinars and e-gift cards!
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Update your Zoom!
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Register for individual sessions ASAP.
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Use that chat!
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Learn about the contests.
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Participate on social media for chances to win engagement prizes.
For a more in-depth guide, check out the Summer Camp 101 page.
Student Panel Discussion and Closing Remarks
Join us for this discussion with a student panel hosted by Robert Beach, as we learn about different challenges students face in the physical and online classroom with accessibility.
Closing Remarks will include details on when to expect prize drawing results!
Friday, June 14th
3 - 4pm Central
Robert Beach,
Assistive Technology Specialist
Keynote Presentation 1
Compliance is the Foundation, Inclusion is the Vision
Presented by:
Anjali Lalwani
CPACC-certified Accessibility Consultant at Magic EdTech and co-host of the MagicAlly webinar series
Session Description:
This session will delve into the critical topics of accessibility and disability inclusion. It will examine how AI can be leveraged to enhance accessibility and identify digital inclusion gaps proactively. This session highlights the significance of advocacy and allyship, we will discuss practical strategies for becoming an accessibility champion (or “A11y”). Together, we can strive to cultivate a culture of inclusivity which enables everyone to participate fully and equitably, regardless of ability.
About Anjali Lalwani
Connect with Anjali on Socials:
Anjali Lalwani is a CPACC-certified Accessibility Consultant at Magic EdTech. She worked in disability caretaking for a decade before joining MagicEdTech. Anjali is passionate about accessibility advocacy. She draws on her experience to help others understand the “why” behind accessibility and disability inclusion.
Presentation Materials
Breakout 1A
9:00 am - 9:50 am Central Time
Practical and Accessible Series: Building a Campus Accessibility Culture
Presented by
Marisha Marks & Kyle Stephanie Kraus, Instructional Designers, Springfield Technical College
Session Description:
The Practical and Accessible workshop series at Springfield Technical Community College blends practical technology and administrative considerations for the Google suite of tools. We demonstrate accessibility strategies to help participants create inclusive, engaging, and user-friendly digital materials. Our audience has included members from all sides of campus like faculty, administrative staff, librarians, marketing and communication leaders, and advisors and student support professionals. In our presentation, we will describe how we developed the series, present content, and recruit participants to build a culture of accessibility on our campus. We will share resources to easily implement a similar initiative at your institution.
Speaker Bios:
Marisha Marks is an instructional designer at Springfield Technical Community College. She has been assisting faculty with online pedagogy and course design for over a decade, learning and teaching about promising practices with student success in mind. Her area of interest is in accessibility and Universal Design for Learning. Marisha looks for opportunities to remove student barriers to learning through faculty training, technology, and innovative teaching strategies.
Kyle Stephanie Kraus is an Instructional Designer and adjunct faculty at Springfield Technical Community College. Their career in higher education spans 23 years, navigating roles from student affairs and residence life to instructional design and technology training. In their current role, they help faculty develop courses, present workshops on technology use, and advocate for effective technology integration across all learning environments. At the heart of their teaching philosophy lies a commitment to promote the voices of others, foster self-directed learning, and nurture individual growth.
Presentation Information & Materials
Note to editor: The tracks we had in past programs are Digital Accessibility, Equity & Inclusivity, Leadership/Awareness/Culture, Software How-To, Sponsor, Teaching/Pedagogy
Digital Accessibility Track
The following sessions are part of the Digital Accessibility Track. Select the session title to view more information and register for that session.
Breakout 1
10:00 am - 10:50 am Central Time
1A: Web 2.0 Tools and Accessibility presented by Wendy Torres
1D: Assistive Technology Users: Understanding the Representative Range presented by Belo Cipriani
1G: Ensuring Accessibility: Key Questions for Third-Party Systems Review presented by Alex Pecoraro
1I: Accessibility-First Design and Development presented by Samantha Haney & Karin Carlson
Main Session 1
11:00 am - 11:50 am Central Time
Breakout 2
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm Central Time
2E: Building a Culture of Accessibility & Belonging presented by Karyn Page & Terese Goren
2H: Using Accessibility Data to Make Institutional Change presented by Krista Wright & Amy DiMola
Breakout 3
2:00 pm - 2:50 pm Central Time
3A: Creating a Culture Shift - Finding Our Place presented by Vanessa Garza & RayLynn McGuire
3E: Building Accessibility Through Exceptions presented by John Jones
3F: Five Ways to Make Your Social Media Accessible presented by Casey Eubank & Krissy Buck
3H: Designing with Everyone in Mind presented by Jaime Ade & Michael Vaughn
3I: A.I. in the Classroom: Building a More Accessible Future presented by Barbara Kenny
Main Session 2
11:00 am - 11:50 am Central Time
ASC Live!
August 23, 2024 at 2 pm CDT
Join Stephanie Cork and Sara Olsen, founding members of the Including Disability Global Summit, for a fresh and insightful conversation!
Register for this free webinar today and visit the Accessibility Summer Camp page for details and bios.
Sara Olsen
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Stephanie Cork
Creating Sustainable Global Cross-Disability Communities
ASC Live! - Upcoming
Creating Sustainable Global Cross-Disability Communities
When: Friday, August 23 - 2 PM CDT
Where: Virtually via Zoom Webinar
Join us for a conversation with founding members of the Including Disability Global Summit, Stephanie Cork and Sara Olsen, as they share insights gleaned from founding and running a large international cross-disciplinary, cross-disability virtual conference and accompanying online journal. We will explore the challenges and best practices of hosting an accessible conference as well as the “why” behind the work and how to foster community-building.
Webinar Details:
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To submit questions in advance, use the Question Google Form.
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Auto-captions will be provided during the webinar.
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The recording will be available on our YouTube channel immediately after, and we will have edited captions available within a week of the webinar.
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Please email accessibilitycampict@gmail.com if you have any questions.
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Stephanie Cork
Sara Olsen
Meet the Speakers!
Stephanie Cork, Ph.D., (she/they) - Co-Lead Including Disability Global Summit
Stephanie is an independent scholar, academic coach, notable alumni of UMD and also the creator and continued co-lead on the Including Disability Global Summit or "IDGS." A Maryland resident who originated in Toronto (Ontario, Canada), her work, research, and advocacy focus on accessibility in the post-secondary sector, actively supporting students in their transition to and beyond the exclusive walls of academia. With a background in Sociology, Cultural Studies, and Kinesiology, Stephanie is an avowed "interdisciplinary" scholar, which means she's read a lot but knows very little. Always learning, she loves teaching and is happy to share experiences and lessons learned as someone who is not "in-community" (nondisabled and always a willing accomplice to combating ableism).
Current Affiliations:
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Co-lead, Including Disability Global Summit
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Executive Editor, Including Disability
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Maryland Initiative for Digital Accessibility, University of Maryland, College Park
Sara Olsen, Ph.D. - Disability Rights Program Analyst, US Government
Sara Olsen grew up surrounded by people who dedicated their lives to the service of others despite the challenges or sacrifices involved. The Navy seemed a natural choice to continue the family tradition of service before self. The combination of adventure with the mission to protect personnel and property inherent in the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) community drew her in. After nine years of active duty as an EOD Officer, Sara transitioned to the Reserves, where she has risen to the rank of Captain, having commanded three units and served in multiple staffs.
In her civilian life, she co-founded Crossroads Adaptive Athletic Alliance, a nonprofit designed to increase inclusive fitness for all people with disabilities. Working with people with disabilities in fitness opened Sara’s eyes to all the social and environmental barriers to participation. As a result, she pursued a Ph.D. in Public Health from the University of Maryland. Sara joined the Including Disability Global Summit in 2018.
October 17, 2025 at 1 pm CDT
I Know Because I’m One of Them: For Students Who Fall Through the Cracks
Guest: Dr. Lina Carpenter
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Check out the ASC 2025 Navigation and Support Video Playlist to help you get where you need to go and interact with all that the conference has to offer.
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Note on Redirect Issue:
If you are trying to access the conference sessions by selecting Begin Course or Go to Course and are being redirected to a login screen for WSU Tech, please try:
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Logging back in to the Catalog platform.
If this does not work, please try using an Incognito window and logging in to the platform from there. If you are still having issues, contact accessibility@wsutech.edu, and one of our admins will reach out to help you.
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June 12, 2025 Schedule At-A-Glance
All sessions are in Central Time (CDT).
Use this time zone converter tool to convert your local time to CDT!
Breakout 1: 9:00 - 9:50 am CDT
Keynote: 10:00 - 10:40 am CDT
Lightning Round Sponsor Session: 11:00 - 11:50 am CDT
Breakout 2: 12 - 12:50 pm CDT
AI Focus Main Session: 1 - 1:50 pm CDT
Breakout 3: 2 - 2:50 pm CDT
Student Panel Main Session: 3 - 4 pm CDT
Explore More!
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Watch pre-conference sessions to get a taste of what's to come!
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Join our Facebook group for attendees to share your thoughts, ask questions, and network before, during, and after the conference.
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Read the FAQ to learn more about conference engagement, certification of completion, and Continuing Education Credits.
Accessibility Summer Camp (ASC) was held on June 13, 2025. Thank you for showing up to our 8th annual digital conference dedicated to advancing accessibility in education and professional spaces. The event featured a packed schedule of expert-led sessions on digital accessibility, inclusive teaching practices, software tutorials, and creating a culture of accessibility.
If you're having problems accessing or navigating the Catalog, check out the Register page for instructions and contact support.
Thank you, Instructure, for your Platinum Sponsorship of ASC!
Instructure is committed to increasing accessibility in higher education. For many institutions, this means starting with the learning management system (LMS). Canvas LMS meets Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and is certified WCAG 2.1 AA, meaning educators can use its features and tools to build courses that are accessible to students of varying abilities – from anywhere, anytime with support from resources like the Create Accessible Courses page.
Recite Me, a gold sponsor for ASC, is a leading provider of web accessibility solutions designed to make digital content more inclusive for everyone. We empower businesses, educational institutions, and public sector organizations to create accessibility-compliant websites and barrier-free online experiences.
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Thank you to Packback, a returning Sponsor, for their continued support of ASC this year as our Engagement Sponsor!
Packback's mission is to awaken the fearless, relentless curiosity in every learner. To deliver on this purpose, they believe passionately that they have an ethical mandate to make their site as usable as possible for all users.
Packback intentionally designs with accessibility in mind to ensure all students have a great experience. Learn more on the Packback Accessibility page.