Wright State University is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment for all individuals.
This centralized hub serves as a bridge to connect all valuable campus resources, updates, and announcements related to accessibility, ensuring that students, faculty, and staff have easy access to the tools and information they need to create an environment where everyone can thrive. Read more about our commitment and collaboration.
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Accessibility is a shared responsibility. Here are some ways you can contribute:
Use accessible fonts, headings, and alt text for images.
Follow WCAG Content Accessibility Guidelines Version 2.1, Level AA when creating or updating digital content.
Report physical and digital barriers to the Office of Disability Services.
Wright State Online’s Resource Library offers quick guides and resources for faculty, as well as recorded training sessions to take a deeper dive into accessibility topics. New content on accessibility, course design, and audio/visual best practices are added regularly.
Encourage the use of university-supported assistive technologies for students and staff.
Report accessibility concerns via the university's Disability Discrimination Complaint Procedure.
The Office of Disability Services (ODS) ensures accessibility and equal opportunity for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. ODS provides support and accommodations in accordance with legal requirements and best practices.
Guidance for prospective and new students, including registration for disability services.
Academic adjustments, housing accommodations, assistive technology, and other support services.
Assistance for faculty and staff requiring workplace accommodations.
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 prohibit discrimination based on disability in programs and activities by public universities receiving financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education. Wright State University (“Wright State”) is committed to ensuring that communication with university constituents with disabilities, including students, prospective students, employees, guests and visitors, with hearing, visual, and manual impairments, or who otherwise require the use of assistive technology to access information, is as effective as communication with those without disabilities.
Wright State University follows federal and state guidelines for digital accessibility to ensure an inclusive digital experience. We adhere to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, ADA compliance, and other best practices.
To maintain accessibility, Wright State provides tools to evaluate digital content, including automated accessibility checkers and manual testing resources.
Tom Webb
Wright State University
180 University Hall
3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy
Dayton, OH 45435-0001
937-775-5680
ada@wright.edu
We encourage students, faculty, staff, and visitors to report accessibility barriers. Wright State is committed to addressing accessibility concerns promptly to ensure an inclusive experience for all.
180 University Hall (Staff and Test Proctoring Center)
014 Student Union (Technology Center)
937-775-5680
General Questions: disability_services@wright.edu
Testing Center: ds_testproctor@wright.edu
Office of Disability Services (ODS)
Tom Webb
Wright State University
180 University Hall
3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy
Dayton, OH 45435-0001
937-775-5680
ada@wright.edu
