Dear Campus Community,
Colorado College is dedicated to fully including people with disabilities in all aspects of campus life, including the events we host.
How do you ensure that your events are welcoming and accessible to all? Here are a few things to think about as you plan your events.
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Have you received requests for sign language interpreting or captioning? Accessibility Resources can assist with arrangements for sign language interpreters and captioning for events sponsored by Colorado College.
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Are you using a projected presentation, such as PowerPoint? Please provide handouts of the presentation in both 12- and 18-size font for use by participants who cannot look at the bright light of the projected presentation or who may not be able to see the screen. In addition, it is helpful to stand to the side of the screen so participants are not looking at presenters in the glare of the light.
In addition, faculty and staff can learn about these and other aspects of making events accessible at the
Planning Accessible Events Excel at CC session. This session is part of the new
Campus Events Excel program, where you will learn how to plan, schedule, and execute a successful campus event that is inclusive and reaches a diverse audience.
Thanks for everything you’re already doing to make your events accessible. Please get in touch with me at any time if I can assist as you plan and host programs and events.
Best regards,
Jan Edwards
Director of Accessibility Resources and ADA/504 Coordinator
