Time: April 9, 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm Speakers: Przemyslaw Bosak Since the onset of computers, they have been used to create new modes of expression, enhance creativity, and make complex artistic forms possible, always at the service to the artist, though. Is AI a threat to upset this decades-old hierarchy? If so, how? What […]
Event category: 2026
Beyond the Checkbox: Accessible Design for Humans in an AI World
Time: April 10, 9:45 am – 10:45 am Speakers: Craig Boassaly Creating truly accessible digital experiences requires more than just passing a validation check; it demands a strategic shift in how we plan, design, and maintain content. This session explores the complete lifecycle of accessible content from web and documents to video, demonstrating why accessibility […]
Leading with Integrity from the Inside Out
Time: April 9, 8:45 pm – 9:45 pm Speakers: Chris Tidrick Chris will share lessons from his career at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and how integrity has been a constant, guiding principle in his leadership journey. While tools, programs, and strategies evolve, how you put these things into action—especially when no one is watching—matters far […]
Build Once, Serve Many: How to Stop Reinventing the Website
Time: April 9, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Speakers: Jillian Kuhn Redesigning a one-off website for every unit is costly, time-intensive, and inconsistent. Instead, shifting to a “build once, serve many” approach delivers sites that are sustainable and affordable – making your leadership, web team, site owners, and end users happy! We’ll share the story […]
Building a Culture of Accessibility Leadership
Time: April 10, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Speakers: Kathryn Jordan and Michael Harshbarger Most organizations treat accessibility as a checklist—meeting WCAG requirements for color contrast, alt text, and navigation. But this approach often overlooks a large, underserved group: people with invisible disabilities such as ADHD, autism, and dyslexia. Neurodivergent individuals make up 15–20% of […]
Accessibility Audits That Actually Drive Change
Time: April 9, 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm Speakers: Kathryn Jordan and Michael Harshbarger Many organizations conduct accessibility audits only to be left asking, “Now what?” Reports often highlight dozens of issues but fail to translate into meaningful improvements. This session reframes audits as a catalyst for organizational change rather than just technical troubleshooting. Aimed […]
Building a Culture of Accessibility Leadership
Time: April 10, 9:45 am – 10:45 am Speakers: Michael Harshbarger Accessibility doesn’t thrive on checklists alone — it thrives when leaders create the conditions for inclusion. This session explores how accessibility leadership can transform organizations beyond compliance. Attendees will learn how to set strategy, influence culture, and support teams in driving sustainable accessibility practices. […]
AI in Accessibility: Where Tools End and Humans Lead
Time: April 9, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Speakers: Michael Harshbarger Artificial intelligence is reshaping accessibility work, from automated testing to faster content checks. But AI alone can’t guarantee inclusion. This session explores the balance between automation and human leadership. Attendees will see how AI can accelerate testing and reporting, where it introduces risk, and […]
Open Source Web Accessibility Tools from the University of Illinois
Time: April 9, 9:45 am – 10:45 am Speakers: Jon Gunderson This session will review the open-source tools developed by the University of Illinois to support web accessibility evaluation, including AInspector for WCAG Evaluation and Headings, Landmarks and Links browser extensions, and the SkipTo.js utility to improve the experience of people with disabilities using Illinois […]
Summer of AI 2025: Promoting Hands-On Teaching and Learning Workshops focused on Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Time: April 9, 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Speakers: Shenika Glover This presentation will discuss how effective strategic communication and brand marketing promoted the Summer of AI 2025 Campaign at the Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning (CITL) in collaboration with University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign stakeholders. Throughout the presentation, I will highlight the goals […]