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 […]
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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 […]
Supporting Neurodiversity in Digital Products
Time: April 10, 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm Speakers: Courtney Fleeger Neurodiversity brings unique perspectives and needs to digital experiences. This session explores how we can support these users through inclusive design strategies grounded in research. Learn how to apply cognitive-friendly design patterns and create interfaces that reduce friction and foster engagement. Whether you’re new […]
Exploring The Use of Advanced Technology to Enhance Learning Experience
Time: April 10, 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm Speakers: Junaid Majaz This presentation investigates existing disparities in online education by gaining a deeper understanding of how students interact with virtual spaces and how new tools can be designed to enhance learning experience by understanding the needs of the audience. By identifying these gaps, his research […]
Teaching Case Study: ChatGPT and Beyond – Exploring AI in Advertising
Time: April 10, 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm Speakers: Maris Peacock Piloted in Spring 2024 and refined in 2025, AI and Advertising is a cross-disciplinary elective at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. The course combines hands-on use of AI tools with critical discussions on ethics and brand trust, alongside insights from industry and guest speakers. […]
Putting the Content Into Content Strategy
Time: April 9, 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm Speakers: Laura Podeschi Web projects rarely start with a blank slate. More often, you have to work within an aging system, legacy integrations, missing documentation—or all of the above. It adds to the already-challenging work of delivering features, hitting deadlines, and maintaining team sanity. For web managers, […]
Not From Scratch: Drive Success in Legacy Web Projects
Time: April 10, 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm Speakers: Natalie Semczuk Web projects rarely start with a blank slate. More often, you have to work within an aging system, legacy integrations, missing documentation—or all of the above. It adds to the already-challenging work of delivering features, hitting deadlines, and maintaining team sanity. For web managers, […]
Preparing for a Website Redesign
Time: April 9, 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm Speakers: Liz Shallenberger, Huaqi Zhang, Dena Strong, Sydney Flowers Website redesigns can feel overwhelming. Cut the chaos with the right prep—and turn the challenge into a clear, strategic success! We’ll provide a brief overview of these best practices and tools:
Making the Truth Stand Out: Science Communication on Social Media
Time: April 4, 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm Speaker: Allie Arp Now more than ever, it is essential for accurate scientific information to be shared with the public. The truth struggles to stand out against the misinformation running rampant on social media. In this workshop, we examine organizations excelling at science communication, discuss the lessons […]
Intersectionality of Design and Accessibility Conformance
Time: April 4, 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm Speaker: Matthew Luken Join Matthew Luken of Deque Systems for an interactive session on the intersectionality of design practices and accessibility conformance. In digital accessibility, his research has found that 67% of defects can be reduced within the design discipline. Luken will help us explore where designers […]