These trainings are provided by the VCCS. If you are unable to attend a session live, the recordings will be available.
VCCS Digital Accessibility Site
The VCCS Digital Accessibility site brings together essential guidance, tools, and training our faculty and staff need to prepare for the 2026 federal accessibility requirements. You will find clear explanations of the new DOJ rules, summaries of WCAG 2.1 AA standards, practical how-to resources for creating accessible documents and media, and step-by-step training modules designed for beginners and seasoned creators alike. The site also highlights systemwide expectations, timelines, and support structures to help colleges build accessible courses, communications, and services. It’s a practical, action-oriented hub that contains a plethora of resources to support our work to ensure every student, employee and members of our community can participate fully in the services and activities offered here at Virginia Western.
Canvas Accessibility with UDOIT Advantage
Ongoing: Canvas Accessibility with UDOIT Advantage
Offered throughout the academic year by NOVA’s Canvas & Educational Technology Support Services team. Register for a UDOIT session.
FIX IT Sessions by NOVA (Deeper dive into Canvas and UDOIT) might hit the mark for you.
Open Lab Hours
No registration required — all sessions use the same Zoom link.
Drop in for one-on-one support with accessibility, AI tools, or DOJ Title II compliance.
- Open to all VCCS faculty and staff — no registration needed
- Come anytime during the listed window.
- Bring a file, question, or course item you’d like reviewed.
Open Lab Zoom Link for all Sessions
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Mon, March 23 | 9 AM – 2 PM |
| Tues, March 24 | 9 AM – 2 PM |
| Wed, March 25 | 9 AM – 2 PM |
| Thurs, March 26 | 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM |
| Mon, March 30 | 2 PM – 5 PM |
| Tues, March 31 | 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM |
Webinars
Accessible Equations Everywhere: Word, PowerPoint, Google Docs, Canvas, and More
Monday, April 6 at 2:00 PM
Math equations are one of the most common accessibility barriers in higher education, and the problem shows up everywhere, not just in Canvas. When equations are saved as images, screen readers announce filenames instead of math, leaving students unable to engage with the content. In this one-hour webinar, we will cover how to create accessible equations using the built-in equation editors already available in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Google Docs, Google Slides, and Canvas. We will also explore how AI tools like Gemini and Copilot can help convert existing image-based equations quickly. No prior accessibility experience required.
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Contact Us
Hillary Holland, LPC
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hholland@virginiawestern.edu
540-857-6488
Chris Porter, MS
Dean of Learning Resources & Online Learning
Brown Library B105
cporter@virginiawestern.edu
540-857-6697