Dragon Community, Our MSUM Digital Accessibility Subcommittee would like to share the most current update related to digital accessibility compliance. On Monday, 4/20, the U.S. Department of Justice extended the current ADA Title II digital accessibility compliance deadline. The deadline has shifted from April 24, 2026, to April 26, 2027. While this extension provides additional time, it does not change […]
Before submitting a request to purchase or renew digital tools, accessibility must be part of the review process. A VPAT (Voluntary Product Accessibility Template) is a vendor-completed document that explains how a product meets accessibility standards like WCAG 2.1 Level AA. Reviewing a VPAT helps ensure the technology we adopt is usable by individuals with disabilities and aligns with ADA […]
Disability Hub MN is a free statewide (Minnesota) resource network that helps people with disabilities solve problems, navigate the system and plan for their futures. The website includes options and tools for managing health, benefits, work, housing and more. Visit disabilityhubmn.org for more information. Another great national resource is Disability Resources, the ultimate guide to access support, services and organizations for diverse […]
Accessibility Resources supports the student journey at MSUM by collaborating with students, faculty, staff, and administrators to cultivate an inclusive environment and facilitate the removal of existing barriers for the full inclusion of people with disabilities. MSUM’s Accessibility Resources offers (if eligible): Accessibility Resources is located in the Hendrix Building. Contact accessibility@mnstate.edu for more information on services.
President George Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into law on July 26, 1990. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal civil rights law prohibiting discrimination against people with disabilities in everyday activities. This act guarantees that people with disabilities have the same opportunities as everyone else. Read more about how the Americans with Disabilities Act […]