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  <Title>Join Former Accessibility Trailblazer Award Winner and UMBC Faculty Member Dr. Sarah Bass for an Accessibility Presentation</Title>
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    <div class="html-content"><ul><li>Topic: Accessibility Strategies for STEM courses</li><li>Date &amp; Time: <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/f886f0e1cf8491dfc92c1b257fdd8c00/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%3Fmode%3Dupcoming" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Tuesday, March 3, 2026</a> · 12 - 1 PM</li><li>Event Details:  This session will be hosted via Webex. <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/9d606b0657be26fc0ed5e5b9913c4ef5/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%2F151561%2F762bf%2F3dbe734d07a1b1e8ef9e5edf5f93aa55%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fumbc.webex.com%252Fweblink%252Fregister%252Fr0ccc43fe8617a29a42c84c10ff767fbd" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Register for the event</a> or visit the <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/1f9a9e28ca2cc4400a7ba48800b60c74/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%2F151561%2F762bf%2Fcf7aae6f7b19c1aaa45a24c071f42eca%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%252Fgroups%252Finstructional-technology%252Fevents%252F151561%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">myUMBC Event post</a> and select "Join Online" to register.</li></ul><div><p>STEM courses often include complex content—equations, graphs, data tables—that can create significant accessibility barriers for students with disabilities. This session provides STEM faculty with a clear, practical overview of how to make STEM materials accessible. The session will focus on common accessibility challenges in STEM and highlight fixes that faculty can implement without advanced technical skills. </p><p>By the end of this session, participants will be able to:</p><ol><li><p>Identify common accessibility barriers in STEM course materials (e.g., math notation, graphs, tables, and PDFs) and explain why these create challenges for students using assistive technologies.</p></li><li><p>Describe practical strategies and tools for improving accessibility in STEM content, including approaches for math equations, visual data, and structured documents that align with WCAG 2.1 AA standards.</p></li><li><p>Apply a prioritized approach to remediation by recognizing which fixes are easiest for faculty to implement themselves and where to seek additional support for more complex issues.</p></li></ol><p>The virtual format will be primarily presentational, with brief discussion pauses to address questions and share experiences. Participants will leave with actionable strategies, recommended tools, and resources to begin improving accessibility in their STEM courses. The session will be recorded.</p><p>Open to all UMBC and USM faculty, staff, and students. No prior accessibility experience needed.</p><p>Presenter: <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/5d7269f986688d336c0d10afbf553b6b/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%2F151561%2F762bf%2F47c1f7ab65c566bbc9e5551ab8bf820d%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fchemistry.umbc.edu%252Fsarah-bass%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Dr. Sarah Bass</a>, Associate Teaching Professor of Introductory, Analytical and Instrumental Chemistry, University of Maryland, Baltimore County. Dr. Bass is a dedicated faculty champion for accessibility, promoting inclusive teaching practices to create a more supportive educational environment for every learner.</p><p>Helpful STEM Links to Review:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/abf863de8e6516f9890e71d3e561dba6/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%2F151561%2F762bf%2F6a5e8dc67972bd684658f7a9d989e41a%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fusmd.us8.list-manage.com%252Ftrack%252Fclick%253Fu%253D4ce992e3f6db63c7af9c28afd%2526id%253De291b3c1a3%2526e%253D33546f8102" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">UMBC's STEM Resources</a></p></li><li><p>CAST's <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/68643f13379de83c88ff6f5f478f8d6d/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%2F151561%2F762bf%2Ff14c18af208d9bd74003842f0ce180d3%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fusmd.us8.list-manage.com%252Ftrack%252Fclick%253Fu%253D4ce992e3f6db63c7af9c28afd%2526id%253D51194383fd%2526e%253D33546f8102" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Creating Accessible STEM Materials</a></p></li><li><p><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/3e6083245e54369f5d69bfec46f97a95/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%2F151561%2F762bf%2F07395e11ed41f87c02972e54b77e289b%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fusmd.us8.list-manage.com%252Ftrack%252Fclick%253Fu%253D4ce992e3f6db63c7af9c28afd%2526id%253De99c2666c9%2526e%253D33546f8102" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Accessibility in Math chapter</a> (Digital Accessibility Handbook)</p></li><li><p>The A11Y Collective's <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/9c6a1d283e8d6ce9f19474a6ba2608c6/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%2F151561%2F762bf%2F4f1df035684686cf36aa817ced99a1e7%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fusmd.us8.list-manage.com%252Ftrack%252Fclick%253Fu%253D4ce992e3f6db63c7af9c28afd%2526id%253D06c534459e%2526e%253D33546f8102" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Ultimate Checklist for Accessible Data Visualisations</a></p></li><li><p>Continual Engine's <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/9c981c7c0a3653f35d4986c65a73eec4/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%2F151561%2F762bf%2F626c4626c73524e5083fd1b4fbb2f21f%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fusmd.us8.list-manage.com%252Ftrack%252Fclick%253Fu%253D4ce992e3f6db63c7af9c28afd%2526id%253D20cb0d22b5%2526e%253D33546f8102" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">How to Make STEM Content Accessible for Students with Visual Impairments</a></p></li><li><p>Section508's <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/accessibility/posts/156694/2b2b6/cff271639053a56cf02953fc6780e546/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Finstructional-technology%2Fevents%2F151561%2F762bf%2F0ef0ab5c3228a9c0ead455e04833ba9b%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fusmd.us8.list-manage.com%252Ftrack%252Fclick%253Fu%253D4ce992e3f6db63c7af9c28afd%2526id%253Df20a536ee9%2526e%253D33546f8102" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Accessible Equations and Formulas</a></p></li></ul><p>Brought to you by:</p><p>This session was initially presented as part of the USM Kirwan Center Spring Cleaning 2026 series.</p><ul><li>USM Kirwan Center for Academic Innovation (KCAI) </li><li>Council for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning (CATL) </li><li>USM Digital Accessibility Work Group (DAWG) </li><li>USM Campus Centers for Teaching and Learning</li></ul><div><strong>To view the original myUMBC post, click the link below:</strong><br><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/instructional-technology/events/151561" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/instructional-technology/events/151561</a></div></div></div>
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  <Summary>Topic: Accessibility Strategies for STEM courses  Date &amp; Time: Tuesday, March 3, 2026 · 12 - 1 PM  Event Details:  This session will be hosted via Webex. Register for the event or visit...</Summary>
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  <Title>(POSTPONED) PowerPoint Roulette Night!</Title>
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  <Title>Today at 4:30: Assistant Professor of Creative Writing Chris L. Terry Speaking at New Faculty Micro-Talks</Title>
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Kuhn</p><p>Date &amp; Time</p><p>February 25, 2026, 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm</p><div><p><strong>Description</strong></p><div><div><p>The Center for Social Science Scholarship, the Center for Innovation, Research, and Creativity in the Arts, the Dresher Center for the Humanities, and the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences invite you to attend short talks by new faculty in the College.  </p>Meet recently hired tenure-stream faculty and learn about their research interests.  </div><div><ul><li><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/circa/events/149670/13ba5/72e32dfeca68d30ad1b153b1fd7ad128/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fcsss%2Fevents%2F149666%2F19cb%2F7144708ec4c70b7810c6a7ac375e5510%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fmcs.umbc.edu%252Fholly-avella%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Holly Avella</a>, Assistant Professor, Department of Media &amp; Communication Studies</li><li><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/circa/events/149670/13ba5/4b9269bbdd2bcd4ff1e739164ff4919c/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fcsss%2Fevents%2F149666%2F19cb%2Fc87a70da0070be1468fa9878ea449700%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Feducation.umbc.edu%252Fbrandon-beck%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Brandon Beck</a>, Assistant Professor, Department of Education</li><li><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/circa/events/149670/13ba5/8f666ba5161891504b6c7e1c9fc7a249/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fcsss%2Fevents%2F149666%2F19cb%2F12805295ee81fd089b0c37f49eed45a6%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fmusic.umbc.edu%252Fdirectory%252Fdelgado%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Juan Sebastian Delgado</a>, Assistant Professor, Department of Music</li><li><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/circa/events/149670/13ba5/c4f9d367fe2607070224684703dd2db4/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fcsss%2Fevents%2F149666%2F19cb%2Fb434e5c8773f08f81093bebe70330582%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Feconomics.umbc.edu%252Fanderson-frailey%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Anderson Frailey</a>, Assistant Professor, Department of Economics</li><li><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/circa/events/149670/13ba5/e2bc070aa94ec4c2428232503160153f/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fcsss%2Fevents%2F149666%2F19cb%2F2bc798d323a067f97ecabea173286dc2%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fsaph.umbc.edu%252Fftfaculty%252Fperson%252Fjs63450%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Chulwoo Charles Park</a>, Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, Anthropology, &amp; Public Health</li><li><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/circa/events/149670/13ba5/1333bd1ce924aa3df881191a47532a53/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fcsss%2Fevents%2F149666%2F19cb%2Ffbab9b7334b63f1404aaa34c0b8fa906%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fllc.umbc.edu%252Fdr-christa-porter%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Christa Porter</a>,  Associate Professor, Language, Literacy, &amp; Culture Program; Vice Provost &amp;  Dean, Graduate School</li><li><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/circa/events/149670/13ba5/31da7d7fac2ae59f8dae0e2e085a7589/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fcsss%2Fevents%2F149666%2F19cb%2F19adc6c0144a9e1b3df819d0e24819a1%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fedhs.umbc.edu%252Ffaculty%252Fperson%252Fkj62737%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Jungwon Yeo</a>, Associate Professor and Graduate Program Director, Department of Emergency and Disaster Health System</li><li><a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/circa/events/149670/13ba5/881586e54cb241b73032191bfc087179/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fcsss%2Fevents%2F149666%2F19cb%2F5269055fd56e0783d800c934ea9c7fae%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.linkedin.com%252Fin%252Fchrislterry%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Chris Terry</a>, Assistant Professor, Department of English</li></ul></div><div><p>A light reception will follow the presentations.</p><div>This event is open for full participation by all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected category under applicable federal law, state law, and the University's <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/circa/events/149670/13ba5/779bceeacd06e5c5018ab36703da0b43/web/link?link=https%3A%2F%2Fmy3.my.umbc.edu%2Fgroups%2Fcsss%2Fevents%2F149666%2F19cb%2F48e9c1e02c4341fa1ee705b5d1cd0bdc%2Fweb%2Flink%3Flink%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fecr.umbc.edu%252Fdiscrimination-policy%252F" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">nondiscrimination policy</a>.</div></div></div><div><img src="https://english.umbc.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/242/2026/02/Chris-Terry-Photo-small.jpeg" alt="Portrait of a man with short brown hair and a short beard in a blue shirt looking at the camera" style="max-width: 100%; height: auto;"></div></div></div></div>
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