Digital Content Accessibility
Buffalo State is committed to providing equity in content accessibility for barrier free learning. Student Accessibility Services works collaboratively with our faculty and staff to ensure that content is accessible to all our students. SAS supports the use of assistive technology to promote equal access for students who experience challenges with reading, comprehension, note-taking, and writing.
If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using the Buffalo State website or course materials—such as difficulty navigating content, using assistive technology, or accessing digital documents—we want to hear from you. Please let us know by completing our Accessibility Concern Form.
Your feedback helps us identify and resolve issues quickly and ensures that all students have equal access to our content and services.
Visit the Accessibility Checklist for assistance with creating accessible MS Word documents and PowerPoint slides.
Deque University provides access to courses that address accessibility in customer service, course content creation and web accessibility. Learn how to provide services as a higher education professional with accessibility in mind. Request Deque Registration
For immediate assistance, email us at: contentaccess@buffalostate.edu
Recommended Deque Trainings
Fast Track to Accessibility (Role-Specific, for Beginners) 1.0:
- Fast Track to Accessibility for Any Role (Non-Technical)
Document Accessibility "Deep Dive" & IAAP ADS Certification Preparation 1.2:
- Accessibility Fundamentals- Disabilities, Guidelines, and Laws
- MS Word Accessibility Techniques
- MS PowerPoint Accessibility Techniques
- Web Accessibility Testing: Basic Methods and Tools
- Web Accessibility Testing: Screen Readers
Other Courses:
- Basic PDF Accessibility
Additional Internal Accessibility Links and Resources
Additional External Accessibility Links and Resources