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Why Accessibility Matters

Faculty, staff, and students are often unsure of what we mean when discussing accessibility. Accessibility ensures that all individuals can access resources equitably. Accessibility is  relevant to all people, not just those with disabilities.

Understanding, using, and planning for accessibility may be overwhelming yet with the right campus partners, we succeed!  

Incorporating accessibility into our everyday lives is a proactive practice that ensures all resources are made available to the widest possible audience.

Accessibility vs. Accomodation

Accessibility is the baseline of equal service, and accommodation is the second step to take when accessibility alone isn't enough.

Accessibility is proactive, allows our entire UNT community to have equal experiences, and is the standard for our UNT community. Accommodations are supportive adaptations requested by individuals when accessibility issues arise. Everyone can benefit from accessibility. The more accessible we make our websites, campus and classrooms, the better we support our students and the broader community.

Accessibility is a shared responsibility, and we all have a role to ensure the accessibility of our resources.

Community Support
Digital/Web Accessibility Issues or Suggestions
For access concerns with a public University of North Texas webpage or technology tool, or if you have accessibility suggestions, please contact at web@unt.edu.
Student Support
Office of Disability Access
We serve as the central campus resource for the University community in regards to students with disabilities and accommodations to remove barriers to access.
Faculty Support
Creating Accessible Online Courses
We provide comprehensive resources to support our faculty and instructors in providing accessible online courses.

Need a consultation? Request a consultation by filling out our form.
Faculty & Staff Support
Workplace Accommodations
We are committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination and strive to provide our workplace community with access.

Accessiblity Policies and Guidelines

Find UNT policies that support the campus community's effort to achieve and maintain compliance with accessibility: