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Keep Calm and Make It Accessible: A Conversation about PDFs

by · April 3, 2026

NWHeat is a collaboration between the Orbis Cascade Alliance and Northwest Academic Computing Consortium to provide webinars and resources focused on digital accessibility in higher education. 

We invite you to join us for Keep Calm and Make It Accessible: A Conversation about PDFs, April 21, 10 a.m. PDT – via Zoom. Co-hosted by NWHeat and Every Learner Everywhere.

Register now! Registration is free, and open to the public. You are welcome to forward this email to anyone at your institutions who may be interested in accessibility. The webinar will be recorded.

Description: This webinar will focus on practical, faculty‑friendly approaches to digital accessibility. Tasha Biesinger, LMS Product Manager & Canvas Admin, Oregon State University and Justi Echeles, Course Development Manager & Accessibility Specialist, Oregon Health & Science University will emphasize thoughtful decision‑making strategies and realistic expectations for dealing with PDFs. Participants are invited to contribute ideas for creating accessible content.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Make informed decisions about PDFs and accessible materials
  • Discuss time constraints, realistic approaches, and options for creating accessible content

Visit the event page, Keep Calm and Make It Accessible: A Conversation about PDFs at NWHeat.org for more information.

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