For the Advocate

For the Advocate: Creating access and opportunities for all.

For the Advocate workshops highlight sessions centered on student success and support. Faculty will explore ways to remove barriers to learning, design accessible and engaging courses, and advocate for practices that help all ECU students thrive both inside and beyond the classroom.

Additional resources:

If you are interested in learning more about UDL and implementing these principles into your course, you can book an appointment with the Instructional Design team.
For additional information and guidance about course accessibility, visit the ECU Digital Accessibility website. Watch this short video to hear from current ECU students on the impact that accessible course content can have on their success.
Try the new interactive, self-paced accessibility training on some of the most common accessibility standards featuring tutorials, videos, and more to help you! Here you will also find helpful UDOIT support videos.
Are you looking to engage mental health and wellness more directly in your classroom or position? Would you like to gather resources from different offices or share ideas that you have? If so, please reach out to the following individuals/offices who has presented at HOIST over the last few years. If you’d like to be a future HOIST speaker, please email Nikki Caswell (caswelln@ecu.edu) and Lauren Thorn (thornl@ecu.edu).

Mental Health Awareness and Classroom Pedagogy

Office of Faculty Excellence, ofe@ecu.edu
Dr. Nikki Caswell, caswelln@ecu.edu

Mental Health Campus Resources

Dean of Students, dos@ecu.edu
Dr. Valerie Kisler-van Reede, kislervanreedev@ecu.edu
Dr. LaNika Wright, wrightla@ecu.edu
University Well-Being Collective, campuswellness@ecu.edu
Center for Counseling and Student Development, 252-328-6661

Pedagogy that Facilitates Student Belonging

Dr. Nikki Caswell, caswelln@ecu.edu
Dr. Rachel Savitz, savitzr22@ecu.edu

Student Success Campus Resources

Dr. Lauren Thorn, thornl@ecu.edu
University Well-Being Collective, campuswellness@ecu.edu
Dr. Elizabeth Coghill, coghille@ecu.edu

Title IX and Student Safety Campus Resources

ECU Police Department, ecupolice@ecu.edu

Fall 2026 Workshops

Spring 2027 Workshops

Date/Time	Session Title	Description	Registration Survey	Meeting Link / Recording
January 19, 2027 3:00-4:00	Considering Neurotypes: Rethinking Writing Instruction (1.19.26)	Students bring valuable perspectives and unique cognitive strengths to the writing process, yet traditional writing instruction often fails to tap into such potential. This workshop invites instructors to rethink writing by exploring how students with particular neurotypes engage with language, organization, and expression. Participants will gain insight into potential challenges related to executive functioning, working memory, and sensory processing that can affect writing. Through interactive discussions and case studies, we will examine practical, research-based strategies to create more inclusive and supportive writing environments. Attendees will leave with concrete approaches for fostering neurodiverse students' strengths while addressing possible barriers to writing success. Facilitated by Soph Myers-Kelley	Register for Considering Neurotypes: Rethinking Writing Instruction (1.19.26)	Join Considering Neurotypes: Rethinking Writing Instruction (1.19.26)
January 20, 2027 1:00-1:30	Scaling Student Success: Leveraging Technology to Create Meaningful Student Outcomes	Technology is most effective when it strengthens—not replaces—human connections. This session explores how ECU CONNECT and complementary student success technologies are being used to expand proactive outreach, streamline communication, and connect students with the right support at the right time. Participants will learn practical strategies for scaling student success initiatives while maintaining the personalized, relationship-centered approach that drives student engagement and persistence. Facilitated by Dylan Moore	Register for Scaling Student Success: Leveraging Technology to Create Meaningful Student Outcomes	Join Scaling Student Success: Leveraging Technology to Create Meaningful Student Outcomes
January 20, 2027 1:30-2:00	Meeting Graduate Students Where They Learn: Tailoring ECU CONNECT Surveys for Traditional and Clinical Programs	Graduate and professional students have unique learning environments, expectations, and support needs. This session explores ECU CONNECT's redesigned graduate survey model, including the development of distinct surveys for traditional graduate and clinical programs. Participants will learn how tailored tracking items provide more meaningful opportunities to recognize student achievement, identify concerns early, and connect graduate students with the right resources throughout their academic journey. Facilitated by Dylan Moore and Susan Eckert	Register for Meeting Graduate Students Where They Learn: Tailoring ECU CONNECT Surveys for Traditional and Clinical Programs	Join Meeting Graduate Students Where They Learn: Tailoring ECU CONNECT Surveys for Traditional and Clinical Programs
February 17, 2027 1:00-1:30	Measuring What Matters: Using ECU CONNECT to Track Undergraduate Student Service Utilization	Discover how ECU CONNECT can be used to document student interactions, measure service utilization, and demonstrate the impact of student support initiatives. This session explores strategies for tracking meaningful engagement across campus, leveraging data to identify trends, and using service metrics to inform decision-making, strengthen collaboration, and showcase the value of student success efforts. Facilitated by Dylan Moore	Register for Measuring What Matters: Using ECU CONNECT to Track Undergraduate Student Service Utilization	Join Measuring What Matters: Using ECU CONNECT to Track Undergraduate Student Service Utilization
February 17, 2027 1:30-2:00	Measuring What Matters: Using ECU CONNECT to Track Graduate Student Service Utilization	Discover how ECU CONNECT can be used to document student interactions, measure service utilization, and demonstrate the impact of student support initiatives. This session explores strategies for tracking meaningful engagement across campus, leveraging data to identify trends, and using service metrics to inform decision-making, strengthen collaboration, and showcase the value of student success efforts. Facilitated by Dylan Moore and Susan Eckert	Register for Measuring What Matters: Using ECU CONNECT to Track Graduate Student Service Utilization	Join Measuring What Matters: Using ECU CONNECT to Track Graduate Student Service Utilization
March 24, 2027 1:00-1:30	Closing the Loop: Documenting Student Support and Measuring Undergraduate Student Impact with ECU CONNECT	Student support doesn't end when a referral is made—it ends when the impact is understood. This session explores how ECU CONNECT can be used to document student interactions, close the feedback loop between campus partners, and measure the effectiveness of support services. Participants will learn strategies for capturing meaningful outcomes, demonstrating the value of interventions, and using data to continuously improve the student experience. Facilitated by Dylan Moore	Register for Closing the Loop: Documenting Student Support and Measuring Undergraduate Student Impact with ECU CONNECT	Join Closing the Loop: Documenting Student Support and Measuring Undergraduate Student Impact with ECU CONNECT
March 24, 2027 1:30-2:00	Closing the Loop: Documenting Student Support and Measuring Graduate Student Impact with ECU CONNECT	Effective student support depends on more than identifying students in need—it requires documenting the support they receive and understanding its impact. This session explores how ECU CONNECT can be used to record student interactions, track service utilization, and measure outcomes across campus. Participants will learn how closing the feedback loop strengthens collaboration, demonstrates the value of student success initiatives, and provides actionable data to improve services and student outcomes. Facilitated by Dylan Moore and Susan Eckert	Register for Closing the Loop: Documenting Student Support and Measuring Graduate Student Impact with ECU CONNECT	Join Closing the Loop: Documenting Student Support and Measuring Graduate Student Impact with ECU CONNECT
April 14, 2027 1:00-1:30	Understanding the Data: Leveraging Spring 2027 Undergraduate Insights to Support Student Success	Explore the latest undergraduate student success insights from Spring 2027 and discover how ECU CONNECT data can inform teaching, outreach, and student support strategies. This session highlights trends in faculty engagement, student interactions, and early interventions while demonstrating how data can be used to identify opportunities, measure impact, and drive continuous improvement in undergraduate student success initiatives. Facilitated by Dylan Moore	Register for Understanding the Data: Leveraging Spring 2027 Undergraduate Insights to Support Student Success	Join Understanding the Data: Leveraging Spring 2027 Undergraduate Insights to Support Student Success
April 14, 2027 1:30-2:00	Spring 2027 Graduate Insights: Using ECU CONNECT Data to Drive Student Success	Examine the latest graduate and professional student success insights from Spring 2027 through the lens of ECU CONNECT data. This session highlights trends in faculty engagement, student support, and platform utilization while demonstrating how data can be used to evaluate initiatives, identify emerging opportunities, and strengthen graduate student success across academic programs. Facilitated by Dylan Moore and Susan Eckert	Register for Spring 2027 Graduate Insights: Using ECU CONNECT Data to Drive Student Success	Join Spring 2027 Graduate Insights: Using ECU CONNECT Data to Drive Student Success

*(DE) This session is aligned with the ECU Distance Education Continuing Education Requirement

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact ECU’s ADA coordinator at least 48 hours prior to the event at 252-737-1018 or ada-coordinator@ecu.edu

Link to archived Accessibility Workshops

Link to archived ECU Connect Workshops

Link to archived QEP: Go Intercultural! Workshops

Link to archived HOiST workshops

Link to archived UDL Workshops

Date/Time	Session Title	Description	Registration Survey	Meeting Link / Recording
August 17, 2026 9:00-9:30	Navigating the New Disability Support Services Portal (8.17.26)	This session provides faculty with an introduction to the new DSS Portal and its key features. Participants will learn how to navigate the DSS Portal, review and acknowledge student accommodation letters, and upload exams for students with approved testing accommodations. By the end of the session, faculty will be prepared to use the system efficiently and confidently to support the accommodation process. Facilitated by Kristina Page	Register for Navigating the New Disability Support Services Portal (8.17.26)	Join Navigating the New Disability Support Services Portal (8.17.26)
August 19, 2026 11:00-12:00	Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (8.19.26)*	Working to make your course materials accessible? Join this virtual session to get help, ask questions, or have dedicated time to work on your course with accessibility guidance available. Registration is not required. Facilitated by Amber Arnold	Register for Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (8.19.26)	Join Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (8.19.26)
August 20, 2026 9:00-9:30	Navigating the New Disability Support Services Portal (8.20.26)	This session provides faculty with an introduction to the new DSS Portal and its key features. Participants will learn how to navigate the DSS Portal, review and acknowledge student accommodation letters, and upload exams for students with approved testing accommodations. By the end of the session, faculty will be prepared to use the system efficiently and confidently to support the accommodation process. Facilitated by Kristina Page	Register for Navigating the New Disability Support Services Portal (8.20.26)	Join Navigating the New Disability Support Services Portal (8.20.26)
August 20, 2026 1:00-2:00 In-Person: Joyner Library 1008	Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (8.20.26)*	Working to make your course materials accessible? Drop by the OFE for personalized support, get answers to your questions, and have dedicated time to work on your course with accessibility guidance available. Registration is not required. Facilitated by Amber Arnold	Register for Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (8.20.26)	In-Person: Joyner Library 1008
August 21, 2026 9:00-9:30	Navigating the New Disability Support Services Portal (8.21.26)	This session provides faculty with an introduction to the new DSS Portal and its key features. Participants will learn how to navigate the DSS Portal, review and acknowledge student accommodation letters, and upload exams for students with approved testing accommodations. By the end of the session, faculty will be prepared to use the system efficiently and confidently to support the accommodation process. Facilitated by Kristina Page	Register for Navigating the New Disability Support Services Portal (8.21.26)	Join Navigating the New Disability Support Services Portal (8.21.26)
August 24, 2026 10:00-11:00	Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (8.24.26)*	Working to make your course materials accessible? Join this virtual session to get help, ask questions, or have dedicated time to work on your course with accessibility guidance available. Registration is not required. Facilitated by Amber Arnold	Register for Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (8.24.26)	Join Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (8.24.26)
August 25, 2026 9:00-9:30	Navigating the New Disability Support Services Portal (8.25.26)	This session provides faculty with an introduction to the new DSS Portal and its key features. Participants will learn how to navigate the DSS Portal, review and acknowledge student accommodation letters, and upload exams for students with approved testing accommodations. By the end of the session, faculty will be prepared to use the system efficiently and confidently to support the accommodation process. Facilitated by Kristina Page	Register for Navigating the New Disability Support Services Portal (8.25.26)	Join Navigating the New Disability Support Services Portal (8.25.26)
August 26, 2026 9:00-9:30	Navigating the New Disability Support Services Portal (8.26.26)	This session provides faculty with an introduction to the new DSS Portal and its key features. Participants will learn how to navigate the DSS Portal, review and acknowledge student accommodation letters, and upload exams for students with approved testing accommodations. By the end of the session, faculty will be prepared to use the system efficiently and confidently to support the accommodation process. Facilitated by Kristina Page	Register for Navigating the New Disability Support Services Portal (8.26.26)	Join Navigating the New Disability Support Services Portal (8.26.26)
August 26, 2026 10:00-11:30	Accessibility Checkers for Documents (8.26.26)*	Learn how to check documents for accessibility issues using a variety of tools and techniques. This session provides practical guidance on reviewing documents with built-in checkers, testing color contrast, and performing basic screen reader checks to support inclusive and compliant content. The last 30 minutes of the session will be reserved for questions. Facilitated by Rachel Cessna	Register for Accessibility Checkers for Documents (8.26.26)	Join Accessibility Checkers for Documents (8.26.26)
August 28, 2026 9:00-9:30	Navigating the New Disability Support Services Portal (8.28.26)	This session provides faculty with an introduction to the new DSS Portal and its key features. Participants will learn how to navigate the DSS Portal, review and acknowledge student accommodation letters, and upload exams for students with approved testing accommodations. By the end of the session, faculty will be prepared to use the system efficiently and confidently to support the accommodation process. Facilitated by Kristina Page	Register for Navigating the New Disability Support Services Portal (8.28.26)	Join Navigating the New Disability Support Services Portal (8.28.26)
August 28, 2026 11:00-12:00 In-Person: Joyner Library 1008	Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (8.28.26)*	Working to make your course materials accessible? Drop by the OFE for personalized support, get answers to your questions, and have dedicated time to work on your course with accessibility guidance available. Registration is not required. Facilitated by Amber Arnold	Register for Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (8.28.26)	In-Person: Joyner Library 1008
September 1, 2026 9:00-10:00 In-Person: Joyner Library 1008	Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.1.26)*	Working to make your course materials accessible? Drop by the OFE for personalized support, get answers to your questions, and have dedicated time to work on your course with accessibility guidance available. Registration is not required. Facilitated by Amber Arnold	Register for Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.1.26)	In-Person: Joyner Library 1008
September 2, 2026 1:00-1:30	Supporting Students at Every Stage: ECU CONNECT's New Undergraduate Survey Model	Discover ECU CONNECT's redesigned undergraduate survey model, created to better support students at every stage of their academic journey. This session introduces the new approach to 1000/2000- and 3000/4000-level surveys, highlighting how developmentally aligned tracking items provide more meaningful opportunities to recognize success, identify concerns, and connect students with timely support. Participants will leave with an understanding of the updates and how the new model enhances faculty feedback while strengthening student success efforts across the undergraduate experience. Facilitated by Dylan Moore	Register for Supporting Students at Every Stage: ECU CONNECT's New Undergraduate Survey Model	Join Supporting Students at Every Stage: ECU CONNECT's New Undergraduate Survey Model
September 2, 2026 1:30-2:00	Graduate Success by Design: Data, Partnerships, and ECU Connect	Explore how ECU CONNECT is evolving to better support graduate and professional students through intentional partnerships, data-informed strategies, and enhanced functionality. This session highlights recent growth in graduate engagement, key enhancements driven by collaboration with the Graduate School and academic programs, and how ECU CONNECT is being leveraged to create a more connected and proactive graduate student success experience. Participants will gain insight into the future direction of graduate student support at ECU and opportunities to engage with these initiatives. Facilitated by Dylan Moore and Susan Eckert	Register for Graduate Success by Design: Data, Partnerships, and ECU Connect	Join Graduate Success by Design: Data, Partnerships, and ECU Connect
September 2, 2026 3:00-4:00	Considering Neurotypes: Rethinking Writing Instruction (9.2.26)	Students bring valuable perspectives and unique cognitive strengths to the writing process, yet traditional writing instruction often fails to tap into such potential. This workshop invites instructors to rethink writing by exploring how students with particular neurotypes engage with language, organization, and expression. Participants will gain insight into potential challenges related to executive functioning, working memory, and sensory processing that can affect writing. Through interactive discussions and case studies, we will examine practical, research-based strategies to create more inclusive and supportive writing environments. Attendees will leave with concrete approaches for fostering neurodiverse students' strengths while addressing possible barriers to writing success. Facilitated by Soph Myers-Kelley	Register for Considering Neurotypes: Rethinking Writing Instruction (9.2.26)	Join Considering Neurotypes: Rethinking Writing Instruction (9.2.26)
September 3, 2026 3:00-4:00	Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.3.26)*	Working to make your course materials accessible? Join this virtual session to get help, ask questions, or have dedicated time to work on your course with accessibility guidance available. Registration is not required. Facilitated by Amber Arnold	Register for Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.3.26)	Join Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.3.26)
September 9, 2026 10:00-11:30	Accessibility for Microsoft Word (9.9.26)*	This session introduces practical techniques for creating accessible Microsoft Word documents using built-in tools. Topics include headings, lists, tables, alt text, and accessibility checks to support inclusive and compliant content. The last 30 minutes of the session will be reserved for questions. Facilitated by Rachel Cessna	Register for Accessibility for Microsoft Word (9.9.26)	Join Accessibility for Microsoft Word (9.9.26)
September 9, 2026 3:00-4:00 In-Person: Joyner Library 1008	Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.9.26)*	Working to make your course materials accessible? Drop by the OFE for personalized support, get answers to your questions, and have dedicated time to work on your course with accessibility guidance available. Registration is not required. Facilitated by Amber Arnold	Register for Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.9.26)	In-Person: Joyner Library 1008
September 11, 2026 12:00-1:00	Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.11.26)*	Working to make your course materials accessible? Join this virtual session to get help, ask questions, or have dedicated time to work on your course with accessibility guidance available. Registration is not required. Facilitated by Amber Arnold	Register for Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.11.26)	Join Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.11.26)
September 14, 2026 10:00-10:15	Polish Your PDFs and Ditch Those Scans (9.14.26)*	Learn how to create clean, accessible PDFs by improving formatting, text clarity, and usability while replacing low-quality scans with more effective, student-friendly documents. Facilitated by Stacy Muse	Register for Polish Your PDFs and Ditch Those Scans (9.14.26)	Join Polish Your PDFs and Ditch Those Scans (9.14.26)
September 14, 2026 11:00-11:30	UDL in Action: Designing Options for Student Interaction	This session will provide options for Universal Design for Learning that will help to promote positive interaction between students and faculty. Facilitated by Justin Littlefield	Register for UDL in Action: Designing Options for Student Interaction	Join UDL in Action: Designing Options for Student Interaction
September 14, 2026 4:00-5:00 In-Person: Joyner Library 1008	Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.14.26)*	Working to make your course materials accessible? Drop by the OFE for personalized support, get answers to your questions, and have dedicated time to work on your course with accessibility guidance available. Registration is not required. Facilitated by Amber Arnold	Register for Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.14.26)	In-Person: Joyner Library 1008
September 15, 2026 10:00-10:15	Helping Students See Content Through Color Contrast (9.15.26)*	Learn how to apply effective color contrast principles to improve readability and accessibility, ensuring all students can clearly see and engage with your course content. Facilitated by Stacy Muse	Register for Helping Students See Content Through Color Contrast (9.15.26)	Join Helping Students See Content Through Color Contrast (9.15.26)
September 15, 2026 11:00-11:30	UDOIT for Success: Making Your Canvas Courses Accessible*	Make your course materials accessible for all students by learning more about UDOIT. ECU’s course accessibility checker. Facilitated by Justin Littlefield	Register for UDOIT for Success: Making Your Canvas Courses Accessible	Join UDOIT for Success: Making Your Canvas Courses Accessible
September 15, 2026 2:00-3:00	Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.15.26)*	Working to make your course materials accessible? Join this virtual session to get help, ask questions, or have dedicated time to work on your course with accessibility guidance available. Registration is not required. Facilitated by Amber Arnold	Register for Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.15.26)	Join Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.15.26)
September 15, 2026 3:00-4:00	HOiST: Updates on International Student Policies and Supports	There have been some recent changes regarding time limits for studying as an international student, and Global Affairs is here to share information, provide clarification, and guide faculty and staff on how you can support our International Students in your work spaces. Facilitated by Lauren Thorn, Cathy Knudson, and Jon Rezek	Register for HOiST: Updates on International Student Policies and Supports	Join HOiST: Updates on International Student Policies and Supports
September 16, 2026 10:00-11:30	Accessibility for Microsoft PowerPoint (9.16.26)*	This session introduces practical techniques for creating accessible Microsoft PowerPoint presentations using built-in tools. Topics include slide structure, reading order, color contrast, alt text, and accessibility checks to support inclusive and compliant content. The last 30 minutes of the session will be reserved for questions. Facilitated by Rachel Cessna	Register for Accessibility for Microsoft PowerPoint (9.16.26)	Join Accessibility for Microsoft PowerPoint (9.16.26)
September 22, 2026 10:00-11:00 In-Person: Joyner Library 1008	Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.22.26)*	Working to make your course materials accessible? Drop by the OFE for personalized support, get answers to your questions, and have dedicated time to work on your course with accessibility guidance available. Registration is not required. Facilitated by Amber Arnold	Register for Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.22.26)	In-Person: Joyner Library 1008
September 24, 2026 3:30-4:30	HOiST: Updates on Loan Repayment and Borrowing Limits	What is the latest on loan policies and borrowing limits for our students? Financial Aid and Financial Wellness will provide details about how these changes have affected our students and resources that are available for students entering your programs or those close to graduation. Facilitated by Lauren Thorn, Kevin Sutton, and Julie Poorman	Register for HOiST: Updates on Loan Repayment and Borrowing Limits	Join HOiST: Updates on Loan Repayment and Borrowing Limits
September 25, 2026 9:00-10:00	Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.25.26)*	Working to make your course materials accessible? Join this virtual session to get help, ask questions, or have dedicated time to work on your course with accessibility guidance available. Registration is not required. Facilitated by Amber Arnold	Register for Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.25.26)	Join Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.25.26)
September 30, 2026 1:00-2:00	Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.30.26)*	Working to make your course materials accessible? Join this virtual session to get help, ask questions, or have dedicated time to work on your course with accessibility guidance available. Registration is not required. Facilitated by Amber Arnold	Register for Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.30.26)	Join Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (9.30.26)
October 1, 2026 12:00-1:00 In-Person: Joyner Library 1008	Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (10.1.26)*	Working to make your course materials accessible? Drop by the OFE for personalized support, get answers to your questions, and have dedicated time to work on your course with accessibility guidance available. Registration is not required. Facilitated by Amber Arnold	Register for Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (10.1.26)	In-Person: Joyner Library 1008
October 1, 2026 2:00-3:30	Accessibility Checkers for Documents (10.1.26)*	Learn how to check documents for accessibility issues using a variety of tools and techniques. This session provides practical guidance on reviewing documents with built-in checkers, testing color contrast, and performing basic screen reader checks to support inclusive and compliant content. The last 30 minutes of the session will be reserved for questions. Facilitated by Rachel Cessna	Register for Accessibility Checkers for Documents (10.1.26)	Join Accessibility Checkers for Documents (10.1.26)
October 6, 2026 10:00-10:15	Anchor Your Floating Elements (10.6.26)*	Learn how to properly anchor images, text boxes, and media so they stay in place, improving layout consistency, accessibility, and the overall user experience in your course materials. Facilitated by Stacy Muse	Register for Anchor Your Floating Elements (10.6.26)	Join Anchor Your Floating Elements (10.6.26)
October 7, 2026 2:00-3:00	HOiST: Student Mental Health and Well-Being	Mid-semester in the fall can often be a challenging time for our students’ mental health, and this session will provide an overview of the available resources and services for our students. Join to learn more about how you can support student well-being and connect with the important offerings from the Center for Counseling and Student Development, Dean of Students and Campus Recreation and Wellness. Facilitated by Lauren Thorn, Valerie Kisler-Van Reede, and Stacy Stanford	Register for HOiST: Student Mental Health and Well-Being	Join HOiST: Student Mental Health and Well-Being
October 7, 2026 4:00-5:00	Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (10.7.26)*	Working to make your course materials accessible? Join this virtual session to get help, ask questions, or have dedicated time to work on your course with accessibility guidance available. Registration is not required. Facilitated by Amber Arnold	Register for Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (10.7.26)	Join Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (10.7.26)
October 8, 2026 2:00-3:00 In-Person: Joyner Library 1008	Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (10.8.26)*	Working to make your course materials accessible? Drop by the OFE for personalized support, get answers to your questions, and have dedicated time to work on your course with accessibility guidance available. Registration is not required. Facilitated by Amber Arnold	Register for Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (10.8.26)	In-Person: Joyner Library 1008
October 13, 2026 8:00-9:00	Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (10.13.26)*	Working to make your course materials accessible? Join this virtual session to get help, ask questions, or have dedicated time to work on your course with accessibility guidance available. Registration is not required. Facilitated by Amber Arnold	Register for Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (10.13.26)	Join Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (10.13.26)
October 14, 2026 8:00-9:00 In-Person: Joyner Library 1008	Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (10.14.26)*	Working to make your course materials accessible? Drop by the OFE for personalized support, get answers to your questions, and have dedicated time to work on your course with accessibility guidance available. Registration is not required. Facilitated by Amber Arnold	Register for Course Accessibility Drop-In Support (10.14.26)	In-Person: Joyner Library 1008
October 15, 2026 2:00-3:30	Accessibility for Microsoft Word (10.15.26)*	This session introduces practical techniques for creating accessible Microsoft Word documents using built-in tools. Topics include headings, lists, tables, alt text, and accessibility checks to support inclusive and compliant content. The last 30 minutes of the session will be reserved for questions. Facilitated by Rachel Cessna	Register for Accessibility for Microsoft Word (10.15.26)	Join Accessibility for Microsoft Word (10.15.26)