As the University of Iowa expands its digital presence, ensuring your content is accessible goes beyond just meeting requirements. 

It’s about building a space where everyone, regardless of ability, can connect and engage with your content. The U.S. Department of Justice requires that all digital content, including websites and apps, meet accessibility standards under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act by April 24, 2026.

How does this affect you?

As a member of the university’s web community, it’s your responsibility to ensure that the digital content from your department or unit is accessible. 

Use these resources to get started:

Accessibility tips and insights

Accessibility made simple: Why you should try the Siteimprove extension

Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Making your website accessible doesn’t have to be complicated. If you’re already using Siteimprove, you know how helpful it is for maintaining standards and catching issues. But there’s another tool that can make your workflow even smoother: the Siteimprove browser extension.

Ensuring ADA Title II compliance for your Iowa website

Monday, December 15, 2025
ADA compliance doesn’t have to be overwhelming. At the University of Iowa, we want to make every website accessible to everyone. In this guide, you’ll learn what ADA Title II means, why it matters, and practical steps to keep your site compliant.

Understanding web accessibility: Key resources for the Iowa web community

Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Ensuring your content is accessible is vital—not just for legal compliance, but to make sure everyone can engage with it. This guide will help you get started and provide the resources you need.
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When websites make you dizzy

Thursday, December 15, 2022
While video autoplay can be engaging, it is not without risk. Learn how video autoplay can be hurting your users and how to make your Iowa website accessible to all.
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Letting users stay in control: Why new browser windows aren’t always a good idea

Tuesday, October 15, 2024
When we're browsing the web, clicking on buttons or hyperlinks is something we do without thinking twice. But here's a key point to consider: should your links open in a new browser window?

Want to learn more?

We are not just meeting accessibility requirements; we are actively fostering a culture of accessibility for all Hawkeyes. Visit the university’s accessibility website for more resources.