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On Friday, November 8, 2013, four members of University of the Rockies’ academic staff joined 40 other experts on accessibility and curriculum access in higher education at the 2013 Accessing Higher Ground Conference in Westminster, Colo.

The conference focuses on the implementation and benefits of accessible media, universal design, and assistive technology in the university, business and public setting.

University of the Rockies’ academic staff members Chadd Spencer, Dr. Julie Frese, Dr. Marilyn Force, and Francesca Galarraga presented Using Universal Instructional Design: A Study of Faculty Processes and Universal Instructional Design Strategies to Broaden the Pathway to Academic Success.

Dr. Force introduced the grounded principles of Universal Instructional Design (UID), Spencer explained how University of the Rockies implements UID and the Quality Matters rubric, and Dr. Frese shared the results of a questionnaire distributed to University of the Rockies faculty.

To conclude the presentation, University of the Rockies Director of Diversity Francesca Galarraga discussed how the application of UID will enhance an inclusive environment for all students.

About University of the Rockies

University of the Rockies is a leading graduate school of the social and behavioral sciences that offers programs for students seeking their PhD, PsyD, or Master of Arts degree. In addition to the campus in Colorado Springs, Colo., students may take classes at a state-of-the-art instructional site in downtown Denver, Colo., or work toward degrees online from anywhere in the country. Whether on campus or online, University of the Rockies students enjoy the same access to industry professionals, research, and publishing opportunities. For more information, please visit rockies.edu or call Shari Winet, Vice President of Public Relations, at 866.621.0124 x2513.