CU Denver Campus Accessibility
We strive to ensure that people with disabilities have equal, available and reliable access to the organization’s services, digital content, and technologies. Our promise encompasses our offerings made available through both technology and our people.
Digital Accessibility Statement
The University of Colorado Denver is committed to ongoing accessibility initiatives aligned with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.1, levels A and AA criteria. These efforts aim to enhance accessibility for users with sensory, cognitive, and mobility disabilities, fostering an inclusive online environment for all individuals. The university’s commitment to equal access to IT has been more formally stated through the publication of an IT Digital Accessibility Policy.
Digital Accessibility Resources
CU Denver fully supports Colorado law, which emphasizes digital accessibility for all individuals. Resources and information regarding digital accessibility — including websites, applications and documents — are available to ensure that everyone can access and use university digital content and services.
Use the links below to report a digital accessibility barrier, a physical barrier, or a discrimination or harassment occurrence.
Digital Accessibility Barrier
Report any barriers that limit your ability to access information or edit content across websites, course materials, documents, videos, software, or other digital tools so we can ensure they are usable by everyone, including people with disabilities.
Physical Barrier
If you encounter physical ADA barriers on campus, please report them by emailing DC_Facilities_Dispatch@ucdenver.edu. Accessible parking is available in nearly all Auraria Campus lots for vehicles with a state-issued or campus-issued hangtag.
Discrimination or Harassment
The Office of Equity (OE) provides resources and support, as appropriate, to ensure all involved parties have access to a safe and inclusive working and academic environment.
Accommodations for Students
CU Denver encourages students with disabilities to talk with the Office of Disability Resources & Services to identify any needs and accommodations.
Accommodations for Employees
The university actively promotes the use of appropriate accommodations for faculty, staff, and campus visitors with disabilities. These accommodations are tailored to individual needs and provided on a case-by-case basis.
Parking & Transportation
Accessible parking for students, staff and visitors is available in nearly all Auraria Campus parking lots. Parking spaces are marked and reserved for vehicles that have a state-issued or campus-issued hangtag.
Including Students and Faculty Who Are Disabled
Information for faculty on better including and accommodating students in your courses, as well as information on campus-related disability resources for faculty who are disabled.
Learn more about making your digital assets more accessible with training events. You can also access popular on-demand training videos tailored specifically to the CU Denver community.
One-on-one support is available to CU Denver faculty and staff by scheduling with TIPS and choosing “Digital Accessibility Support.”