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Wendy Torres, Ed.D

@techsnacks.bsky.social
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Believer ✝️ Proud mother of 2 blessings, Senior Instructional and Digital Accessibility Specialist at Coppin State University, Adjunct, USMC Veteran, ASAN, A11y🇵🇷 Yes, accessibility is a civil right.❤️ Love to teach🎓

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Veronica Lewis, M.Ed. 👩‍🦯 @veron4ica.com · 25/09/2026
Happy #DollyParton day! Learn more about the Imagination Library‘s Braille Tales program and how to find Dolly’s books in accessible formats for blind/low vision readers (including visually impaired parents!) #accessibility www.pathstoliteracy.org/dolly-parton...
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Dolly Parton’s Literacy Legacy – Paths to Literacy
Paths to Literacy Dolly Parton’s Literacy Legacy. For teachers, families, and others interested in literacy for children and youth with visual impairments
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Lainey Feingold @lflegal.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
New interview about the #AccessibilityEthics book. I’m hoping this article can help break down the silos between Business compliance and Ethics and #DigitalAccessibility #DigitalAccessibilityEthics #a11y #Disability complianceandethics.org/should-digit...
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Should digital accessibility be considered an ethical imperative? - The Compliance and Ethics Blog
Q&A with digital accessibility advocate Lainey Feingold Most people can agree that accessible technology is a good thing — even an essential thing. Beyond the legal requirements for digital accessibil...
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Join us for the next Blackboard Ally User Group meeting! Kiki (Kirsten) Heintz from UAPTC will share their journey with Blackboard Ally—including their accessibility policy, 90% Ally score goal, and how they got there. Sept. 24 10am ET / 3pm UK Register: connect.blackboard.com/ally-user-gr...
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Ally User Group
Join the Ally User Group for bi-monthly meetings featuring expert presentations and discussions. Register now to share your insights and learn from the community.
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Sigh.
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I Hate It Here Dre Parker
Alt: I want to go home I hate here
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
I am sending the commanders my therapy bill.
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jptelenko.bsky.social @jptelenko.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Damn, damn, damn!!! #commanders
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Yes unfortunately this is true. So they didn’t learn from the first time how damaging this kind of work is? I am shocked it was even approved. Creating trauma for clicks and views, hard NO for me. www.netflix.com/title/81930789
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Watch The New Stanford Prison Experiment | Netflix Official Site
In this modern reimagining of the infamous study, 30 people enter a real prison for two weeks and shifting power dynamics expose what they're capable of.
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Submitted my first solo article for publication in a research journal in August. Got my feedback on it back this week and why I am geeking out about making the edits they requested? 😂 See you get this doctorate and it changes your brain! #Writing #ReleasingMyInnerNerd
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Chris Pratt (Andy Dwyer) Smiling & Clapping
Alt: Chris Pratt (Andy Dwyer) Smiling & Clapping Looking eager
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
I can already taste my Rocky Road ice cream cone.🍦
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Today is always a hard day for me and many other people. www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...
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Everyone has a story about where they were on September 11, 2001. We remember where we were when we heard the news and, for many of us, the moments that followed are just as vivid. I was a special… |...
Everyone has a story about where they were on September 11, 2001. We remember where we were when we heard the news and, for many of us, the moments that followed are just as vivid. I was a special ed...
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Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar) @autisticrealms.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Why Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is Harmful for Autistic and Neurodivergent Young People autisticrealms.com/why-pbs-is-h...
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Why PBS is Harmful for Autistic and Neurodivergent Young People | Autistic Realms
Exploring why and how Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) can harm Autistic people. #Neurodiversity #AutismAcceptance #PBS #DisabilityJustice
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
@ksuding.bsky.social @cast-udl.bsky.social wink wink 👇🏽
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
Him and Miles on the same team?! That's like two T-rexes looking at our offensive linemen line like they are appetizers who wear pork chop cologne . We are doomed! #LongSufferingCommmadersFan
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Woman takes father’s place at work. Things escalate.
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Man gets remote work assignment. Meets the neighbors.
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Veronica Lewis, M.Ed. 👩‍🦯 @veron4ica.com · 29/08/2026
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library gave many children access to their first braille books. Here is a guest post from Paths to Literacy about #DollyParton and her literacy legacy, along with more recommendations for Dolly-approved accessible books! www.pathstoliteracy.org/dolly-parton...
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Dolly Parton’s Literacy Legacy – Paths to Literacy
Paths to Literacy Dolly Parton’s Literacy Legacy. For teachers, families, and others interested in literacy for children and youth with visual impairments
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Years of therapy await this lil one…#LongSufferingCommmadersFans
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AltSpaceForce 🚀🇺🇲 @altspaceforce.altgov.info · 25/08/2026
Dolly Parton wanted the Imagination Library to continue its work. Her family has asked that it be supported in lieu of flowers.
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Home
Make a donation and support Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in communities around the world and help put more books into the hands of more children.
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
What you mean the reaper came for Dolly?! May she rest in peace. She was one our good ones.
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Jazzie✨✌🏽✊🏽🍉 @jazziedo.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Still processing Hayden’s passing and now Dolly is gone?!?? Lord take this year atp bc I’m done.
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Thats It I’m Done Fed Up
Alt: Thats It I’m Done Fed Up gif
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Looks like my kids this morning!
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
The 2026 College Autism Summit will be held right here in Baltimore in 2026. The Summit's Employer Series specifically focuses on creating and sustaining neuroinclusive workplaces and strengthening the transition from college to career. www.collegeautismnetwork.org/events/2026-...
2026 College Autism Summit
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Trojan horse is a good way to phrase it. Probably better then the words I would choose:😶 www.insidehighered.com/opinion/view...
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Linda McMahon’s Trojan Horse (opinion)
Don’t kid yourself: This administration is not letting up its attacks on higher ed.
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Happy 24th birthday to my daughter, Jasmine. Jazzie, 24 years ago you came into our world. I still can’t believe God chose me to be your mother. Thank you for being my light in the darkness, the best big sister to your brother and the best gift I have ever received. I am so proud of you.
A collage of a baby Jasmine.A collage of Jasmine and her mother in different stages of life. Jazzie as baby with her mother holding her looking at her lovingly.  Jasmine and her mother matching in purple shirts and jeans.
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Visited the new National Geographic Museum of Exploration in DC. As someone who works in digital accessibility, I notice accessibility everywhere. This museum impressed me. 8.9/10 for accessibility-thoughtfully designed, and inclusive. #AllMeansAll moe.nationalgeographic.org/en/visit/acc...
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Accessibility Support | National Geographic Museum of Exploration
At the Museum of Exploration, we are committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where everyone can engage with our exhibitions and services.
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Join Coppin! They are having an adjunct hiring fair this Saturday, August 8th, 10:00am-2:00pm.
COPPIN STATE UNIVERSITY
EST. 1900

Join us for our

# Adjunct Faculty Hiring Fair

and help shape the next generation of Eagles.

Coppin State University is seeking qualified individuals to teach courses in the following disciplines:

English • Philosophy • Health Sciences • Psychology • Sociology • History • Speech • Dance • Mathematics • Biology • Political Science and more

Minimum of 18 graduate credits in a discipline required for consideration

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Saturday, August 8, 2026 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Location:
Physical Education Complex, 3rd Floor
Free Parking located on Lot H

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 Please bring the following items:

* Resume/Curriculum Vitae
* Transcript (if available)
* Two Forms of Identification:

  * Driver’s License or Passport **and**
  * Social Security Card or Birth Certificate

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Visit our website at www.coppin.edu](http://www.coppin.edu),search Careers,” and apply.

For more information, email **[AskHR@coppin.edu](mailto:AskHR@coppin.edu)** or call **(410) 951-3666**.
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Wow! Just submitted my first solo journal entry for publication!🤯 I had co-authored journal articles with others, but this is my first one where I am the sole author. #LifeInAcademia
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Pengu the Penguin Crying Emotionally
Alt: Pengu the Penguin being both nervous and excited at the same time holding a manuscript
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
One of the many reasons I am proud to work at Coppin. www.thebanner.com/education/hi...
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The gamble behind Maryland’s most affordable university
Rather than raising tuition to bring in more revenue, Coppin State University slashed it, wagering that a more affordable college would draw more students.
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Karl Groves @karlgroves.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Check out the newest version of WCAG-EM, released today. This is a robust methodology. I f you're a person responsible for doing accessibility audits at your company, this is the roadmap you should follow. www.w3.org/TR/wcag-em-2/
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WCAG Evaluation Methodology (WCAG-EM) 2.0
This document describes a methodology with a step-by-step process to evaluate how well digital products conform to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
A #Bbt26 day!🏆 Honored to join my colleagues Annie Torres and Dr. Dionne Curbeam in accepting the 2026 Blackboard Catalyst Award for Innovation in Accessibility on behalf of Coppin State University's IDEA Team. Having my mom and daughter there to share the moment made it even more special.
Wendy sits with the Catalyst Award smiling. Wendy, Dr Curbeam and Annie Torres pose with the catalyst award.Wendy smiling with her mother and daughter. Wendy with her daughter smiling on the red carpet.
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Just came back from a trip and my 23 year old daughter says “ Yay, mom’s home . I don’t have to be the adult anymore!”
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Ooop And I Oop Reaction
Alt: Young girl looking around with a funny expression on her face like she is saying opp!
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Mother Jones @motherjones.com · 25/06/2026
“I am not going to let this administration move us back to a time when people were ripped out of their communities, ripped out of their homes,” @duckworth.senate.gov told Mother Jones. @juliametraux.bsky.social spoke with the senator about her plans to fight back.
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Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) @autisticadvocacy.org · 23/06/2026
Moving the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) and the Office of Civil Rights (OCR) out of the Department of Education will harm disabled students. Take action now — tell Congress to protect the rights of students with disabilities: aapd.quorum.us/campaign/148...
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American Association of People with Disabilities
American Association of People with Disabilities
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Excited to share that our Coppin State University's I.D.E.A. Team has been recognized with a 2026 Blackboard Catalyst Award for Innovation in Accessibility. Out of 100 nominations, only 30 winners were selected worldwide. Aye Coppin! 💙🦅 www.blackboard.com/news/blackbo...
2026 Catalyst award
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
I feel strangely seen…..😹
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Went to bed thinking the Knicks lost the game only to find out they won! Wow!!🤯 #ThePowerofSports
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Two emails. Same day. 1) “Here is your digital graduation certificate.” 2) “ Your Frostburg account will be deleted soon” Frostburg really said congrats…now log out!🤣 Proud to officially be done and excited for what’s next! www.parchment.com/lp/award/b92...
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Just received my Diploma from Frostburg State University.
Frostburg State University issues digital credentials with Parchment. Click to verify my Wendolyn Velez-Torres and see more about my accomplishment.
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CAST @cast-udl.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
"I've never heard anyone say it's too accessible."—Dr. Wendy Velez-Torres Tune in to hear what it takes to move from awareness to action on #DigitalAccessibility. Apple pulse.ly/e7dqjppvc9 Spotify pulse.ly/nxzgiphgz4 YouTube pulse.ly/knrmqbgit9 ✅ Be sure to subscribe!
Promotional graphic for The Learning Experience podcast, Season 5 Episode 9: From Awareness to Action: Advancing Accessibility for Everyone, featuring Dr. Wendy Velez-Torres, Sr. Instructional & Digital Accessibility Specialist at Coppin State University.
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Accessibility Awareness @a11yawareness.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
This Thursday marks the 15th Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). If you're a teacher and you're looking for activities, Veronica Lewis has created a resource that introduces digital accessibility concepts and skills to students and teachers in a hands-on, practical way.
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Global Accessibility Awareness Day: Activity Ideas For Students
Free activity ideas for Global Accessibility Awareness Day that teach students about disability, assistive technology, and digital accessibility
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Why is my daughter trying to break me? What is this wet stuff in my eyes.🥹
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
How it started…. How it ended… The best is yet to come! #DoctorateJourney
A 20 year old Wendy graduating with her bachelors in education, smiling at the camera .
Wendy with her kids on her side wearing her masters of education regalia.  Jazzie is 10 years old and Xavier is a sleepy toddler. Wendy with her kids flagging her on each side as they smile at the camera wearing her doctorate regalia!Wendy by her car wearing her regalia.
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 10/05/2026
Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers, step mothers, adoptive mothers, foster mothers, expecting mothers, mothers who have lost children, mothers we have lost, grandmothers, sisters and all the mother figures. It is the hardest job in the world, a lifetime commitment and the greatest one there is
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CAST @cast-udl.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Global Accessibility Awareness Day #GAAD is May 21! Begin convos on a11y w @techsnacks.bsky.social @dtourudl.bsky.social @ksuding.bsky.social @eyeonaxs.bsky.social on Learning Experience Podcast bit.ly/GAADwendy TY Dr. Wendy Velez-Torres! Our team is grateful 4 all of the work u do in the field.
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The Learning Experience, S5 E8: From Awareness to Action
Dr. Wendy Velez-Torres, an accessibility expert and recent PhD grad, discusses her passion, career journey, and impactful research.
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
I had a blast being a guest on this podcast! Thank you @cast-udl.bsky.social for having me! #GAAD www.cast.org/resources/ti...
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The Learning Experience, S5 E8: From Awareness to Action
Dr. Wendy Velez-Torres, an accessibility expert and recent PhD grad, discusses her passion, career journey, and impactful research.
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Today is my youngest 15th birthday! Happy birthday Xavier! I can’t believe you are 15. Since the day you entered this world you have been an example of resilience, joy, compassion, boundless humor/energy and empathy. We are blessed to have you in our lives. Keep moving mountains like only you can.❤️
Xavier, his mom and his sister smiling Baby Xavier with his mom and sister.Xavier wearing a giants jersey with his mom 
 wearing a commanders jersey.Xavier towering over his mom smiling at Christmas time.
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Daughter: “You look like a professor in that outfit.” Me:🤨 I am a professor. Daughter( doing her best Ever After impression) Yes, Yes but today you look it! Me: Thank you….I think….🤣
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a woman is smiling and saying i shall try .
Alt: A woman is smiling coyly and saying I shall try .
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Well color me shocked( NOT)! This administration has nothing but disdain for the disabled community and its allies. ADA and IDEA are civil rights laws.
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Andy Serkis' Animal Farm just got a new trailer, but you shouldn't watch it Yup, George Orwell is rolling over in his grave going “ You all missed the whole point of the book didn’t you?” 🤦🏽‍♀️ www.msn.com/en-us/movies...
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MSN
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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
I was walking on campus and saw this advertised on our digital signage . My heart swelled with excitement! If you haven’t watch Crip Camp you should! It is available on Netflix’s and YouTube. #AyeCoppin
MATINEE
CRIP CAMP
A DISABILITY REVOLUTION
Winner – Sundance
Join us for a cozy movie! ‘Crip Camp’ is about a free-spirited summer camp for teens with disabilities in the 1970s that inspired a movement for disability rights.
MARCH 26TH
1–3 PM
DRINKS & SNACKS PROVIDED
LOCATION:
Room to Breathe
Grace Hill Jacobs Building
W 2500 N Ave
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Lainey Feingold @lflegal.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Important! Threat to the #ADA Title II web and mobile #accessibility rule Read. Take action. #Resist convergeaccessibility.com/2026/03/17/r.... #disability
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Red Alert: DOJ Web Rule in Danger
Last June, I wrote about the growing threats to the DOJ’s ADA Title II Web Accessibility Rule. That warning feels understated now. If you care about the accessibility of state and local government web...
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