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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Someone on the marketing team is a certified evil genius.

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-...

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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 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 · 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 · 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 · 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...

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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!

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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 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 · 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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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Bluey should be required watching for timeline cleanses!

An animated dog holding a pink lizard toy in her hands while wearing roller skates. This is from the show Bluey

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

Why must not forget and exercise our right to vote…posted with alt text

Screenshot of a social media post by civil rights leader John Lewis dated March 7, 2020. The post reads: “55 years ago today, we were beaten, tear gassed, and trampled by horses. I thought I saw death. I thought I was going to die. I don't know how I made it back, but I know we cannot rest. We cannot become weary. We must keep pushing and pulling and find a way to get in the way.” Below the text is a historic black-and-white photograph from the 1965 Selma voting rights march showing state troopers violently attacking civil rights marchers with batons while protesters fall or attempt to shield themselves. Buildings and a sign reading “Haisten’s Mattress & Awning Company” appear in the background.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

My colleagues surprised me by putting this in my office and changing my official nameplate on my office door to “Dr. Wendy Velez-Torres” #GreatPlaceToWork #CoppinStateUniv

Wendy Torres smiling beside large gold “DR” balloons at a celebration, standing among white and purple balloons with colorful artwork in the background.

Wendy Torres adjusting large gold “DR” balloons while looking up at them, surrounded by white and purple balloons in her office.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

With All text….Still dreaming aren’t we all

A four-panel cartoon from PhD Comics. In the first panel, two academics sit with coffee. One says, “I had a dream the other day that my research made the world a better place.” In the second panel, a group of people read printed papers, with the caption, “I dreamt that my papers were read by millions of people…” In the third panel, hands of different skin tones shake over an image of the Earth, with the caption, “…and that my ideas were so revolutionary, they inspired peace and equality for all.” In the final panel, back with the two academics, one asks, “Then you woke up?” The other replies, “Nope. Still dreaming.”

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Here is the full image description (check alt text) “Liam is not the only child subjected to this treatment.”

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

Here is the full statement for the alt text. We know what we saw. We know what we are seeing. We know what they are trying to do.

Statement from Michael and Susan Pretti
Parents of Alex Jeffrey Pretti
"We are heartbroken but also very angry.
Alex was a kindhearted soul who cared deeply for his family and friends and also the American veterans whom he cared for as an
ICU nurse at the Minneapolis VA hospital. Alex wanted to make a difference in this world. Unfortunately, he will not be with us to see his impact.
I do not throw around the 'hero' term lightly. However, his last thought and act was to protect a woman. The sickening lies told about our son by the administration are reprehensible and disgusting. Alex is clearly not holding a gun when attacked by Trump's murdering and cowardly ICE thugs. He had his phone in his right hand and his empty left hand is raised above his head while trying to protect the woman ICE just pushed down, all while being pepper sprayed.
Please get the truth out about our son. He was a good man. Thank you.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 21/12/2025

Adjunct professor by day. Dissertation writer by night. This is what academia will do to you in the final stretch — even Santa isn’t safe. #AcademicHumor #DissertationLife #AdjunctLife

Four-panel comic set outdoors in winter. Two adults wearing coats, scarves, and gloves stand outside holding cups of coffee and talking.
Panel 1: One character says, “I’m telling you, he keeps a list of people he likes and dislikes…”
Panel 2: The other character responds, “He’s got elves slaving away all year doing menial tasks for little or no pay…”
Panel 3: The first character continues, “He always wears the same vest and he only shows up once a year.”
Panel 4: The second character reacts with surprise and says, “Santa Claus is a professor!!” The first character replies, “Ho, Ho, Ho? It’s the null hypothesis!”
The joke humorously compares Santa Claus to an academic, using traits associated with faculty work and research culture.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

I found this online and once again I feel weirdly seen and attacked at the same time. ( I detect a trend) #ThePowerOfTheTorresName

A black long-sleeve shirt displayed flat on a plain background. The shirt features a large block of stylized text printed in gold and white. At the top, in bold gold capital letters, it reads “TORRES.” Below, various decorative fonts and banner elements present a series of descriptive phrases. The text includes statements such as “Completely unexplainable,” “Notices everything but won’t say it,” and two gold arrow banners that read “The most loyal friend and dedicated lover” and “Has zero tolerance for stupidity.” Additional lines describe traits like being “Professional at lies detecting,” “Tends to hold feelings inside,” and “Their mind will always be 10 steps ahead of yours.” More text reads “The sweetest until provoked,” “Lives by their very own way,” and “A warrior’s mentality with a poet’s soul.” At the bottom, a final line in smaller text states, “Not a fighter but will knock your lights out.” The design is centered on the chest area and uses a combination of serif, script, and block fonts with small star graphics for emphasis.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Successfully defended my proposal now waiting for IRB approval to start my research.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

A beautiful day for a visit to the Air and Space Museum with the fam. Heart full.❤️

Wendy with her two kids Xavier and Jasmine smiling at the camera. It is a bright sunny day outside.

Wendy, Xavier and Jasmine smiling in front of a picture of the earth.

A selfie of the trio with a picture of earth in the background.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

Shamelessly manifesting this doctorate one oversized hoodie at a time. Proposal hearing next stop. 🚂#EdD2026

Wendy with purple hair wearing glasses and a black Frostburg State University “Doctor of Education” hoodie sits at a table with a laptop, resting their head on one hand and looking at the camera with a thoughtful expression.

Wendy with purple hair wearing glasses and a black Frostburg State University “Doctor of Education” hoodie looks upward thoughtfully, resting their chin on one finger while seated indoors near a railing.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 07/09/2025

“These are called temporary disabilities or situational barriers. They may last a few minutes or hours, but for millions of people with permanent disabilities, these barriers don’t just “go away.”-Diana Khalipina(quote and image)

Infographic titled ‘12 everyday temporary disabilities.’ Subtitle: ‘If you checked even one box → you’ve experienced accessibility barriers.’ It lists 12 scenarios with icons: 1) Couldn’t read your screen in bright sunlight. 2) Couldn’t follow a video in a noisy place. 3) One hand busy (carrying something), so can’t type. 4) Lost internet connection—page wouldn’t load. 5) Text too small or too light to read. 6) Keyboard not working—stuck on login form. 7) Too tired to process a wall of text. 8) Buttons/links too close together on mobile. 9) Tried zooming in but the layout broke. 10) Confusing navigation—couldn’t find the info. 11) Slow site, couldn’t wait—gave up. 12) Images with no description/explanation.’

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

So proud to be part of this amazing team! #CoppinProud

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 10/08/2025

Inaugural launch! Coppin’s Digital Accessibility Hub now features our Faculty Showcase & Recognition page, celebrating faculty members who embrace progress over perfection to remove barriers and create inclusive learning environments for all. #CoppinPride www.coppin.edu/digital-acce...

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Autism isn’t a tragedy. But losing our son’s beautiful smile and sense of self to ABA would’ve been. His first social worker used ABA. It did real harm. He thought he had to mask who he is. Thank God we knew better and got him away. Now he’s thriving, being his best self because he can BE himself.

Wendy and Xavier smiling at the zoo. Xavier is smiling boldly and towering over his mother.

Jasmine( Xavier big sister) and Xavier. Xavier is leaning on her shoulder wearing headphones and smiling.

Wendy, Jasmine and Xavier smiling at the zoo. Xavier has a silly reaction on his face.

A young Xavier looking at the ocean and smiling with his mother behind him.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

23 years ago today my life changed for the better…our beautiful baby girl Jasmine was born! Jasmine we could not have asked for a better daughter and your brother won the big sister jackpot! We are so proud of you and being your mom is my greatest blessing. Keep moving mountains, baby girl! ❤️

Xavier when he was about three with an 11 year old Jasmine. Xavier is hugging his sister in an embrace and Jazzie smiles proudly.

Jazzie as toddler with her mom helping her walk.

Wendy and Jasmine posing together as a proud mom
And daughter combo.

Xavier, Jasmine, Victor ( Jasmine’s dad) and Wendy ( Jasmine’s mom) smiling proudly together. Xavier is 14, Jazzie is 23.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

UDL-Con is a few days away! Can’t wait to network with everyone. I am presenting! #UDLCon

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

2 conference presentations down, two more to go! Next conference stop for me #AnthologyTogether followed by #UDLCon this July!🙌🏽

Illustrated promotional poster for UDL-Con 2025 in Washington, DC. At the top, bold text reads: “UDL-CON 2025 WASHINGTON, DC.” Below is a cartoon-style illustration of Wendy Torres with purple hair, wearing a red blazer, smiling and holding a pen with one finger raised. Icons of a lightbulb, an open book, and a tablet surround her. A yellow banner across the middle reads: “Game On: UDL Choose Your Own Adventure for Equity and Accessibility.” At the bottom, text states:
“Wendy Torres
Senior Instructional Digital Accessibility Specialist
Coppin State University.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Friday, Friday, Friday!!! Don't Be Late to This Important Date! There is Still Time to Register for the Accessibility Summer Camp 2025! I am presenting! Join me! 👉 Use this link to register now: www.accessibilityict.org/register?mc_...

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

So my “ baby girl” did a thing today….❤️ How it started….. how it is going….(🥹)

A childhood photo of best friends Sofia and Jasmine at their preschool graduation. Both girls wear shiny light blue gowns and caps. Jasmine holds a purple purse while Sofia gently rests her arm around her friend. They smile brightly, surrounded by small chairs and classmates in the background—marking the start of a lifelong friendship.

Sofia and Jasmine, now young women, recreate a cherished preschool graduation photo outside a restaurant and AMC movie theater. Sofia, on the left, wears a denim jacket and jeans, holding a tan purse with a pink flower. Jasmine, on the right, celebrates graduation in a black and yellow outfit with a white stole, kente sash, and yellow sneakers. Jasmine strikes a playful pose, echoing the childhood photo—capturing the enduring bond of best friends growing up together.

Jasmine at her preschool graduation wearing her blue cap and gown. She is looking proud and confident.

Jasmine 20 years later getting her Bachelors in Science in Psychology from Bowie State. She is wearing a black and gold cap and gown, wearing a kente stole, silver stole and a stole with the Puerto Rico flag on it.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 11/05/2025

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers, step mothers, foster mothers, mothers who adopted, mothers who lost children, aunts, sisters, grandmothers, and all the mother figures in our lives.

mother
[muth-er] noun

Someone who sees the best in her kids even when they drive her crazy. Master multitasker, expert calmer-downer, lie detector, mediator, finder of all things. The hardest job in the world. One who does the work of twenty, for free.
See also: superhuman, therapist, chauffeur, bodyguard, spy

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Awww, look what God did! My baby girl, Bowie State University Class of 2025 graduates on May 23,2025! What is the wet stuff in my eyes? Darn allegeries🥹

Jasmine joyfully tosses her graduation cap into the air in front of a building entrance. She smiles widely, wearing a black Bowie State University sweatshirt and the same BSU kente stole. She is a Afro-latina woman with braids.

The graduate stands outdoors on a university campus with trees and a monument in the background. She smiles with her hands on her hips, wearing a black "Just a Bowie Girl" sweatshirt, a gold skirt, and the BSU kente stole.

Jasmine gazes upward thoughtfully while standing in front of a building with glass doors. She is dressed in a black "Just a Bowie Girl" sweatshirt and the colorful BSU kente stole, exuding pride and reflection

Jasmine wearing a light beige sweatshirt that says "Educate. Support. Empower." stands confidently against a color-blocked wall. She wears a graduation stole with "BSU" in gold letters and a kente cloth pattern, signifying her affiliation with Bowie State University.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

I am at a McDonald’s in DC that has universal designed room space and seating, yet the only way to get in and out of the restaurant is going up and down stairs. 🤦🏽‍♀️ Hmmm, I think someone was absent that day in practicing architecture class! #ADAFail

Stairs leading outside the McDonald’s with no ramp, elevator or accessible door.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

Today is my youngest’s 14th birthday. My dear Xavier, from day one, you’ve been a burst of joy—bubbly, kind, funny, and fiercely resilient. People have tried to define you, but you break every box. I’m so proud of you. Keep being unapologetically you as you move mountains—the world will catch up.❤️ U

Wendy, with vibrant purple curls, and her son Xavier pose for a playful selfie at an indoor shopping center. Both are making silly faces at the camera—Wendy with a slight smirk and Xavier with puckered lips and a hand under his chin. Sunlight filters in, and a fountain can be seen in the background.

Wendy sits in the center of a red amusement park ride with her young son Xavier on her lap, smiling at the camera. To the left, Jasmine, Xavier’s big sister, grins while sitting in the driver’s seat of the ride. The ride is shaped like a fire truck and is covered by a colorful canopy with string lights overhead.

Wendy, wearing a light blue shirt and a backpack, smiles while crouching on a rocky trail, holding Xavier’s hand. Xavier, wearing a gray shirt, sits beside her with a playful expression. They are surrounded by large rocks and greenery, suggesting a nature hike or outdoor adventure.

Wendy, with long purple hair and a gentle smile, takes a selfie with her teenage son Xavier, who now towers over her. They both smile warmly at the camera while standing outside on a residential street. Xavier’s height is noticeable as he stands protectively close, with cars and dry winter grass in the background.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 19/04/2025

The Online Learning Consortium has made the move to the place where the sky is blue! Yay! Give them a follow! @onlinelearningconsortium.org

We moved! The Online Learning Consortium is now on Bluesky 🦋

Effective immediately, OLC will no longer be posting here on X. Give us a follow on Bluesky to keep the conversation going, as we continue to advance digital learning leadership everywhere.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 13/04/2025

Thrilled to share that my presentation, Game On: UDL Choose Your Own Adventure for Equity and Accessibility, has been accepted for UDL-Con: International 2025! #UDL #TheFututeisInclusive udlcon.cast.org

Illustrated promotional poster for UDL-CON 2025 featuring Wendy Torres, a Latina woman with purple hair wearing a red blazer, holding a stylus. The background includes a colorful adventure-themed path with icons such as a lightbulb, open book, and a mobile device, symbolizing learning and accessibility. Bold text reads: “Game On: UDL Choose Your Own Adventure for Equity and Accessibility.” The event location is Washington, DC, and Wendy’s title, “Senior Instructional Digital Accessibility Specialist, Coppin State University,” appears at the bottom.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 13/04/2025

Wow. This will be a busy summer for me presenting at conferences. Here is where I will be: Accessibility Summer Camp June 13 National Association of HBCU title 3 Administrators conference June 19 Anthology Together July 14-16 UDL Con International July 22-23 Time to bring out my headshot.📸

Wendy standing as confident Latina woman with wavy purple hair. She stands in the middle of a city street, wearing a black blazer and black top. She has her arms crossed and is looking directly at the camera with a slight smile. She is wearing a necklace, earrings, and a smartwatch. The blurred city background includes buildings, cars, and pedestrians.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

Apparently today was National Sibling Day! Here is to my favorite son and my favorite daughter.( I only have one son and daughter)

Jazzie and Xavier smiling at the camera. They are great siblings and actually enjoy each other.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

Lol! So a LinkedIn colleague made an action figure image of himself using AI. I jokingly wrote that I wanted the Fierce Latina Advocate version and he created it!😂 What funny is that I actually have that exact outfit minus the boots. Guess I have to get some new boots huh?👢

An Ai image of an action figure in its packaging. On the package the words fierce Latina advocate appears. In the package there is an action figure of a Latina woman with a blue dress, black jacket and boots. Her accessories include a laptop, accessibility VPAT document, a design for everyone poster, a lanyard that says speaker, a mug that says design for justice,digital equity for all, faculty innovation leader podium and a brown book that says digital equity for all.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Thank you for everyone who joined me for my #OLCInnovate25 presentation: "Empowering Change: Our Journey to Drive Digital Accessibility With Faculty" Below is a link to my presentation and the resources I shared: tinyurl.com/OLCEmpower25 #HigherED #InclusiveTech #A11y

OLC Innovate education reimagined
Empowering Change: Our Journey to Drive Digital Accessibility with Faculty
Wendy Torres
Senior Instructional and Digital Accessibility Specialist
Coppin State University
https://tinyurl.com/OLCEmpower25
Creative Common licensed.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

Hey #OLCInnovate25 mates! Looking forward to presenting today! olc.secure-platform.com/innovate2025...

I am presenting. Empowering Change:Our Journey to Drive Digital Accessibility with Faculty Engagement
Mrs. Wendolyn Velez-Torres

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

We interrupt this timeline for a proud Mama Bear moment…my daughter Jasmine graduates from Bowie State University this May, and today just found out she got accepted to grad school! She will be attending the University Of MD( Baltimore) School of Social Work!🥹 #WhoIsCuttingOnions

A picture of Wendy and Jasmine. Jasmine is a 22 year old woman wearing box braids and a pink station shirt. Wendy is a Hispanic woman with purple curly hair wearing a lacy burgundy shirt. Wendy is pointing toward Jazzie smiling .

Jazzie and Wendy on vacation in Florida. Jazzie is wearing a white shirt and Wendy is leaning on her shoulder wearing a black jumpsuit.

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Wendy Torres, Ed.D @techsnacks.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

This is the only live action Stitch you like.😂

Jazzie posing at Disney world
With a people in a Stitch costume behind her.

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