Internet usage has been steadily increasing and will continue to expand. This growing reliance on the Web and other information technologies can create difficulties for persons with disabilities, who may access traditional information sources in an alternative manner. For example, some with visual impairments may use screen readers or audio tracks to read print. Or persons with hearing impairments may depend on closed captioning to follow dialogues in movies or presentations. With the variety of mediums frequently used on the Web, considerations must be given to access for persons with disabilities. To ensure equal access to Southern Miss’s services, programs, and activities, the university is committed to adapting to the ways that users access materials and information. Therefore, in the procurement, development, and/or maintenance of information technology and services for persons with disabilities, the university strives to meet the accessibility standards specified by Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act and “Web Content Accessibility Guidelines” from the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), appropriately tailored to the specific circumstances of the university.

For information related to accessing technology, click on the following links:

• Assistive Technology at Southern Miss

• Multimedia Access Guidelines

• Alternate Format of Printed Materials

• Create Accessible Web Sites

• Web Access Statement

• Resources for Technology Access