Laws and Policies

NIU relies on state and federal laws, university policies and external resources to guide us in promoting accessibility throughout campus.

State and Federal Laws

These laws guide NIU when developing campus policies and procedures:

• Illinois Information Technology Accessibility Act 2.0
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
  • Final rule on Title II of the ADA
• Section 508 Standards for Electronic and Information Technology

Policies, Guidelines and Resources

These resources help us ensure the accessibility of digital content and electronic technology at NIU:

• Accessible Electronic and Information Technology Policy
• Assistive technologies
• Technology accessibility (Ethics and Compliance Office)
• WebAIM
• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)