Event Information Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026 - 12:15pm to 1:30pm The EDGE Spotlight series focuses on emerging scholarship and evidence-based practice by Penn State faculty related to virtual exchange. In this session, Andjela Kaur and Laura Cruz will present their work on critical perspectives on accessibility in virtual exchange. A Critical Framework for Research, Practice, and Dialogue on Accessibility in Virtual Exchange This interactive presentation explores the potential of virtual exchange to address accessibility in the contexts of academic ableism, accessibility friction, Universal Design for Learning, and the practice of virtual colonizing. As we explore these issues, we envision a critical framework for virtual exchange design that increases disability inclusion in virtual exchange and study abroad projects. Penn State encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the access provided, please contact the Schreyer Institute for Teaching Excellence at SITE@psu.edu or call 814-863-2599 at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the program to allow sufficient time to effectively meet your access needs. More Information or Registration Link: https://www.schreyerinstitute.psu.edu/events?date=March Additional Information Open to: All Registration Required: Registration Event Format: Remote Audience: All Faculty (Full and Part Time) Career Stage: All Topic Area: Teaching and learning Contact Information Event Contact Name: Dr. Laura Cruz, Research Professor Event Contact Email: lxc601@psu.edu Sponsoring Unit: Schreyer Institute For Teaching Excellence
