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Web Accessibility

February 2, 2026 / poluseg

The SIUE page used is the application page: https://www.siue.edu/apply/

The issues that crop up for this page are:

Very small text
Very low contrast
Image has the same alternative text (redundant link)

Students who chose to apply to SIUE are most likely to view this page.

The issues listed earlier may impede those with poor vision or color blindness.

The accessibility of this site may be improved by;

Increasing the font of the text (to make it readable)
Using colors that stands out, like bright colors to make it easier for people (especially those with impaired vision) to read.
Remove redundant links.

I chose the Campus Recreation page. For accessibility issues listed from WAVE, there is an empty link, some contrast errors, and a decent amount of redundant links. Many students or people looking into applying would want to access this page. I think the accessibility of actually getting to this page or knowing that this is where certain things are located is a bit of an issue. Student Life doesn’t have a drop down list to show what the contents are like some other things, and then you have to click on that, Recreation and Healthy Living, and then Campus Recreation. Some of the contents also seem like they could belong under club activities, like eSports. I didn’t know this page was there or that we had some of these things. I think having a drop down list under Student Life or clearer categories and ways to find them could help.

Cahokia

January 30, 2026 / ikoupep

One advantage of the app is that it makes the site more accessible for users who may have difficulty visualizing the size and complexity of the city of Cahokia based only on viewing the mound structures. The immersive 3D graphics and multiple interactive information points located throughout the site allow for users of all ages to interact with and learn about history in a manner that traditional static information boards cannot provide. The auditory narrative components and the 3D reconstructed images contain valuable information that provides additional context to the Mississippian culture and layout of the ancient city, especially to visual and auditory learners.

Although the app provides an improved option for many, it also limits access to some communities. The app is designed to exclusively work on-site at Cahokia Mounds with a smartphone or tablet, leaving out individuals without smartphones or tablets from being able to use that experience. The price of the download, as well as having to have headphones, could also create a barrier to those who may not have a limited income. To further add to these barriers, some of the content is only presented in English, thus making it inaccessible to people who do not speak English or may rely on some subtitles or an alternative way of experiencing the app due to being hard of hearing.

Overall, the Cahokia AR app is a great start toward making the archaeological history more engaging and accessible, but it still has room for growth in how it represents and includes a more diverse audience.

Accessibility

January 30, 2026 / ikoupep

I did an evaluation of SIUE Men’s Soccer Archive page with WAVE Accessibility Tool. WAVE did not discover major errors, but that does not mean that the page is entirely accessible. One major accessibility issue is that the headings are not consistently used. This creates a challenge for individuals who use screen reader programs and need to navigate through this page and find information.

Some other common accessibility issues (such as keyboard navigation, confusing hyperlinks, etc.) are not detected by WAVE’s automatic tools.

Individuals who will most likely use the SIUE Men’s Soccer Archive page include: current students, current student athletes, fans of men’s soccer, and former students (alumni) who wish to view historical content related to men’s soccer. There may be other individuals who may also be reliant on this content and use a type of assistive technology or screen reader.

Also, because of the poor structure of this page, it could be difficult for individuals with cognitive disabilities and/or visual impairments to easily find information. If an individual is using a screen reader, they would have to listen to the entire page from top/bottom, which could create frustration for this type of user.

One potential way to resolve the accessibility issues related to the SIUE Men’s Soccer Archive would be to use better headings as a way of organizing the page. Additionally, all images should have meaningful alternative text for individuals who use screen reader software.

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Web Accessibility – William Hernandez

January 30, 2026 / whernan

Running the SIUE Engineering Board website through WAVE, I found several issues that were detected. There’s an Empty Link Error, 2 Contrast Errors, and 10 Alerts where very low contrast, small text and redundant links are the biggest issues. Engineering students, staff, or alumni are most likely to use the content on this page in order to contact Advisory Board members. The most impacted would be anyone trying to use it and trying to reach a contact link for a member but it’s an empty link. Redundant links seem to be prominent so compacting them all into one spot would help.

Place

January 29, 2026 / gokai

Growing up in Tottenham, North London, I often found myself asking the same question. Why does this place carry so many labels that don’t fully match the reality? For many people outside the area, Tottenham is reduced to headlines such as crime, poverty, unrest, but that version never captured the whole story of where I grew up. Tottenham is layered. It’s a place of deep cultural diversity, tight-knit families, street markets, music, football pride, and history. At the same time, it’s an area shaped by long-standing inequality and rapid change. New developments rise next to aging council estates, and longtime residents are pushed out as rents climb. I remember thinking, where does this investment come from, and why does it arrive so late? And more importantly, who is it really meant to serve? You should care about this because Tottenham reflects a larger urban story. It shows how communities can be rich in culture yet underserved by systems of power. Understanding places like Tottenham helps us question how cities grow, who benefits from that growth, and how narratives can either erase or honor the people who live there.

Trace Trettenero – Place Based Idea

January 29, 2026 / ttrette

When I think about my hometown, I think about it’s age more often than not. Often you find younger people moving from small towns for various reasons. Those reasons can be things like school, new work, or just that they need more social interaction. It’s all to common that my hometown houses an older demographic only matched by the age of our infrastructure. Old posters, buildings and tradition still linger making me question what our history was like. I’ve spoken to people who have lived here all their lives and they claim there used to be a movie theater, music venue, and even an arcade. This peaked my interest because the locations they claimed these places used to be where in furniture stores and what is now an ice-cream shop. Another notable feature is that most houses in the older area of town have a “coal miner’s shower” in them, which is a very specific type of shower that existed for people who mined coal, when that industry was booming in the area, to clean off after a day. Many places are rich in history, covered up by time and newer business. Not only that but the places I remember as a kid like a local family video and sports store that no longer exist. Nonetheless, I find the history of old buildings interesting and love to see old places used for new reasons, it adds a touch of personality and history to any location.

Place Based Idea Generation – AR

January 29, 2026 / alroman

In the little town where I’m from, things calm down after nightfall. I find myself wondering why so much of this place’s life revolves around only a handful of locations. You visit the same diner, the same high school football field, or the same gas station if you want to see people. Everyone ends up in the same places since there aren’t many options.

The setting is a small village with even fewer chances. Businesses that aren’t well-known don’t last long, and anything new is viewed with mistrust. The routine might be comforting, but it can also seem boring. When I have nothing to do on the weekends and nowhere fresh to go, I’ve found myself wondering why things never change. Environment is important to each individual because it shapes your identity and how you view yourself. If nothing ever changes how can people grow or strive to discover new things.

Tyler Phillips ITS Page

January 28, 2026 / typhill

What accessibility issues crop up for the page you chose?

Two click-away links are invisible on the page

Four areas where contrast errors exist

Who is most likely to need the content on the page?

People who need support with their technology

How might the accessibility issues impede people’s access to the content?Who might be most impacted?

It may affect the page’s UX. They might think the page is cluttered or the colors too much.

Name one or two ways that the accessibility of the site could be improved – the smaller and easier, the better!

Get rid of the invisible links in the background

Clean up the coloring on the page to improve overall contrast and make the UX better.

Alex Roman

January 28, 2026 / alroman

Hello, I major in Human recourse because I believe that i can talk to anyone and am very sociable, also I am not scared of confrontation. I have multiple hobbies and interest that I use social media to engage in. Cooking, Aquatics, Stocks, Video games, and podcast are in my regiment of media that i consume. I keep myself private on social media because at the end of the day people are so wrapped up in there own lives that I don’t really broadcast mine because who really cares, I think it opens the door to self doubt when it comes to thinking about others opinions, I am very self conscious and carful where I invest my energy and what thoughts go through my mind. I have 3 dogs and spend time with them in my free time.