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An Honest Comparison of iOS and Android

Join The Lighthouse for the Blind, Inc. Webinar Team and special guest Carrie Morales from Carrie on Accessibility for an exciting and interactive showdown between the world’s two most popular mobile operating systems: Apple’s iOS and Google’s Android. Which platform delivers the best user experience for people who are blind or visually impaired? , Which one comes out on top for screen readers, voice assistants, magnification tools, AI-powered features, and low vision customization? We’ll take a deep dive into the accessibility features, usability, pros, cons, and quirks of both platforms. Expect live demos, lively discussion, and honest takes from everyday users and experts alike. And unlike our usual format, we’re building in extra time just for you. This session will feature extended Q&A, giving participants the opportunity to ask anything and everything related to iOS or Android accessibility. Whether you’re loyal to iOS, partial to Android, or exploring both, you won’t want to miss this engaging… Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: questions@lhblind.org. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Information Sessions. Meetings. Target Audience: Blind and low vision users/prospective users of iOS and Android mobile devices. Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. For more info visit thelighthousefortheblindinc.zoom.us.

PMEC All Center Meeting

Pacific Marine Energy Center This link will be updated as more information about the all center meeting becomes available. Event interval: Single day event. Accessibility Contact: jtwedt@uw.edu. Event Types: Conferences. Event sponsors: Pacific Marine Energy Center www.pmec.us. Monday, August 11, 2025.

Instruction Ends - Summer 2025 - Full and B-term

Instruction ends. Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2025. Quarter: Summer. Event Types: Academics. Friday, August 22, 2025. For more info visit www.washington.edu.

Quarter Break - Autumn 2025

Break between summer and autumn quarters. Event interval: Ongoing event. Year: 2025. Quarter: Autumn. Event Types: Academics. Saturday, August 23, 2025 – Tuesday, September 23, 2025. For more info visit www.washington.edu.

Labor Day

No classes. Most University offices and buildings are closed. Check with specific offices to confirm. Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2025. Quarter: Autumn. Event Types: Academics. Monday, September 1, 2025. For more info visit www.washington.edu.

Instruction Begins - Autumn 2025

Instruction begins. Event interval: Single day event. Year: 2025. Quarter: Autumn. Event Types: Academics. Wednesday, September 24, 2025. For more info visit www.washington.edu.

Quick Questions Drop-In Advising: Current HCDE BS Students

Quick questions drop-in advising with our HCDE BS adviser. Note: These drop-in advising sessions are intended for quick questions and for current HCDE BS students only. Current HCDE BS students seeking a more in-depth advising conversation or prospective HCDE BS students should instead book an advising appointment. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/98076420726. Campus room: Virtual; login with UWNetID required. Accessibility Contact: Meghan Oxley, what@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Target Audience: Current HCDE undergraduates only. Thursday, September 25, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM. Zoom.

Quick Questions Drop-In Advising: Current HCDE BS Students

Quick questions drop-in advising with our HCDE BS adviser. Note: These drop-in advising sessions are intended for quick questions and for current HCDE BS students only. Current HCDE BS students seeking a more in-depth advising conversation or prospective HCDE BS students should instead book an advising appointment. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/98076420726. Campus room: Virtual; login with UWNetID required. Accessibility Contact: Meghan Oxley, what@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Target Audience: Current HCDE undergraduates only. Thursday, October 2, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM. Zoom.

Digital Accessibility Innovation Conference: Next-Generation User Experiences

With the perspective of the latest tech trends for organizational inclusion, gain insights and network discussions with business executives, disability advocates, developers, and policy experts across various sectors, including private, public, nonprofit, and education. A key feature of the Summit is the Accessibility Professionals Forum, which will focus on accessibility within organizations at the intersection of physical and digital environments. Registration is open, Attending remotely Unable to make it to Washington, D.C.? No worries! You can still be part of the Summit by joining us online. Access a curated selection of streamed sessions, interact with leading industry experts through our app, or catch up with post-event recordings. Event interval: Ongoing event. Accessibility Contact: accessibility@m-enabling.com. Event Types: Diversity Equity Inclusion. Conferences. Event sponsors: G3ict. Target Audience: Professionals dedicated to advancing digital accessibility and assistive technologies. Monday, October 6, 2025 – Wednesday, October 8, 2025. Washington, D.C. USA. For more info visit g3ict.org.

Quick Questions Drop-In Advising: Current HCDE BS Students

Quick questions drop-in advising with our HCDE BS adviser. Note: These drop-in advising sessions are intended for quick questions and for current HCDE BS students only. Current HCDE BS students seeking a more in-depth advising conversation or prospective HCDE BS students should instead book an advising appointment. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/98076420726. Campus room: Virtual; login with UWNetID required. Accessibility Contact: Meghan Oxley, what@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Target Audience: Current HCDE undergraduates only. Thursday, October 9, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM. Zoom.

Quick Questions Drop-In Advising: Current HCDE BS Students

Quick questions drop-in advising with our HCDE BS adviser. Note: These drop-in advising sessions are intended for quick questions and for current HCDE BS students only. Current HCDE BS students seeking a more in-depth advising conversation or prospective HCDE BS students should instead book an advising appointment. Event interval: Single day event. Online Meeting Link: https://washington.zoom.us/j/98076420726. Campus room: Virtual; login with UWNetID required. Accessibility Contact: Meghan Oxley, what@uw.edu. Event Types: Academics. Target Audience: Current HCDE undergraduates only. Thursday, October 16, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM. Zoom.