Accessibility & Title IX Statement
º£½ÇÖ±²¥ is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all people, including those with disabilities. We are continually working to improve the user experience for everyone and to apply the relevant accessibility standards across our website.
Conformance Status
The º£½ÇÖ±²¥ website has been designed and developed to conform with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines define how to make web content more accessible for people with a wide range of disabilities.
Accessibility Features
To ensure accessibility, º£½ÇÖ±²¥:
- Provides text alternatives for images, icons, and non-text content
- Ensures full keyboard navigation and visible focus indicators
- Maintains sufficient color contrast for text and backgrounds
- Uses clear headings, labels, and ARIA roles to support assistive technologies
- Offers captions, transcripts, and accessible alternatives for multimedia content
- Regularly tests our website using automated tools and manual checks
Disability Services & Policies
º£½ÇÖ±²¥ provides accommodations and support through the Student Access Office. Policies and procedures regarding disability accommodations, including the grievance process, can be found on the Policies & Procedures page.
Students may request accommodations using the Accommodation Request Form
Feedback & Contact Information
We welcome feedback on the accessibility of º£½ÇÖ±²¥â€™s website. If you encounter any barriers or have suggestions to improve accessibility, please let us know:
- Email: Daniel Wiegel
- Phone: 816-501-3666 (Student Access Office)
- Mailing Address: º£½ÇÖ±²¥, 11901 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO 64145
We aim to respond to feedback within 5 business days.
Title IX Notice of Non-Discrimination
In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, º£½ÇÖ±²¥ does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including admission and employment. Title IX also prohibits retaliation against individuals who file complaints or participate in investigations of discrimination.
Scope of Title IX
Title IX protections apply to:
- Admission and recruitment
- Educational programs and activities
- Athletics
- Employment and hiring
- Financial aid
- Counseling and support services
Reporting Title IX Concerns
For more information, visit the º£½ÇÖ±²¥ Title IX page.
Individuals who believe they have been subjected to sex discrimination, sexual harassment, or sexual violence may file a complaint or seek guidance from the University’s Title IX Coordinator:
- Title IX Coordinator: Curtis Burton
- Email: Curtis.Burton@avila.edu
- Phone: (816) 501 – 2465
- Office Address: º£½ÇÖ±²¥, 11901 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO 64145
Complaints may also be submitted through the University’s Reporting portal or directly with the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR).
Ongoing Commitment
º£½ÇÖ±²¥ takes accessibility, equity, and nondiscrimination seriously. We are committed to reviewing and improving our policies, practices, and digital resources regularly to ensure compliance with the , , , and Title IX requirements.