inclusivity

Family Weekend arrived at Baylor this September as a familiar, high-energy ritual — food trucks, a headline concert at the new Foster Pavilion, and a packed game day — but beneath the fanfare a quieter story played out: for many international students the weekend is less a family reunion than a...

For many years, power users and accessibility-conscious individuals lamented the absence of a clear, customizable way to keep track of their mouse cursor on the Windows desktop. After a period where the feature teased users with its appearance and sudden removal, the beloved mouse crosshair is...

In the dynamic landscape of technological innovation, the Microsoft Imagine Cup stands as a beacon for student entrepreneurs worldwide. This annual competition challenges young innovators to develop groundbreaking solutions that address real-world problems, offering them a platform to showcase...

In today’s digital age, inclusivity is more than just a buzzword—it’s a necessity. As content creators strive to engage diverse audiences, accessible media has emerged as a cornerstone of effective communication. Microsoft’s Clipchamp, now a staple in Windows 11, offers a comprehensive suite of...

Hello, tech enthusiasts and Windows aficionados! We've got some exciting news on the accessibility and AI front in Windows 11. Microsoft is stepping up its game with "real-time translation in live captions," now rolling out to even more Copilot+ PCs in the Windows Insider Dev Channel. This marks...

Let’s dive headfirst into an incredibly compelling story from Microsoft—not the usual tale of flashy gadgets, but one that highlights a transformative step in fostering inclusivity through cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI). You might know Microsoft 365, the ubiquitous suite of...

As we close out another year, the Windows Accessibility team has set its sights on reshaping how users interact with Windows 11. This year, they have taken remarkable strides toward inclusivity, driven by a simple principle: "Nothing about us without us." This ethos underscores the importance of...

The digital workplace is evolving, adapting to the broader societal shifts toward inclusivity, and the University of Manitoba (UM) is ensuring no one feels left behind. Recent strides have been made to encourage a more respectful and affirming environment within its Microsoft 365 (M365)...

When pandemic lockdowns more than two years ago required Swetha Machanavajhala to work from home, she almost immediately felt the impact on her ability to work efficiently. Born deaf, the product manager on the Azure Cognitive Service Translator team reads lips and doesn’t use sign language, so...

For gamers around the world with accessibility needs, the Xbox Adaptive Controller is now available at Link Removed and Link Removed for $99.99. Xbox Adaptive Controller “The Xbox Adaptive Controller is a product that was ideated and pioneered with inclusivity at its heart,” writes Gabi...