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Wendy Torres
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Believer ✝️ Proud mother of 2 blessings, Senior Instructional and Digital Accessibility Specialist at Coppin State University, Adjunct, USMC Veteran, ASAN, A11y🇵🇷

Yes, accessibility is a civil right.❤️

Love to teach🎓
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techsnacks.bsky.social
Here is the full image description (check alt text) “Liam is not the only child subjected to this treatment.”
Alt text: Screenshot of a social media post by Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, shown with a blue verified checkmark next to her name and a small circular profile photo of her in front of a U.S. flag. The post contains a long statement about the detention and court-ordered release of a five-year-old child and his father. The statement reads: “I am relieved that a federal judge has ordered the immediate release of five-year-old Liam Conejos Ramos and his father. The court’s ruling makes clear what never should have been in question: this child’s detention was unlawful, unjustified, and deeply harmful. In his opinion, the judge delivered a pointed reminder that the Constitution is not optional. He rejected the use of administrative warrants, condemned the government’s disregard for basic constitutional principles, and made clear that traumatizing a child has no place in a nation that claims to be governed by the rule of law. What I witnessed at the Dilley Detention Center deeply was alarming. A preschooler who was lethargic, not eating, and asking only for his mother and his school does not happen by accident — it is a direct consequence of this administration’s actions. Unfortunately, Liam is not the only child subjected to this treatment. Let me be clear: this ruling does not erase the trauma inflicted on Liam or his family. Accountability must follow. I will continue to conduct oversight to ensure the Constitution is upheld.” The background of the post is white with black text, formatted in multiple paragraphs.
February 1, 2026 at 5:26 PM
Reposted by Wendy Torres
autisticadvocacy.org
Check out this virtual training on disability advocacy and action. The National Disability Leadership Series is for disabled young adults (age 18-30), family members of disabled youth, or professionals who work with disabled youths. More info: drive.google.com/file/d/1wf11...
NatlDisabilityLeadershipSeries_public.pdf
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January 29, 2026 at 9:00 PM
techsnacks.bsky.social
Here is the full statement for the alt text.
We know what we saw. We know what we are seeing. We know what they are trying to do.
Statement from Michael and Susan Pretti Parents of Alex Jeffrey Pretti "We are heartbroken but also very angry. Alex was a kindhearted soul who cared deeply for his family and friends and also the American veterans whom he cared for as an ICU nurse at the Minneapolis VA hospital. Alex wanted to make a difference in this world. Unfortunately, he will not be with us to see his impact. I do not throw around the 'hero' term lightly. However, his last thought and act was to protect a woman. The sickening lies told about our son by the administration are reprehensible and disgusting. Alex is clearly not holding a gun when attacked by Trump's murdering and cowardly ICE thugs. He had his phone in his right hand and his empty left hand is raised above his head while trying to protect the woman ICE just pushed down, all while being pepper sprayed. Please get the truth out about our son. He was a good man. Thank you.
January 25, 2026 at 5:36 PM
Reposted by Wendy Torres
duckworth.senate.gov
“Please get the truth out about our son.”

Alex Pretti, a VA ICU nurse, was killed by ICE while trying to protect a woman being assaulted.

Trump calls him a “monster” and “domestic terrorist.”

Trust your own eyes. Unlike Trump, the video doesn’t lie.
Statement from Michael and Susan Pretti.
January 25, 2026 at 5:01 PM
techsnacks.bsky.social
Accessibility isn’t about compliance. Accessibility is about people. David Dame makes this potently clear in his post 👇🏽

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#accessibility #inclusivedesign #leadership #productmaking #disabilityinclusion #innovation | David Dame ♿️
What the world loses without accessibility A world without accessibility would look efficient on the surface and broken underneath. More than 1.3 billion people, about 16 percent of the global popul...
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January 23, 2026 at 12:15 PM
techsnacks.bsky.social
Saw a post on LinkedIn about EdTech tools with the headline “ A+ List for Accessibility “ and immediately cringed. First the poster they were sharing did not have good color contrast and several of the tools they shared have “accessibility features” but are not digitally accessible.
January 21, 2026 at 11:27 AM
Reposted by Wendy Torres
jamieandlion.bsky.social
I think… a good first step.

Accessories in this pack can be used by any Barbie so that’s a win… hopefully they can follow up with a pack with just the accessories.

Fantastic to see Mattel are working with community groups like ASAN… Shame the reporting from guardian is very medical model focused
autisticrealms.bsky.social Autistic Realms (Helen Edgar) @autisticrealms.bsky.social · 21d
Autistic Barbie - Any thoughts +/-?
The doll’s eye gaze is slightly to one side, she has hands that you can flap, an AAC device, fidget spinner & flat shoes.
Very stereotyped.
I think broadening the range of accessories to use with any Barbie would be better?

www.theguardian.com/society/2026...
Mattel launches its first autistic Barbie
Company says doll is the latest expansion of its commitment to representation and inclusion
www.theguardian.com
January 12, 2026 at 8:59 AM
techsnacks.bsky.social
I think this is a big win because representation matters. Not perfect, but a great positive step.
January 12, 2026 at 11:24 AM
techsnacks.bsky.social
Proud of the work we are doing at Coppin State to champion Digital
Accessibility! #CoppinProud

Coppin State University: Leading with Accessibility Long Before Title II

www.anthology.com/story/coppin...
Coppin State University: Leading with Accessibility Long Before Title II
By integrating Anthology Ally into LMS workflows, Coppin State has improved the learning experience for all students.
www.anthology.com
January 8, 2026 at 3:49 AM
techsnacks.bsky.social
So Mike Tirico apparently has NFL super powers because he jinxed both of the kickers! 🤯
January 5, 2026 at 5:01 AM
techsnacks.bsky.social
Full dissertation draft done!!!! It has been sent to my editor for review before I send it to my chair. May 2026 commencement here I come!
a man wearing a sweater with a horse on it stands in front of a door with a wreath on it
Alt: a man wearing a sweater with a horse on it stands in front of a door with a wreath on it and does a fun happy dance of celebration
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January 2, 2026 at 12:50 AM
techsnacks.bsky.social
Chapter 4 done! Being on Chapter 5!
December 31, 2025 at 3:51 AM
techsnacks.bsky.social
Currently playing “The final countdown” on repeat as I finish Chapter 4 of my dissertation! #DoingTheDoctorate
a purple background with the words the final countdown below it
Alt: a purple background with the words the final countdown below it . The band rocks on!
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December 30, 2025 at 6:47 PM
techsnacks.bsky.social
Adjunct professor by day.
Dissertation writer by night.
This is what academia will do to you in the final stretch — even Santa isn’t safe.
#AcademicHumor #DissertationLife #AdjunctLife
Four-panel comic set outdoors in winter. Two adults wearing coats, scarves, and gloves stand outside holding cups of coffee and talking. Panel 1: One character says, “I’m telling you, he keeps a list of people he likes and dislikes…” Panel 2: The other character responds, “He’s got elves slaving away all year doing menial tasks for little or no pay…” Panel 3: The first character continues, “He always wears the same vest and he only shows up once a year.” Panel 4: The second character reacts with surprise and says, “Santa Claus is a professor!!” The first character replies, “Ho, Ho, Ho? It’s the null hypothesis!” The joke humorously compares Santa Claus to an academic, using traits associated with faculty work and research culture.
December 21, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Reposted by Wendy Torres
heymrsbond.com
Be mindful of and gentle with the ways you use Newtown and Sandy Hook today and tomorrow. Those moms, dads, brothers, cousins, and loved ones are here, dealing a hurt most of us can never understand, over and over again.

Listen to them. Amplify their voices.
December 14, 2025 at 3:10 AM
techsnacks.bsky.social
Oh #Found is coming to Netflix. Hopefully with enough viewership the show can get another season. www.whats-on-netflix.com/news/cancele...
Canceled NBC Series 'Found' To Find New Home on Netflix
The series is joining Netflix in January 2026 despite being recently canceled.
www.whats-on-netflix.com
December 6, 2025 at 3:34 PM
techsnacks.bsky.social
I found this online and once again I feel weirdly seen and attacked at the same time. ( I detect a trend) #ThePowerOfTheTorresName
A black long-sleeve shirt displayed flat on a plain background. The shirt features a large block of stylized text printed in gold and white. At the top, in bold gold capital letters, it reads “TORRES.” Below, various decorative fonts and banner elements present a series of descriptive phrases. The text includes statements such as “Completely unexplainable,” “Notices everything but won’t say it,” and two gold arrow banners that read “The most loyal friend and dedicated lover” and “Has zero tolerance for stupidity.” Additional lines describe traits like being “Professional at lies detecting,” “Tends to hold feelings inside,” and “Their mind will always be 10 steps ahead of yours.” More text reads “The sweetest until provoked,” “Lives by their very own way,” and “A warrior’s mentality with a poet’s soul.” At the bottom, a final line in smaller text states, “Not a fighter but will knock your lights out.” The design is centered on the chest area and uses a combination of serif, script, and block fonts with small star graphics for emphasis.
December 5, 2025 at 5:13 AM
techsnacks.bsky.social
Apple's "Designed for Every Student" video is a great watch!

Reminder: for Audio Descriptions, click on the Settings gear icon and change the Audio Track to 'English descriptive.'

youtu.be/KmFPWxjmnqE?...
December 3, 2025 at 1:12 PM
techsnacks.bsky.social
Wow what a game. I know there are no moral victories in football, but I am proud of my team. They fought. We can build from that. #WashingtonCommanders #Hail
December 1, 2025 at 5:07 AM
techsnacks.bsky.social
My childhood! I have the collector box with every book written. Literally got my love of reading by reading this strip.❤️
iannlou.bsky.social iannlou.bsky.social @iannlou.bsky.social · Nov 18
40 years ago today the world was introduced to a small boy and his best friend. Happy birthday Calvin & Hobbes.
Calvin & Hobbes walking along a tree trunk laid across a river as a bridge.
November 23, 2025 at 10:20 PM
techsnacks.bsky.social
I feel weirdly seen and attacked at the same time. 😂

www.linkedin.com/posts/chris-...
#accessibility #design #digital #disability | Chris Holloway 🚀
Every Accessibility barrier tells a story… usually about who wasn’t in the room when it was built. #Accessibility #Design #Digital #Disability
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November 22, 2025 at 3:52 PM
techsnacks.bsky.social
Student sees me walking on campus: “Are you a professor here?”
Me: “Yes”
Student: “Oh what do you teach?”
Me: “I teach all the assistive technology classes for the rehab department and a special education methods class”
Student: “Oh wow, so you are like a teacher- teacher.”
Me: 😂 “Indeed.”
November 20, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Reposted by Wendy Torres
thinkingautism.com
As #givingTuesday is near: Please let us know what autism orgs you think are worth supporting, as well as which are really NOT worth anyone's time/$$. Our recs are below; please note that we like and also side-eye plenty of orgs that aren't listed.

thinkingautismguide.com/useful-autis...
#autism
How do you know if an autism organization is good?
Not every autism organization helps autistic people. Here's how you can tell the difference, with examples.
thinkingautismguide.com
November 20, 2025 at 12:49 AM
techsnacks.bsky.social
I had a great time presenting at Anthology’s Digital Teaching Symposium yesterday, sharing the amazing work we are doing at Coppin State University!

www.linkedin.com/posts/wendol...
Yesterday, I had the privilege of presenting at the Anthology Digital Teaching Symposium and sharing Coppin State University’s digital accessibility journey. A special thank-you to Katie Grennell… | W...
Yesterday, I had the privilege of presenting at the Anthology Digital Teaching Symposium and sharing Coppin State University’s digital accessibility journey. A special thank-you to Katie Grennell, PhD...
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November 14, 2025 at 1:21 PM
techsnacks.bsky.social
Our season is definitely donee but I wish fully recovery for these young men. It is a brutal sport. #LifeAsACommandersFan
jazziedo.bsky.social Jazzie✨✌🏽✊🏽🍉 @jazziedo.bsky.social · Nov 3
I didn’t even watch last night…honestly glad I didn’t 😐😖

I hope Jayden, Terry, and the rest of our injured players make a full recovery! I’m so sorry Art Monk had to be present at that game 😭

I guess there’s always next year…? (I have no confidence for the rest of this season 💀)

#Commanders
jazziedo.bsky.social Jazzie✨✌🏽✊🏽🍉 @jazziedo.bsky.social · Oct 19
We’ve hit the part of the season where I turn off the television before the game is over 😐🫣 welp #Commanders #NFCeast
November 3, 2025 at 12:09 PM