University of Phoenix Leader Receives Recognition From 1EdTech

Kelly Hermann, Vice President of Accessibility and Student Affairs, recognized for contributions to the 1EdTech professional community

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--University of Phoenix is proud to announce that Vice President of Accessibility and Student Affairs Kelly Hermann has been named the 1EdTech Consortium "Power Player of the Month.” This recognition celebrates individuals from 1EdTech member organizations who make a meaningful impact through their innovative and hands-on contributions to the 1EdTech community.

“Kelly brings a deep commitment to creating student-centered environments that support learners from all backgrounds,” said John Woods, Ph.D., Provost and Chief Academic Officer at University of Phoenix. “Her leadership within the 1EdTech community exemplifies the kind of forward-thinking collaboration that drives meaningful progress in higher education. We’re proud to celebrate this recognition of her contributions and the positive impact she continues to have across the academic community.”

Hermann, who chairs the Accessibility Product Steering Committee for 1EdTech, has played a key role in developing tools and frameworks that support institutions in creating accessible ecosystems. Her work includes the development of an accessibility vetting rubric to help institutions improve access for students with disabilities and evaluate non-technical aspects of accessibility that may influence purchasing decisions. Hermann was nominated for the 1EdTech Power Player of the Month recognition for her exceptional dedication and active participation in these collaborative initiatives.

“I’m honored to be recognized by 1EdTech and grateful for the opportunity to continue collaborating with so many dedicated professionals,” Hermann said. “Access to higher education is about more than technology; it’s about creating pathways for every learner to thrive. I’m proud of the work we do every day to support accessible ecosystems and foster a sense of belonging for all students.”

Outside of her work with 1EdTech, Hermann’s accessibility leadership is broadly recognized in the education technology community, and she has co-authored a chapter on accessibility to the Routledge text, Leading the eLearning Transformation of Higher Education, as well as other organizational texts by Anthology, D2L, WCET, and OLC, and by leading educational publications.

In her role at University of Phoenix, Hermann oversees the university’s accessibility initiative, including the evaluation and remediation of curricular resources, the Center for Access, Resources, Engagement and Support Services (CARES), and the Office of Collaborative Learning and Educational Engagement. Her leadership is key in fostering a welcoming educational environment for students, faculty, and staff. Hermann was previously recognized by 1EdTech as an outstanding leader for her work in creating open, trusted, and innovative digital ecosystems that power learner potential.

Learn more about accessibility at University of Phoenix here.

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