Technology and Computing

  • New Graphic Design Software Available

    New design software is now available at no charge to UConn and UConn Health employees, including student workers. ITS has purchased an enterprise-license for Venngage, a platform for creating professional visuals that includes built-in accessibility features.

    Venngage, like Canva and Adobe Express, offers a drag-and-drop interface, large template library, AI designer, and brand kits, including one pre-stocked with UConn logos, colors, and fonts. What differentiates Venngage from the other two products is its focus on accessibility. Built-in tools, such as color contrast checking, accessibility validation, and accessible templates, let you create accessible content from the start and avoid a lengthy remediation process.

    Who Is Eligible?

    Venngage is available to:

    • UConn employees
    • UConn Health employees
    • Student workers with a student worker NetID*

    *Student workers must create their account using their student worker account, not their personal student account.

    Cost: There is no cost to departments, colleges, schools, or units. ITS has purchased a university-wide license.

    Getting Started

    Why switch to Venngage?

    For UConn employees, Venngage is a good option because it offers professional quality design capabilities, is free of charge to employees, and enables accessibility-focused design, reducing the need for remediation later in the process. 

    For more information, contact: Technology Support Center at its.uconn.edu