ALG News

Announcing ALG Week: March 30 - April 3, 2026

Posted: March 11, 2026

ALG invites faculty, staff, students, and campus leaders from across the University System of Georgia to join a weeklong celebration of affordable learning: ALG Week. The inaugural series of online and local activities brings together ALG-hosted and campus‑hosted activities designed to elevate awareness of open and affordable learning materials, highlight the impact of ALG’s Affordable Materials Grants, and strengthen a shared culture of accessibility.

Guided by this year’s theme, “Access for All: Building a Culture of Affordable Learning,” the week showcases the collective efforts that reduce financial barriers, empower instruction, and support student success throughout Georgia’s colleges and universities. We invite you to join us!

Monday, March 30: Kickoff

ALG Primer: Past, Present & Future (video)

Start ALG Week with a welcome and overview of Affordable Learning Georgia. This introductory video highlights our history, mission, and vision, and offers a look at the initiatives we are implementing to keep a fresh outlook for ALG’s future.

Link to Video

Tuesday, March 31: Faculty Focus

Local Campus Activities

USG campuses are invited to host faculty-centered sessions led by your local ALG Champions. Activities may include OER adoption workshops, faculty success panels, mini-sessions on grant writing, and open office hours with librarians and instructional designers. Champions will share campus announcements for specific events and opportunities to engage.

Wednesday, April 1: Staff & Support

ALG Systemwide Webinar: OER Accessibility Workshop

Join our webinar on OER accessibility, providing guidance on best practices, demonstrations, and tips for applying WCAG-compliant accessibility principles to your OER creations and web-based resources. It is a valuable workshop for anyone developing or supporting open learning materials.

Thursday, April 2: Student Engagement

Local Campus Activities

Local ALG Champions are invited to lead student-focused activities celebrating affordable learning. Sessions may include interactive displays, student testimonials, cost savings calculators, and participation raffles. Champions will share campus announcements for specific events and opportunities to engage.

Friday, April 3: Closing & Showcase

ALG Systemwide Webinar: ALG Grant Project Showcase

We wrap up ALG Week with a showcase featuring lightning talks from ALG grantees. Hear firsthand how their projects are impacting students, courses, and campuses across Georgia. Join us as we celebrate innovation and success in affordable learning.