Colleges Use Social Media to Maximize Fundraising Efforts in 2015
A CASE/Huron/mStoner report says social media use for fundraising in colleges is up by ten percent from last year.
Higher Ed
Penn State’s Pegula Arena Engages Hockey Fans with 95 HDTVs
The Pegula Arena is loaded with 95 HDTVs so hockey fans can keep their eyes on the game no matter where they are. Each T.V. functions off of Z-Band Video’s television distribution system, which connects to a Gen3GigaBOB and GigaBUD. The T.V.s enable fans to run to the restrooms or concession stands, and still watch the game with clear qualities and sharp details, creating an experience that might be better than watching it live. For other colleges looking to imitate the television distribution center at the Pegula Arena, Penn State and Claire Solutions (the system integrator) suggest keeping the project organized, studying how other colleges run their systems, and working with vendors that know what they’re doing.
When Colleges Need the Technological Touch for Better ADA Compliance
With demands for better ADA compliance strategies growing, colleges sometimes struggle to find ways to support students with disabilities. ADA compliance experts say that colleges should abandon old, “grab-a-human” days and invest in technological solutions for support. Some schools, like Worcester Polytechnic Institute, have ADA compliance strategies embedded in their curriculum, alongside supportive technologies and departmental support systems to thin the gap between students with disabilities and regular students.The experts also offer tips on how to best execute ADA compliance strategies, including talking to students, checking accessibility and anticipating future needs.
5 Tips for Airtight Enterprise Resource Planning
With data breach risks and high administrative demands, colleges should consider these features for their ERP systems.
Digital Networking Transforms the X-Lab at the University of Sydney
The University of Sydney’s new “X-Lab” has the capacity to house eight simultaneous classes across scientific and medical studies.
The Technology Take-Over and Why It Will Never Happen
College students still need human interactions in their education, even if those interactions involve hitting the buttons to make classroom technology work.
Implementing Mass Notification Technologies in Compliance with NFPA 72
Jamie Underwood of Alertus writes an article on NFPA 72, detailing how colleges should review the Fire Alarm & Signaling Code and apply technologies accordingly.
June to Cover Pedagogy Technologies, HigherEdTD Heads to InfoComm2015
This month, HigherEdTD will cover technologies that boost pedagogy, and head to InfoComm2015.
University of Montana Invests in Ultra-High-Speed Solution for Faster Network Connectivity
University of Montana became an Internet2 Network site to increase the speed of its network connectivity.
Bryant University to Spend $75 M On Educational Facilities On Rhode Island, China Campuses
Bryant University will undergo more than $ 75 M to add 250,000 square feet of building space on its local and international campuses.
