Nominations Open for HETMA Board and Chair Positions

The Higher Education Technology Managers Alliance is now accepting nominations for its 2026 Board of Directors and Chair positions. This annual process gives HETMA members the opportunity to help shape the organization’s leadership and support the continued growth of the higher education technology community. Read More

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March 20, 2026

Best Practices for Submitting Awards Nominations | Business of AV

Industry awards matter because they celebrate excellence, elevate deserving people and programs, and bring visibility to impactful work that might otherwise go unnoticed. Drawing on experience as a nominee, winner, judge, and organizer, Joe argues that winning often comes down not just to the quality of the work, but to the quality of the nomination itself. The strongest nominations are those that closely follow the criteria, tell a clear and compelling story, demonstrate real impact with specific evidence, and make it easy for judges to fully understand why the nominee stands out. Read More

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March 19, 2026

HETMA Presents… Jackie Young: Innovation is Not Optional

Logitech for Education marketing leader Jackie Young walks through a joint AVIXA and Logitech survey that captured input from more than 500 AV and IT pros, more than 600 faculty, and nearly 700 students. The conversation focuses on the gap between hybrid expectations and real classroom performance, and why reliability, interoperability, and ease of use shape how people perceive an institution. Jackie also shares a few metrics that can help campus teams make a clearer case for investment by tying technology experience to retention and institutional stability. Read More

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March 18, 2026

My Take: MCUAV 2026 Part 2

Part two of a two‑part series on the MCUAV 2026 Annual Conference, focusing on the educational sessions, keynote, and campus updates that drove professional learning and reflection. This article highlights shared challenges, practical takeaways, and the value of community‑driven education in higher ed AV. Read More

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March 18, 2026

HETMA Approved: Laia C-Pro 12x AI Tracking Camera

Laia has entered the HETMA Approved program. The Laia C-Pro 12x AI Tracking Camera earned approval after hands on evaluation by higher ed technology professionals in real campus workflows, including hybrid learning, lecture capture, conferencing, and integrated AV environments. Read More

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Troy Story: A man saying he wants 500 projectors.

March 18, 2026

Stop Replacing the Whole Room | Troy Story

In this article, Troy Powers reflects on how small, intentional upgrades applied consistently across campus can create real momentum. Rather than waiting for full room refreshes, the focus is on scale, equity, and disciplined consistency. Read More

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