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Summer Vacation is over... Though it sure doesn't feel like it. And if you're in the higher education space, the work never really stopped! But as semesters return so does the EDTech podcast to bring you the latest news and stories for technology managers.The video version of this podcast can be found here.On this episode we discuss the shifting balance in collaboration solutions. What's more important, new software capabilities or predictable support? We also look at AV over IP across campuses and how IPMX's debut is looking for that space. and AVIXA Xchange is... Well, changing. But what's that look like? How do we connect the AV community on an internet where we only go to about four websites?Host: Erin Maher-MoranGuests:Ernie Bailey – University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesRob Rasberry – Drexel UniversityLisle Waldron – University of Trinidad & TobagoLinks to sources:rAVe Pubs – Why Long-Term Trust Matters More Than the Next FeatureAV Magazine – Loughborough University creates ‘virtual matrix’ with IPMXAVIXA – AVIXA Xchange Is EvolvingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's that time of year again, where we make our way to Vegas for one of the biggest trade shows of AV. InfoComm 2026 was June 13-19 showing off just what this industry is capable of through classes, showcases and so much more. And of course, HETMA was also there to check out everything AV for its potential in the classroom space. In this episode, we're joined by (newly inducted 2026 Higher Ed AV Hall-of-Fame) Ernie Bailey, Lisle Waldron and Calvin Thorbourne to discuss everything we've seen at the show. The video version of this podcast can be found here.Host: Erin Maher-MoranGuests:Ernie Bailey – University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLisle Waldron – University of Trinidad & TobagoCalvin Thorbourne – Candler School of TheologySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From HETMA approved to Microsoft certified, it's all about getting the right solutions for your classroom tech. Unless you're on a budget, in which case something like Blackmagic's most recent price hike might steer you away...The video version of this podcast can be found here.Join us every month as we find the most important articles surrounding the higher education tech space. We discuss the news you need to know with a panel of experts. Joining us this month is Ernie Bailey from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Rob Rasberry from Drexel University, and Will DeWitt from USC.Host: Erin Maher-MoranGuests:Ernie Bailey – University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesRob Rasberry – Drexel UniversityWill DeWitt – University of Southern CaliforniaLinks to sources:AV Buyers' Club – AVer Cameras get HETMA ApprovalInavate – Recycling AV and Proper Solution ReuseAVNation – Microsoft Teams Rooms Certified HardwareAV Magazine – Blackmagic raises prices for solutionsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Samsung has new color E-Paper. Does it have a purpose on campus that regular screens can't do? Legrand is having a training day ahead of InfoComm 2026. Ignoring that it's overlapping some HETMA events and instead discussing the value of education like this. Looking at where AV belongs in the security conversation.The video version of this podcast can be found here.Each month we take the news stories that tech managers need to hear and talk about how they impact the higher education space. We do so with a panel of experts across different colleges all over. Joining us this episode is Ernie Bailey from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Rob Rasberry from Drexel University and Lisle Waldron of the University of Trinidad & Tobago.Host: Erin Maher-MoranGuests:Ernie Bailey – University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesRob Rasberry – Drexel UniversityLisle Waldron – University of Trinidad & TobagoLinks to sources:AV Buyers Club – Samsung's Color E-Paper DisplayAVNation – Legrand Hosting Training Event at InfoComm 2026AV Magazine – AV Over IP EvolutionInavate – AV Safety & Security StandardsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Technology Managers are losing jobs. Not to hostile environments or outside forces but the tech they use. That's kind of our wheelhouse. What can be done to fix this issue in the higher education space? Audinate's got a new Director Professional for Dante. How this could affect the classroom. And the AV Awards has their first Americas winners! HETMA took the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative of the Year for their Prism Scholarship Program. How does recognition like this bolster our industry?The video version of this podcast can be found here.Host: Erin Maher-MoranGuests:Ernie Bailey – University of Arkansas for Medical SciencesRob Rasberry – Drexel UniversityLisle Waldron – University of Trinidad & TobagoCharity Anne Caldwell - University of Illinois College of MedicineLinks to sources:AVNation – The Hidden Cost of TechAV Buyers' Club – Audinate's Dante Director ProfessionalAV Magazine – AV Awards AmericasSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.