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Did you know a student-centric experience can increase retention and engagement while keeping student data more secure? We talked with Scott Himes, Biola University's director of network operations, to see how they got their journey started. 👓 http://cs.co/6041btoft #Education #Educationnow #studentretention #studentengagement #Biola #userdefinednetwork

Did you know a student-centric experience can increase retention and engagement while keeping student data more secure? We talked with Scott Himes, Biola University's director of network operations, to see how they got their journey started. 👓 http://cs.co/6042eiGJr #Education #Educationnow #studentretention #studentengagement #Biola #userdefinednetwork

📚 Really interesting article from Edscoop! Loved the following quote from them, especially highlighting our newest 2024 Higher Ed CIO Trends Report: "The report from Ocelot, an artificial intelligence-powered software platform, consists of survey responses from more than 100 higher education CIOs from both two-year and four-year campuses, as well as private and public institutions. It found that higher education CIOs are most concerned with securing student data, facilitating digital experiences for students, implementing cohesive communication strategies, and ensuring compliance with federal and state policies." To read the Edscoop article click the following link: https://lnkd.in/d8Aq6r4W You can also find the Ocelot report by following this link: https://lnkd.in/dQXD9EGE

I love it! Now do it for K-12! 📚💡 Biola University enhances campus life with Cisco tech, offering students a home-like network experience. Improved connectivity, automated management, and robust security are now at the heart of their educational environment. Discover their journey to a top-tier student-centric experience in our latest blog. #EdTech #StudentSuccess #CiscoNetworking 🌐

In my latest article on Edexec I put forward a different approach to Academisation and IT. https://lnkd.in/eqxTMN54

Texas State University has taken a major step in upgrading its security with the KeyWatcher Touch system by Morse Watchmans Inc..   Here’s how this innovative solution is transforming campus safety: 🔑 7-Inch Touchscreen Interface: Streamlines key access for authorised personnel while maintaining strict security controls. 🔑 Modular Design: Ensures scalability to adapt to future needs and expansions. 🔑 Comprehensive Oversight: Improves key management efficiency while enhancing overall campus safety. 🔑 Commitment to Innovation: Demonstrates the university’s dedication to adopting cutting-edge technology to protect its community.   👉 Learn more about how the KeyWatcher Touch is reshaping security at Texas State University: https://lnkd.in/eshiJ4jx   #campussecurity #keymanagement #accesscontrol #physicalsecurity #securityinnovation   Tim Purpura, Marcey Tweedie

🌟 Exciting Read Alert! 🌟 Dive into the world of Information Technology with this eye-opening article I stumbled upon. Here are some key takeaways that got me thinking: 📚 Information Technology is the 43rd most popular degree, with 11,399 diplomas awarded last year. 🏫 In-state tuition for Information Technology at private schools is 3.6 times more expensive than public schools on average. 🌍 Florida has the highest number of students admitted to Information Technology programs. 🎓 The top region for pursuing Information Technology is the Southeast, with standout universities like University of Central Florida leading the way. 💬 What are your thoughts on the landscape of Information Technology education today? Share your insights and let's start a conversation! https://lnkd.in/erH2jw89

74% of U.S. school districts now meet the FCC's internet speed goals—a significant increase of 57.4% since 2020. Additionally, 16 states now have 80% or more of their districts achieving speeds of 1 Mbps per student. Despite this progress, many more schools still require fast and reliable internet to ensure seamless classroom connectivity and equitable access to online educational resources. #BrightspeedBusiness is dedicated to fostering student success by providing access to fast, reliable internet services. We're here to help! For more information, please visit us at: https://bit.ly/3DXAKr3 #FiberBroadband #Internetforall #K12connectivity

Long-term planning is essential to making the best use of your school's technology funding from the E-Rate program. Working with an E-Rate consultant is one of the best ways to ensure you have a plan for the next few years of how to best allocate dollars to where they are needed most to keep your IT running smoothly.