Higher Education Technology News & Trends

What Does Higher Education Digital Transformation Look Like?

University IT leaders may be used to the process of IT upgrades, both large and small. However, digital transformation initiatives are forcing universities to expand their thinking around technology integrations on campus. We spoke with experts to understand just what constitutes a digital transformation and what it means for university stakeholders.

EDUCAUSE 2019: Universities Build High-Density Wi-Fi Networks to Streamline Student Services

Students, faculty and staff are dependent on strong, reliable campus network connections, which means IT leaders will need to have an infrastructure that can support large numbers of users at any given time. See how Butler University upgraded its Wi-Fi to mitigate bottlenecks in high-traffic areas on campus.

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EDUCAUSE 2019: New Dell OptiPlex 7070 Ultra Cuts Out Space, not Power

University classrooms and research laboratories don't usually have much room to spare. Check out our show floor hands-on experience with one of Dell's new desktop solutions, designed to help higher education faculty, students and staff save space without negotiating on performance.

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EDUCAUSE 2019: Questions Higher Education IT Leaders Should Be Asking Around Security

Answers to frequently asked questions can be helpful, but what happens when important questions are left out of an FAQ? EdTech visited security vendors to find out what infrequently asked questions IT leaders may want to consider when building out their campus security infrastructure.

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EDUCAUSE 2019: Smart Solutions Give Small Teams a Platform for Success

Small IT teams face the same challenges as large institutions, often without the benefit of specialized staff and big budgets. Often, these professionals wear multiple hats and make the most of technology solutions that make it possible to do more with less. Platforms that enhance visibility across systems and allow staff to collaborate can be a powerful solution.

To stay up to date on all of the news and ideas coming out of EDUCAUSE, follow EdTech's coverage on the EDUCAUSE 2019 conference hub.