FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 1, 2025 – The Higher Education Technology Management Association (HETMA) is proud to announce the opening of applications for the 2025-2026 cohort of the Prism Scholarship. This program, now entering its 4th year in partnership with AVIXA, is a keystone program for HETMA and a groundbreaking opportunity for advancement for those underrepresented in the AV Industry.The Prism Scholarship is designed for underrepresented Higher Ed AV professionals who want to accelerate their careers through mentorship and gaining the CTS certification. If you’re passionate about AV, eager to learn, and ready to break barriers, you’re cleared for the fast track.
Applications are currently open and will close on April 10, 2026. Please reach out to secretary@hetma.org with any questions.
Submit an application: https://wkf.ms/3uK3kXW
Eligibility Pit Stop!
1. You belong to an underrepresented community within the AV industry.
2. You are employed at a recognized higher education institution and have an email address from
your institution (.edu, edu.au, ac.nz, or ac.uk, etc.).
3. You are not currently employed full time by an audiovisual company.
4. You’re committed to earning an industry-recognized certification.
5. Does not qualify for employment based professional development funding to pursue a
CTS qualification.
6. You’re ready to shift gears and invest in your future through the mentorship of the HETMA and AVIXA communities.
Still Wondering?
Your career deserves the pole position. Push yourself to the starting line! What does under-represented mean? We don’t pretend to know every classification of what underrepresented could mean, and we are inclusive of everyone who identifies as such. Do you know you qualify but think there are other people more deserving? Guess what, You are deserving!
Reach out to secretary@hetma.org with any questions or join the community and connect with previous Prism recipients.
Apply Here: http://wkf.ms/3uK3kXW
Applications are open Dec.1st – April 10th , 2026.
Join the HETMA Community to stay informed: https://community.hetma.org
About the Prism Scholarship
As part of our dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion, HETMA has partnered with AVIXA to provide scholarships that support the growth of underrepresented communities within the US higher education technology industry. This scholarship is intended as encouragement for women, LGBTQIA+, Black, Latino, Asian, Indigenous, disabled persons and others to become active leaders and role models for technology managers in the higher education space. Recipients will be recognized as someone determined to leave their mark as an AV professional who has demonstrated a commitment to their continued education, displaying a passion for both higher education and the experiences that audiovisual technology creates. This scholarship includes a one-year Elite Membership to AVIXA, inclusive of the entire online catalog of education, access to a virtual CTS prep course, course materials, the coverage of exam fees for the Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) exam, and more!
About HETMA
HETMA is a recognized 501(c)3 advocacy organization focused on the higher education AV industry. The goal of HETMA is to raise awareness of technology issues unique to the higher education community by communicating with manufacturers, vendors, AV industry organizations, and higher education administrators on the needs and challenges that technology managers face. HETMA is also dedicated to providing educational and networking opportunities to our members so that we can empower and grow our influence as an industry through signature programs like our “HETMA Approved” products, manufacturer focus groups, DEI initiatives, and annual conference. Our belief is that all resources provided through HETMA should always be FREE to the higher ed community. We are by the higher ed vertical and for the higher ed vertical. Visit www.hetma.org for more information and member registration.
About AVIXA
AVIXA is the Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association, producer of InfoComm trade shows around the world, co-owner of Integrated Systems Europe, and the international trade association representing the audiovisual industry. Established in 1939, AVIXA has more than 20,000 enterprise and individual members, including manufacturers, systems integrators, dealers and distributors, consultants, programmers, live events companies, technology managers, content producers, and multimedia professionals from more than 80 countries. AVIXA members create integrated AV experiences that deliver outcomes for end-users. AVIXA is a hub for professional collaboration, information, and community, and is the leading resource for AV standards, certification, training, market intelligence, and thought leadership. Visit avixa.org.”
