For the fifth year, HETMA is awarding ten (10) Prism Scholarships to underrepresented audiovisual professionals who work in the higher education vertical. In its partnership with the AVIXA Foundation, awardees receive an elite AVIXA membership, a Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) exam voucher, a HETMA member mentor, HETMA-led CTS training sessions, and free passes to InfoComm 2027.
We are excited to announce the new HETMA prism scholarship recipients for the 2026-2027 cohort:
Teiko Johnson
Brittany Mullins
Edin Newton
Nesrien Mohamed Naguib Mohamed
Sabastian Kwantreng
Dekevyon Curtis
Noel Cerda
Brittney Grant
Jaylen Williams
“This PRISM Scholarship creates the opportunity to experience high level mentorship that will inspire an elevated version of myself, making this one of the best choices I have made to further enhance my future in this industry.” said Brittney Grant, 26-27 Prism Cohort Member and HETMA Approved Chair, “The future is formed by the choices we make yesterday, today, and tomorrow.”
Profiles of Prism scholars are published each month in the Prism Spotlight by Higher Ed AV Media. Visit www.higheredav.com each month to learn more about these scholarship recipients and to catch up on the profiles of the members of the just completed cohort.
About the Prism Scholarship
As part of our dedication to support the entire higher ed AV community, HETMA has partnered with AVIXA to provide scholarships that support the growth of underrepresented communities within the US higher education technology industry. “PRISM reminds us that careers are built on more than skills and certifications; they’re built on mentorship, community, and the willingness to help the next person succeed” said Troy Powers, Vice-Chair of HETMA. This scholarship is intended as encouragement for underrepresented higher ed AV professionals to become active leaders and role models for technology managers. 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. Scored, chosen and distributed solely at HETMA’s discretion, the scholarship includes a one-year Elite Membership to AVIXA, inclusive of the entire online catalog of education, access to a virtual Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) prep course and course materials, coverage of CTS exam fees, a mentorship by a HETMA member, plus a trip to the InfoComm show. Applications for the scholarship open annually in December.
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, and our 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 3,000 enterprise members representing over 20,000 AV professionals, 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 www.avixa.org.
