My Take : SAVe’s Sustainability in AV Conference

Troy Powers reflects on the SAVe Global Conference at UCLA, where student research, industry partnerships, and classroom tours brought sustainability into practical focus. From asking better questions before buying equipment to finding it a useful second life, he shares ideas higher education AV teams can bring back to campus, along with the people and conversations that made the experience memorable. Read More

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October 23, 2026

Webinar: Higher Ed AV/IT Managers Discuss AV/IT in the Classroom and Beyond

Join five higher ed technology managers and directors November 5 at 2 p.m. EST for a conversation about AV/IT in the classroom and beyond. Hear how Harvard Athletics is addressing staffing and broadcast production challenges, and get an update on UCLA’s Classroom Modernization Pilot Project. The roundtable will also cover staff training, remote monitoring, technology selection, and custom AI tools developed by campus teams, with practical experiences to inform work at your own institution. Read More

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October 22, 2026

When My Abilities Changed, the Work Didn’t | Empowered by Design

A calf injury changed how Chris Kelly navigated campus, worked in classrooms, and approached tasks he usually handled without a second thought. In this edition of Empowered by Design, Chris reflects on how easily we plan around our current abilities and what happens when those abilities change. From finding a chair near the lectern to asking for help, he considers how learning spaces and AV support practices can better accommodate changing needs. Read More

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October 19, 2026

What Live Sound Taught Me About Classrooms | Sound Perspective

Teddy Murphy reflects on what live sound taught him about supporting classrooms and what he had to unlearn along the way. From troubleshooting under pressure to designing for faculty and checking lecture recordings, he shares how his touring experience shaped his work in higher ed AV, where systems need to serve students and instructors long after the initial setup. Read More

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October 16, 2026

The Future of AV Is the Room Itself | Business of AV with Joe Way

I was recently talking with one of our UCLA student workers, Taha Jamshidi, who is completing his Masters degree in Architecture degree while working with our AV/IT Solutions team under Chi Hang Lo. We were discussing the work he’s been doing around BIM modeling, room documentation, renderings, infrastructure planning, and even 3D printing custom solutions... Read More

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October 15, 2026

The Site Walk Is Not a Field Trip | AV Under the Hood

A site walk should be more than a chance to check on construction progress. In this edition of AV Under the Hood, Dustin Myers explains what AV professionals should look for during a site walk, from conduit pathways and display locations to ceiling coordination and long-term serviceability. He also discusses why documenting issues, assigning responsibility, and following through are just as important as identifying problems before they become costly installation challenges. Read More

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October 13, 2026

The Trouble With Feeling Better | Community Connections with Ryan

The opportunities we love can sometimes leave us too exhausted to show up for the people who count on us. In this Community Connections column, Ryan Gray reflects on burnout, the fear of losing relevance, and the challenge of building a more sustainable presence in the communities and relationships that matter most. Read More

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October 13, 2026

AV Is Mounted to Walls, But Are the Walls Ready for AV? | IT in AV

In this installment of IT in AV, James King examines the safety risks of mounting AV equipment without properly evaluating the structures supporting it. Prompted by a tragic incident involving a falling display, James explores how budget pressures, compressed timelines, and overlooked structural concerns can have serious consequences. Drawing on insights from Joe Way, he emphasizes the importance of involving structural experts, coordinating with facilities teams, and speaking up when safety is at risk. Read More

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October 12, 2026

My Take : EDUCAUSE 2026, Now With a Dash of HETMA

Chris Kelly reflects on EDUCAUSE 2026, where HETMA brought its usual mix of community, podcasting, tours, and a little chaos to the Partner Pavilion. From the differences between EDUCAUSE and more AV-focused trade shows to after-hours events and general sessions, Chris shares his experiences and what higher education AV professionals can gain from engaging with the broader campus technology community. Read More

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October 9, 2026

Golfucause 2026: Growing from Greens to Gathering | Business of AV with Joe Way

There is something about a golf tournament that lowers the temperature and encourages fellowship among peers. Titles matter less, company logos on shirt chests demonstrate support rather than sales attempts, and the normal pressure to pitch or perform fades for a few hours. What is left is genuine conversation and listening, friendly competition, and the realization that most of us... Read More

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October 8, 2026

Back to Basics | IT in AV

Technology is supposed to make our work easier, but what happens when it fails? In this month’s IT in AV, James King looks at the importance of keeping the fundamentals sharp, maintaining practical workarounds, and making sure classrooms can keep running even when automation, connectivity, or control systems do not. Read More

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October 7, 2026

The Ghost in the Building: How to Prevent Your Next LED Wall From Becoming an Expensive Liability | Leftchannel

An LED wall may be built to impress on day one, but what happens in year three? Alberto Scirocco, President and Creative Director at Leftchannel, explores why long-term success depends on more than the display itself. From defining the wall’s purpose and choosing the right CMS to providing templates and establishing ownership, he shares practical steps that can help campus technology teams ensure today’s showcase installation remains useful, manageable, and effective long after the initial handoff. Read More

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