What happened to 2004? Well, I’ll tell you. | Community Connections with Ryan

What happened to 2004? Well, I’ll tell you. By Ryan Gray Who here’s heard of Rolla, MO? It’s ok if you haven’t but it’s become kind of a special place for me. Now.. I’ve only been there twice—once when my youngest brother, Evan, was suiting up at what was then UMR: The University of Missouri-Rolla,... Read More

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September 30, 2025

My Take: It’s More Than an Alliance – It’s a Community

It’s More Than an Alliance – It’s a CommunityBy Chris Kelly Why You Should Join HETMA: It’s More Than an Alliance—It’s a Community Let’s start with the most obvious reason: there’s no reason not to. HETMA is free to join—and it always will be. For anyone working in higher education AV/IT, this organization offers a solution to... Read More

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September 23, 2025

Google Scores a Touchdown at Ohio State: A New Era for AI Fluency | AI Insights with Andy

Google Scores a Touchdown at Ohio State: A New Era for AI Fluency by Andy Vogel For what feels like the past 30 years—or “forever,” as one colleague put it—Google was the forbidden fruit at The Ohio State University. Faculty and staff were discouraged from using, advocating for, or even touching Google tools due to... Read More

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September 21, 2025

Everything I Need to Know I Learned on the Golf Course | Business of AV

Everything I Need to Know I Learned on the Golf Course By Joe Way, PhD, CTS Most people get leadership lessons from mirroring the actions of their favorite bosses, TED Talks and motivational speakers, leadership retreats, or books written by people with better headshots than résumés. While I’ve definitely done the same, the lessons that... Read More

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September 15, 2025

Struggling Sound: How Higher Ed Funding Cuts Are Quietly Dismantling AV Investments | Sound Perspective

When it comes to classroom tech, flashy displays and AI cameras get all the buzz—but the real MVP of modern learning environments is the DSP. Digital signal processors work quietly behind the scenes, filtering out HVAC hum, balancing mics, and eliminating echo to keep hybrid classes clear and connected. They don’t just make sound better—they make learning easier. And best of all, high-quality DSPs are no longer reserved for flagship spaces. With budget-friendly options and simple templates, any classroom can become a smarter, quieter, and more focused space. Because great audio isn’t a luxury—it’s a foundation. #avtweeps Read More

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September 9, 2025

Prompt-a-Thons and Digital Blackface: What AI Teaches Us About Literacy, Bias, and Mascots | AI Insights with Andy

One of the most energizing practices I’ve seen is the rise of prompt-a-thons; collaborative events where students and faculty work together to craft, refine, and evaluate prompts for generative AI. Think hackathon meets digital literacy! The sessions are low-tech, high impact by reminding us we are deeply human. AI is only as good as the... Read More

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