In this Campus Spotlight, we take a candid look at how classroom technology is supported at Marshall University. We sit down with Ryan Adkins to discuss classroom design and AV standards, as well as staffing constraints, budget realities, and long‑term sustainability, offering an honest view into the decisions shaping teaching and learning spaces across campus. Read More
Recorded on May 8, 2026: This week on The AV Life, Tim Van Woeart is joined by Brandy Johnson, Nancy Blanchard, Renee Benson, Steve Borho, and a surprise drop-in from Joe Way for a classic crew conversation that starts with a serious higher ed technology disruption and somehow still finds its way to dogs, border crossings, World Cup logistics, InfoComm plans, and youth sports... Read More
I believe I would be doing the readers of AV in IT a disservice if I did not address the recent Canvas outage. Before anyone comes at me, no I am not a security expert and no I do not do anything with Canvas. With that said I am someone who has talked about security in AV since day one. As well as someone who is always looking at risk factors. Read More
Legacy is not about titles, recognition, or being remembered as the person at the center; it is about building something strong enough to grow beyond you. True leadership means leaving the organization, community, team, or industry better than you found it, with others empowered to keep the fire burning. Read More
In this episode of brAVe [space], Neesha Sookoo shares what it’s like building and advocating for AV in a small but essential department, and why visibility and communication matter more than ever in higher ed technology. Read More