Starting the Prism Journey with Jaylen Williams | Prism Spotlight

From live events to higher ed IT and AV, Jaylen Williams is building a career centered on technology, learning, and community. The UIC College of Medicine Help Desk IT Specialist joined the Prism Scholarship program to deepen his AV expertise, pursue his CTS certification, and connect with mentors and peers across the industry. For Jaylen, Prism is more than a professional opportunity. It's a chance to grow alongside a supportive network of AV professionals. Read More

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August 18, 2026

Spotlight on Lisle Waldron | Tech Manager Spotlight

Lisle Waldron's path into higher ed technology began with answering phones, carrying CRT televisions, and helping wherever he could. Today, he leads multimedia and audiovisual services at the University of Trinidad and Tobago while advocating for sustainability, succession planning, and stronger technology governance in higher education. In this Tech Manager Spotlight, Lisle shares lessons from his unconventional career journey, his leadership philosophy, and why higher ed technology managers deserve a seat at the table. Read More

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August 17, 2026

Starting the Prism Journey with Edin Newton | Prism Spotlight

Edin Newton, Audiovisual Systems Integration Engineer at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, has built a career fueled by curiosity, creativity, and a passion for learning. From running AV for high school theater productions to designing, integrating, and supporting audiovisual systems across campus, Newton has embraced every opportunity to grow. As a member of the 2026-2027 Prism cohort, he is pursuing his CTS while supporting students, advocating for representation in the industry, and expanding his impact within the higher ed AV community. Read More

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August 12, 2026

Starting the Prism Journey with Teiko Johnson | Prism Spotlight

With more than 25 years of experience in audiovisual technology and leadership, Teiko Johnson, Senior Audio Visual Manager at Morehouse School of Medicine, has built a career focused on supporting learning environments, mentoring others, and advancing technology services across higher education. As a 2026 Prism Scholar, Johnson is eager to expand his leadership skills, connect with peers across the AV community, and continue advocating for mentorship, representation, and professional growth within the industry. Read More

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August 5, 2026

Starting the Prism Journey with Sabastian Kwantreng | Prism Spotlight

Continuing our Prism Spotlight series, Starting the Prism Journey, we're excited to introduce Sabastian Kwantreng of George Mason University. This series highlights the newest Prism Scholars at the beginning of their scholarship experience, sharing the diverse paths, perspectives, and aspirations that brought them to the program. In this spotlight, Sabastian reflects on the mentors who encouraged him, his desire to grow his AV knowledge, and what he hopes to gain from the Prism experience. By sharing stories like Sabastian's, we hope to celebrate our current scholars while encouraging future applicants to see a place for themselves in higher education AV. Read More

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August 3, 2026

Spotlight on State University of New York at Buffalo | Campus Spotlight

In this Campus Spotlight, John Pfeffer from the University at Buffalo shares how his team supports more than 200 learning spaces across the largest institution in the SUNY system. From AV-over-IP and lecture capture to accessibility and monitoring, the conversation offers a practical look at supporting technology at scale. Read More

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July 29, 2026

Third Annual HETMA Golf Classic in Support of the Prism Scholarship

The third annual HETMA Golf Classic returns September 28, 2026, at Colorado National Golf Club, bringing the higher education AV community together for golf, networking, and fundraising. Proceeds support the Prism Scholarship, which expands access to professional development, certification, mentorship, and industry opportunities for underrepresented higher education AV professionals. Read More

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July 29, 2026

Starting the Prism Journey with Noel Cerda | Prism Spotlight

Every AV professional starts somewhere. In this first installment of our reimagined Prism Spotlight series, Noel Cerda shares his path into higher education AV, the goals driving his career, and what he's hoping to accomplish during his Prism journey. Read More

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July 28, 2026

Spotlight on Dan Noullet | Tech Manager Spotlight

Dan Noullet has spent more than 25 years building and scaling audiovisual services in higher education, helping Carnegie Mellon University grow from a handful of supported spaces to a campus-wide AV ecosystem serving hundreds of environments. As Director of Digital Media Experiences and a 2026 Higher Ed AV Hall of Fame inductee, he focuses on standards-based design, sustainable service models, and developing teams that can deliver consistent support at scale. In this Tech Manager Spotlight, Dan reflects on his path from a Media Technology Specialist who knew more about car stereos than classrooms to a leader focused on mentorship, collaboration, and creating long-term value for both institutions and the people they serve. Read More

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July 22, 2026

Spotlight on Daniel Wray | Prism Spotlight

Prism Scholarship recipient Daniel Wray serves as AV Lead at Virginia State University, where he oversees roughly 200 learning and event spaces across campus. In this Prism Spotlight, Daniel reflects on finding his place in higher ed AV, the relationships he's built through the Prism community, and the lessons he's learned while pursuing his CTS certification. He also shares why understanding the "why" behind the material matters more than memorizing answers and how support from colleagues has helped him stay motivated through challenges. Read More

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July 15, 2026

Spotlight on Goshen College Goshen, IN | Campus Spotlight

This Campus Spotlight highlights a team supporting everything from classrooms and event spaces to security systems and campus media. With a mix of Crestron, Q-SYS, AVoIP, and legacy infrastructure, their approach is practical and evolving, shaped by real-world constraints, faculty needs, and long-term planning. From AV-over-IP pilots to data-driven upgrades and student-supported events, it’s a look at how one team keeps a wide range of systems running while preparing for what’s next. Read More

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June 30, 2026

2027 Prism Cohort Announced

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... Read More

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