HETMA Prism Scholarship Program Opens for Second Year
The Higher Education Technology Managers Alliance (HETMA) made history at InfoComm 2021 in Orlando, FL, when the organization announced its partnership with AVIXA to launch the Prism Scholarship as a result of their DEI initiative. The scholarship offers opportunities for underrepresented audiovisual professionals who work in the higher education vertical to receive training, certification, mentorship, and and InfoComm experience.
At InfoComm 2022 in Las Vegas, NV, HETMA formally reported at their annual banquet that the inaugural class had been selected and starting July 1, 2022, the program was to officially commence. This included partnering the recipients with mentors, beginning CTS training groups, and preparing for the first group trip to InfoComm 2023.
Finally, after a successful year, on December 1, 2022, HETMA announced the opening of the second cohort of scholarships. A total of ten (10) will be offered once again. Applications close on March 31, 2023. More information can be found at HETMA.org and by reaching out to the DEI committee at dei@hetma.org.
Application Link
Submit an application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe33bNBcbXQtdwqGwYJ0XOLmQ-Y7KnHKTNWnuMNs_GxEUKoAQ/viewform
Eligibility
1. Belong to an underrepresented community within the AV industry; Women, LGBTQIA+, Black, Latino or Hispanic, Asian, Indigenous, Disabled Persons or other as identified.
2. Employed at a recognized higher education institution and have an email address from
your institution (.edu, edu.au, ac.nz, or ac.uk, etc.).
3. Not currently employed full time by an audiovisual company.
4. Demonstrates a keen interest in an AV career or specialty.
5. Does not qualify for employment based professional development funding to pursue a
CTS qualification.
About the Prism Scholarship
As part of our dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion, HETMA has partnered with AVIXA to provide scholarships that support the growth of underrepresented communities within the US higher education technology industry.This scholarship is intended as encouragement for women, LGBTQIA+, Black, Latino, Asian, Indigenous, disabled persons and others to become active leaders and role models for technology managers in the higher education space. 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. This scholarship includes a one-year Elite Membership to AVIXA, inclusive of the entire online catalog of education, access to a virtual CTS prep course, course materials, the coverage of exam fees for the Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) exam, and more!
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, DEI initiatives, and 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 20,000 enterprise and individual members, 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 avixa.org.
