| 1. [VIDEO] QSC, Crestron, Vespers & Audio-Technica: AV/IT Weekly Update |
via AV Technology
Every week, the AV Technology team puts the latest industry news in context for IT and AV managers. In Episode 7 [04.21.17], technical advisor Justin O'Connor reviews AV/IT updates from Audio-Technica, Crestron, QSC, and Vespers. |
| Why This Matters: Audio engineer and tech iconoclast Justin O’Connor breaks down the AV/IT headlines for tech managers. Higher education technologists might be particularly interested in the Audio-Technica and QSC news; there are myriad potential campus applications for these products. The miniature piezoelectric cantilever structured microphones are also just fascinating. |
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| 2. Kentucky college gets far more than a communication platform in branded app |
via Education Dive
Lindsey Wilson College is a United Methodist-affiliated school in central Kentucky. It’s in a rural area, serving about 1,100 residential students and 1,500 more who commute. Christopher Schmidt, dean of students, said the institution has always struggled with retention. Students have many other options when it comes to higher education, and Lindsey Wilson College has long been aware of the competition. |
| Why This Matters: Read how Lindsey Wilson College’s LWC Mobile app streamlines operations and connects students with the campus services they need directly from their mobile device. |
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| 3. College cyber-attacks: Don’t take the bait |
via University Business
The first clue that something was wrong at Tidewater Community College in Virginia emerged in March 2016 when at least 15 employees discovered they could not file their tax returns. After the IRS informed the employees that their returns had already been submitted, college officials realized someone had breached the computer system. |
| Why This Matters: Raising phishing awareness among all higher ed stakeholders is one of the best ways to safeguard campus data. |
