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Based on sessions I attended, I have changed some recommendations about the direction I want IT to go at my university.

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HP, An EDUCAUSE Gold Partner - HP Helps Customers Create a Managed Learning Environment

Session Details

Tuesday, October 10, 2006
10:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.
Room D164

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

Abstract

Join HP as we showcase our partnership to revitalize a customer's IT into an adaptive infrastructure, providing cost savings and increased productivity. HP has one of the broadest ranges of technology solutions and services available to the education community. HP Managed Learning Solutions make learning environments more personalized, innovative, and engaging.

SunGard Higher Education, An EDUCAUSE Platinum Partner - Performance Management Strategies: Best Practices from the Battlefield

Session Details

Tuesday, October 10, 2006
10:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.
Room D163

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

Abstract

Higher education IT managers come under fire when asked to help design and support initiatives for performance management, reporting, and business intelligence. How do you shift from collecting and housing data to making it useful in daily decision making? How do people, process, and technology come together in a successful performance management strategy? Hear from veterans about best practices-based approaches to this challenge.

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Datatel, Inc., An EDUCAUSE Platinum Partner - The ActiveCampus Experience: Activate the Dream

Session Details

Tuesday, October 10, 2006
11:40 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Room D164

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

Abstract

Awaken to a world where information flows easily, productivity climbs, and job satisfaction soars. "Activate the dream" by providing your academic community fingertip access to data, technology, and business tools. Discover how Datatel teams with SAS, Microsoft, and other partners to engage constituents in the ActiveCampus Experience--the definitive state of personal productivity, collaboration, and institutional effectiveness in higher education.

IBM Corporation, An EDUCAUSE Gold Partner - Leveraging Open Technologies for Administrative and Academic IT

Session Details

Tuesday, October 10, 2006
11:40 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Room D163

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

  • Michael D. King, Vice President, Global Education Industry, IBM Corporation
  • Session convener: John W. McGuthry, Chief Information Officer, Armstrong Atlantic State University

Abstract

Open standards, community source software, and services-oriented architecture are converging in a new paradigm for IT, learning, and administration on campus. Harness the power of "open" to enable interoperability of data and applications, streamline business processes, and enhance the learning experience. Learn about a new suite of offerings from IBM, based on open technologies, that address key administrative and academic pain points.

Blackboard Inc., An EDUCAUSE Gold Partner - Blackboard Update and Town Hall Meeting

Session Details

Tuesday, October 10, 2006
2:15 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.
Arena

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

Abstract

Join Blackboard CEO Michael Chasen for an update on Blackboard's latest products and initiatives, followed by a town hall session on Blackboard's patent led by Blackboard's President of U.S. Higher Education Peter Segal and General Counsel and SVP Matthew Small.

Jenzabar Inc., AN EDUCAUSE Gold Partner - Engaging Your Students in the Age of Facebook

Session Details

Tuesday, October 10, 2006
2:15 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.
Room D163

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

Abstract

The battle for student mind share has become more challenging for institutions that find themselves competing with social networks and other virtual communities as they seek to deliver a quality educational experience. Jenzabar and its client partners will discuss how institutions can leverage enterprise technology solutions to build community and create strong affinity.

BearingPoint - Enhancing Your Institution's Information Security

Session Details

Tuesday, October 10, 2006
3:50 p.m. - 4:40 p.m.
Room D163

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

Abstract

Join BearingPoint and several guests for an interactive discussion on enhancing your institution's information security through development of a standards-based enterprise security program. Topics include benefits of a programmatic approach, sources of standards, components of an effective program, and strategies to apply them to a higher education environment.

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Oracle, An EDUCAUSE Gold Partner - Security Breaches--Make Sure Your Campus Isn’t Next

Session Details

Tuesday, October 10, 2006
3:50 p.m. - 4:40 p.m.
Room D164

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

  • Jeremiah J. Hanley, Senior Advisor to Oracle, Oracle
  • Session convener: Ted Simpson, Director of Administrative Systems, Maryland Institute College of Art

Abstract

Learn positive and actionable strategies you can use to develop and deliver a secure, robust, and scalable infrastructure coupled with comprehensive and integrated ERP solutions to address the complex challenges that all colleges and universities face today.

Adobe Systems, Inc., An EDUCAUSE Silver Partner - e-Learning Solutions for the Virtual Classroom

Session Details

Wednesday, October 11, 2006
8:10 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Room D164

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

Abstract

Learn how Adobe e-learning solutions for the virtual classroom are revolutionizing the ways learners engage with ideas, information, and each other. Whether giving faculty the ability to create richer, more interactive distributed digital learning experiences, helping maximize campus IT investments in learning management, or giving students a virtual collaboration environment, Adobe provides solutions to help institutions provide engaging learning experiences.

Avaya Inc., An EDUCAUSE Silver Partner - Serving the Student of the 21st Century with Intelligent Communications

Session Details

Wednesday, October 11, 2006
8:10 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Room D163

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

  • Michael Porter, Vertical Marketing Director, Avaya Inc.
  • Session convener: Kevin Bailey, Director of Customer Service & Support, University of Missouri

Abstract

Learn how Avaya's Intelligent Communications can help you meet the needs of the 21st century student. With the proliferation of new wireless devices and advances in distance learning technology, meeting the communication needs of your staff and students is both a challenge and an opportunity. Come hear how Intelligent Communications helped a college meet these challenges head on.

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Apple Computer, Inc. - iTunes U: Extending Learning Beyond the Classroom

Session Details

Wednesday, October 11, 2006
11:45 a.m. - 12:35 p.m.
Room D163

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

  • John Couch, Vice President, Education, Apple Inc.
  • Session convener: Steven A. Terry, Director of Technology Utilization, The University of Memphis

Abstract

Join the vice president of Apple Education and senior IT managers from major universities for a comprehensive look at how iTunes U has transformed teaching and learning, alumni outreach, and information systems on their campuses.

Campus Management Corporation, An EDUCAUSE Gold Partner - Administrative System Makeover? We Don’t Have Time!

Session Details

Wednesday, October 11, 2006
11:45 a.m. - 12:35 p.m.
Room D164

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

Abstract

To improve enrollment, retention, and advancement, university leaders are reevaluating their administrative strategies and their enterprise software vendor's capacity to contribute to institutional effectiveness and facilitate change. Baker University shares its roadmap for 25% growth--and the challenges of transforming into a truly integrated, on-demand, 21st century institution. Campus Management discusses its "One Campus" framework that unites campuses and accelerates institutional effectiveness.

Cisco Systems, Inc., An EDUCAUSE Gold Partner - Collaborate, Innovate, and Educate Anytime, Anywhere

Session Details

Wednesday, October 11, 2006
2:20 p.m. - 3:10 p.m.
Room D164

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

  • Leslie G. Buckalew, Director of WW Higher Education Solutions, Adobe Systems, Inc.
  • Session convener: John W. McGuthry, Chief Information Officer, Armstrong Atlantic State University

Abstract

Until now, distance learning felt “distant.” The California State University System, Swinburne University of Technology in Australia, and Cisco Systems unveil the Cisco Virtual Classroom Solution, a comprehensive distributed learning solution that blends voice, video, and Web conferencing with whiteboarding, instant messaging, and content distribution capabilities to enrich distributed learning with traditional classroom interactions and media-rich collaboration.

Sun Microsystems, Inc., An EDUCAUSE Gold Partner - Powering IT Infrastructure in Education

Session Details

Wednesday, October 11, 2006
2:20 p.m. - 3:10 p.m.
Room D163

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

  • Jay Visvanathan, Senior Systems Administrator/Coordinator, Pearson
  • Session convener: Julie A. O'Dell, Deputy Director for Client Services & IT Security, United States Naval Academy

Abstract

Sun's commitment to education and relentless focus on innovation have yielded powerful new IT solutions to improve campus administration and enhance the academic experience. Sun will show how our systems, storage, software, and services power the next-generation IT infrastructure in higher education. We will also demonstrate how Sun is powering the participation age through education communities.

EPSON America, Inc., An EDUCAUSE Gold Partner - Understanding Your Network Projector

Session Details

Wednesday, October 11, 2006
3:55 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Room D164

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

  • Mike Morin, Advanced Field Sales Support Technician, EPSON America, Inc.
  • Session convener: Lance Speelmon, Sakai Foundation Board of Directors and Manager of the Course Management Systems, Indiana University System

Abstract

See the benefits of connecting your 3LCD projector to the network: network management capabilities let you check lamp life, schedule power on/off, and have the projector e-mail you when a problem arises; and you can walk around the classroom while projecting whatever is on your tablet onto the screen and surfing the Web. With Epson you don't have to imagine--it's reality!

Sony Electronics, Inc., An EDUCAUSE Gold Partner - Higher Definition for Higher Education

Session Details

Wednesday, October 11, 2006
3:55 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Room D163

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

  • Tatsuro Kurachi, Marketing & Business Development Manager, Sony Electronics Inc.
  • Session convener: James W. Trietsch, Chief Operations Planning Officer, Abilene Christian University

Abstract

Some universities have benefited by being early adopters of high-definition (HD) video technology. HD dramatically increased the level of service these universities provide: improved care of the community and better teaching for enrolled students. HD technology leader Sony will introduce case studies and considerations on HD for higher education.

Cognos Corporation, An EDUCAUSE Bronze Partner - Driving Performance and Accountability in Higher Education

Session Details

Thursday, October 12, 2006
8:10 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Room D164

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

  • Session convener: Robert Renaud, Vice President & CIO, Dickinson College

Abstract

The University of Texas at Austin uses Cognos business intelligence (BI) tools to improve visibility and performance across finance, research, admissions, academics, operations, and HR. UT Austin’s BI project, Information Quest (IQ), developed a methodology called "circle diagrams" to involve academic leaders in requirements determination for analytics. Come hear how IQ uses BI tools to increase operational efficiency and reduce costs.

VBrick Systems, Inc., An EDUCAUSE Bronze Partner - Building a Digital Video Classroom

Session Details

Thursday, October 12, 2006
8:10 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Room D163

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

  • Pat Cassella, Vice President of Educational Markets, Educational Technology Consulting
  • Session convener: Charles E. Chulvick, Vice President for Technology, Asessment and Planning, Raritan Valley Community College

Abstract

Using new digital video technology, colleges and universities can transform the standard classroom into a multimedia learning center. This presentation will cover video over IP technologies for live and on-demand instruction and will include detailed case studies from Oklahoma State University, San Juan College, and other higher education institutions.

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eCollege, An EDUCAUSE Bronze Partner - Building an On-Demand E-Learning Architecture for Maximum Flexibility and Availability

Session Details

Thursday, October 12, 2006
9:30 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.
Room D164

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

  • Vance Allen, CTO, Pearson
  • Session convener: Michael Hites, Associate Vice President of AITS, University of Illinois Central Administration

Abstract

Until now, flexibility and availability, performance and security have been on opposite sides of the e-learning spectrum. eCollege.NExT, the next generation e-learning system from eCollege, provides it all. Plus, the on-demand architecture approach offers lower total cost of ownership, reduced risk, and the ability to focus on education rather than technology.

Xythos Software, Inc., An EDUCAUSE Bronze Partner - Tackling the Challenge of Content Management In A Distributed Environment

Session Details

Thursday, October 12, 2006
9:30 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.
Room D163

Session Type: Corporate Presentation

Speaker(s)

  • Sandeford Julius Schaeffer, III, Director, Advanced Learning Center, The University of Memphis
  • Tracy Schroeder, Vice President of Information Services & Technology, Boston University
  • Don Thompson, Associate VP for Educational & Institutional Research, Pepperdine University
  • Session convener: Leslie Lee, Sr. Marketing Programs Manager, Xythos Software, Inc.

Abstract

Pepperdine University, the University of San Francisco, and the University of Memphis will each discuss the challenges of managing and sharing content across distributed campus environments. Learn how each institution deployed an open standards-based content management platform to address the collaboration, security, and storage requirements of its administrators, faculty, and students.

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