EduWire SmartBrief in Partnership with HETMA

Spotlight on University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA | Designing Audio Systems for People Who Won’t Use Them Correctly | AV Industry Shakeups, Summer Prep & What’s Ahead for Higher Ed

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April 22, 2026

eduwire SmartBrief in Partnership with HETMA

Technology for Higher Education

Featured Story

Chair to Chair: Jon Youse, Regional Groups Chair

The Chair to Chair feature spotlights Jon Youse’s role in strengthening HETMA regional engagement and peer collaboration. The article outlines how regional groups support professional growth, shared problem-solving, and stronger connections across institutions.

Feature-Packed 4K Professional Box Camera

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HETMA News

Spotlight on University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA

This campus spotlight highlights how USC approaches large-scale AV integration across a complex, multi-use environment. The piece explores design priorities, support strategies, and how institutional culture influences AV decision-making.

Designing Audio Systems for People Who Won’t Use Them Correctly

This article challenges traditional audio design assumptions by focusing on real-world user behavior. It emphasizes resilient system design, intuitive interfaces, and planning misuse to ensure consistent performance in higher education spaces.

AV Industry Shakeups, Summer Prep & What’s Ahead for Higher Ed

This AV Life Podcast episode discusses recent industry changes and what they mean for higher education teams preparing for summer projects. Topics include market shifts, staffing considerations, and strategic planning for the upcoming academic year.

Designing AVoIP for Higher Ed: What AV Teams Need IT to Understand

This deep dive examines AVoIP deployments through the lens of AV–IT collaboration. The article outlines common disconnects, infrastructure considerations, and communication strategies that help teams build scalable, reliable networked AV systems.

Industry Roundup

Feds extend web accessibility deadline to 2027 for public colleges

Inside Higher Ed (4/21)

Education Dept. drops bid for Ariz. university to cover $72M in loans

Arizona Daily Star (Tucson) (4/18)

Younger students increasingly earn undergraduate credentials

Inside Higher Ed (4/16)

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