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5 Trends Reshaping Campus Life & Learning Environments

Date & Time: Tuesday, October 7th at 2 p.m. ET

In this 30-minute Ed Talk, explore five major trends shaping work, life and play across modern colleges and universities. These aren’t just predictions—they’re actionable insights you can use to plan, prioritize, and future-proof your campus infrastructure.

Proving the Value of a Degree: Enhancing Career Readiness with Experiential Learning

Date & Time: Monday, October 6th at 12 p.m. ET

In this webinar, hear how Central Connecticut State University (CCSU) is enhancing career readiness through experiential learning and the development of a Comprehensive Learner Record (CLR). Learn how the university engaged community stakeholders and designed a system that supports learner mobility and workforce relevance.

Attendees who join the live event will be able to participate in a ThoughtExchange workshop to share and rank the best practices from their peers on experiential learning.

Building a Business Case for Online Growth: Financial Modeling

Date & Time: Tuesday, September 30th at 2 p.m. ET

Whether you’re building an online program, revitalizing an existing one, or fine-tuning your approach to online education, this 30-minute Ed Talk will equip you with information and skills to build effective financial models to help you build buy-in and support.

The Secret to Success for Higher Ed Procurement

Date & Time: Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 2 p.m. ET

In this 30-minute Ed Talk, learn the secret to success in procurement—cultivating strong, strategic relationships with suppliers, especially for campuses facing tight budgets, complex compliance requirements, and evolving campus needs.

Driving Campus-Wide Change: How Rutgers University Secured Buy-In and Transformed Travel & Expense Management

Date & Time: Tuesday, September 23rd at 2 p.m. ET

In this 30-minute UB Ed Talk, leaders from Rutgers will share their journey of moving from a fragmented travel and expense process to a streamlined, standardized model to simplify T&E management while ensuring compliance and improving the traveler experience.

5 Advantages of an online bachelor’s degree

As the demand for flexible education grows, more students are turning to online bachelor’s programs to earn degrees on their own terms. Online programs allow students to move at their own pace and travel while continuing their studies, for example.

Survey Results: How The Power of Food Enhances Campus Engagement

Date & Time: Wednesday, July 23rd at 2 p.m. ET

In this 30-minute Ed Talk, attendees will hear stats from and actionable insights based upon a comprehensive May 2025 study of higher ed institutions across the U.S on food management. Discover how university staff, faculty and students utilize food to enhance campus engagement while creating operational efficiencies.

AI’s Impact on Assessment Culture: Driving Exam Innovation and Integrity

Date & Time: Wednesday, July 16th at 2 p.m. ET

In this 30-minute Ed Talk, an instructional designer and faculty developer from South Plains College in Texas will address how AI is rapidly reshaping how assessments are created and protected in higher ed by sharing how educators can responsibly use AI to help prevent misuse and to enhance assessments without compromising trust or rigor.

Informed Decision-Making in Times of Change: Applying the State of Facilities Report to Your Campus

Date & Time: Wednesday, June 11th at 2 p.m. ET

This Ed Talk will review the insights from this year’s State of Facilities in Higher Education report and explore its application on your own campus for smart decision-making.

***All attendees will be able to safely download "The State of Facilities in Higher Education: 12th Edition" report.

Successful Budget Planning: Improve Financial Management by Connecting Facilities, Capital Projects, and Operations

Date & Time: Thursday, May 15th at 2 p.m. ET

In this 30-minute Ed Talk, learn how to transform the challenges of aging infrastructure and significant funding deficits into opportunities for improved operational efficiency, enhanced student experiences, and sustainable financial planning by bridging the critical gaps between facilities management, capital projects, and daily maintenance operations.

Fight Fire with Fire: Harness the Power of AI to Defend Against Advancing Threats

Date & Time: Tuesday, May 6th at 2 p.m. ET

In this webinar, experts in cybersecurity will explore how to harness the power of AI to revolutionize your posture against increasingly sophisticated cyber-attacks, including generative AI (GenAI), which enables even more complex and targeted attacks – and a stronger defense. 

UB Survey Results: Navigating Internal Career Mobility Challenges with Practical Strategies

Date & Time: Monday, May 5th at 2 p.m. ET

In this webinar, experts and HR leaders from various colleges and universities will explore what more than 300 higher ed leaders said about the state of internal career mobility practices at their institutions in a survey conducted by University Business. Learn strategies and best practices for fostering career development within your campuses.

***All attendees will be able to safely download a comprehensive infographic based upon these survey findings. 

The AI-Powered Student Experience: A New Form of Communication From Recruitment to Graduation

Date & Time: Thursday, April 24th at 2 p.m. ET

Join us for this 30-minute Ed Talk to discover how AI-driven engagement will empower universities to meet the demands of today’s students and deliver a smarter, more connected experience from recruitment to graduation. 

***Attendees will be able to safely download “Digital Guide: The AI-Powered Student Experience.”

Strategic Decision-Making: The Power of Spend Visibility in Higher Education

Date & Time: Tuesday, April 22nd at 2 p.m. ET

In this 30-minute Ed Talk, we’ll explore how spend visibility helps uncover inefficiencies, reduce costs, and improve resource allocation across various departments. Understanding your institution’s spending is crucial for making informed, strategic decisions that align with both academic and operational goals.

***All attendees will gain access to a complimentary spend visibility assessment through OMNIA Partners.

Crafting Compliant Policies and Procedures: Best Practices for Managing Past-Due Student Accounts with Compassion

Date & Time: Tuesday, April 15th at 2 p.m. ET

In this 30-minute Ed Talk, we will unpack the changing regulations that impact student financial services and current data about how institutions are now managing past-due student receivables, while remaining compassionate to ensure students feel supported.