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Secure Your Education Environment with Microsoft Sentinel SIEM
2024-09-19 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Are you looking for a way to protect your Institution from cyberattacks, ransomware, and data breaches? Do you want to leverage the power of the cloud to improve your security posture and reduce costs? If so, you won’t want to miss our upcoming webinar: Secure Your Environment with Microsoft to learn how Azure Sentinel can help you achieve these goals. Azure Sentinel is a cloud-native security information and event management (SIEM) solution that collects data from your Microsoft 365, Azure, and other sources, and uses artificial intelligence to analyze and detect threats in real time.

Date & Time: September 19, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EST Register

DALY Webinar – Jabra: Bringing People Closer Through Technology
2024-10-01 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Description
Join Jabra for a discussion around what is changing in the education market and the tools that deliver quality and value for collaboration no matter where the connection takes place.
Presenters
Meet with John O’Connor, Public Sector North America at Jabra and James Greene, Business Development Manager at Jabra, Public Sector, as they take you through uses cases for the education space and how Jabra solutions are allowing students, teachers, and parents to have more digital access than ever before.
Target Audience
All MEEC members

Alliance Technology Group Webinar: HPE Zerto-Are You Prepared for a Ransomware Attack?
2024-10-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Description
HPE Zerto is a data protection and recovery solution that can help prepare businesses for ransomware attacks offering real-time detection, cyber vault resiliency, continuous data protection, immutable back-ups and one to many replications.
Target Audience
Data Protection Specialist, Backup Engineer, Data Center Operations Manager, Director or VP of IT, Director or VP, Manager or Engineer of Cyber Security
Presenters
Justin Windsor National Channel Director, Public Sector

D2L Webinar: Supporting Institutional Growth with Continuing Education
2024-11-19 13:00 - 14:00
Description:
Boost enrollments with the tools you need to help learners thrive in their careers. From course creation to a built-in storefront, you can easily deliver a world-class learning experience with a complete platform and a proven partner by your side.
Presenters
Meredith Schuurman- Solutions Engineer
Matthew McGrath- Account Executive
Intended Audience
Online Learning Directors, Instructional Designers, Provosts, LMS Administrators, Continuing education directors

Microsoft Webinar - Copilot Studio for Education
2024-11-21 11:00 - 12:00
Build a flexible generative AI chatbot in minutes!
Join us for an exciting webinar on Copilot Studio! Discover how this innovative platform can design intelligent, dynamic, and connected AI assistants for your employees, students, educators and more. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting started, Copilot Studio offers something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and elevate your projects. See you there!
Register: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams

Microsoft Webinar - AI-Infused Solutions in Education with Copilot Studio
2025-01-16 12:00 - 13:00
In this presentation by Microsoft Education’s Sr. Business Applications Specialist, Craig Hogan, we will explore how Microsoft Copilot Studio, enhanced by AI, can revolutionize educational processes within educational institutions at MEEC. You’ll learn how to build a flexible AI chatbot in minutes. Discover how this innovative platform can design intelligent, dynamic, and connected AI assistants for your employees, students, educators, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting started, Copilot Studio offers something for everyone.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and elevate your projects. Hope to see you there!

Adobe Webinar - Future-Ready: Building Digital Literacy for Emerging Tech
2025-01-21 11:00 - 12:00
This session will focus on equipping higher education students with essential digital literacy skills using Adobe Express, Firefly, and Acrobat AI Assistant. Attendees will learn how to create compelling digital content, enhance their critical thinking, and responsibly navigate emerging technologies. Discover practical strategies to become agile and responsible users of digital tools, preparing for a successful future in an increasingly digital world.

D2L Webinar - Supporting Institutional Growth with Continuing Education
2025-01-23 11:00 - 12:00
Boost enrollments with the tools you need to help learners thrive in their careers. From course creation to a built-in storefront, you can easily deliver a world-class learning experience with a complete platform and a proven partner by your side.

Weekly Microsoft Open Office Hours
2025-01-29 12:00 - 13:00
You’re Invited to Join the Microsoft Education Team for a New MEEC Webinars Series – Weekly Microsoft Open Office Hours!
Join us weekly on Wednesdays from 12:00-1:00 PM EST! Open Office hours are designed to encourage MEEC members to join to learn, ask questions from your Microsoft team, and collaborate with your peers.
Agenda:

30-minutes of MEEC Members Hot Topic
Open Q&A
Polling to see what MEEC Members want to hear about in the next Open Office Hours sessions

Member Registration Opens
2025-02-03 09:00
Register Now for the Annual Member Conference and Vendor Showcase!
Join us to reconnect with your fellow members, and meet with MEEC vendors to discuss upcoming projects, and get answers to any product-related questions you may have. In addition, we have curated sessions on current topics presented by both vendors and fellow MEEC members. These sessions are designed to offer insights, best practices, and strategies that can benefit your institution’s upcoming IT projects. Please see the attached for detailed session descriptions.
Event Details:
– Date: April 10th, 2025
– Time: 9am – 3pm
– Location: Martin’s West
We look forward to seeing you at the Annual MEEC Member Conference and Vendor Showcase!

Vendor Conference Registration Closes
2025-02-14 17:00

Microsoft Endpoint for Education Learning Day
2025-02-26 08:30 - 15:00 | Microsoft Innovation Hub, 45 Liberty Blvd, Suite 210, Malvern, PA, 19355, United States
You’re invited to join the Microsoft Education team in person at our Microsoft Innovation Hub in Malvern, PA on February 26th to learn more about Windows 365, Azure Virtual Desktop, and Microsoft Intune while exploring the latest innovations in Windows 11 24H2. We’ll be demoing AI-enabled Surface Devices and highlighting how Microsoft Copilot and other tools can drive greater productivity and streamline your education scenarios. Please feel free to share this invitation with others interested in these topics areas.

Event Highlights Include:

Participate in discussions on trending IT topics like secure endpoint management and migrating Windows to the cloud.
Hear and share insights about the journey of deploying Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop
Discover the newest features in Windows 11 24H2 and learn how they can enhance your organization’s security and performance.
Get hands-on experience with AI-enabled Surface devices through interactive demos
Get expert insights on boosting productivity with Microsoft Copilot across PC and Surface devices.
Engage 1:1 with industry experts, ask questions, and explore solutions tailored to your business needs.

Register Today >

Address: Microsoft Innovation Hub – Malvern | 45 Liberty Blvd, Suite 210, Malvern, Pa 19355 | Room: MPR 1
Date & Time: Wednesday, February 26th, 2025 | 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM Eastern Time – Free Lunch is Included

CDW Education | Future-Ready Education: Windows 11 Transition for Higher Ed
2025-03-18 14:00 - 15:00
Future-Ready Education: Windows 11 Transition for Higher Ed
When Tuesday, March 18, 2025 · 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time (US & Canada) (GMT -4:00)
RSVP: https://learn.amplifiedit.com/amplified-it/Future-Ready-Education-Windows-11-Transition-for-Higher-Ed
Agenda

Overview of Windows 11 features and benefits for higher education.
Detailed explanation of the Readiness Assessment process.
Q&A session with CDW experts to address specific concerns and questions.

About
The Windows 11 Assessment for Higher Education virtual event is designed to help educational institutions seamlessly transition to Windows 11. This event will cover the benefits of Windows 11, the assessment process, and how CDW can support institutions in achieving operational efficiency, reliability, and increased performance. We will provide educational institutions with the necessary information and support to transition to Windows 11, ensuring they are prepared for the end of support for Windows 10 by October 2025. Our Higher Education experts will discuss the benefits of Windows 11 for higher education and explain the assessment process and how it helps institutions transition smoothly. They will provide insights into the operational efficiency, reliability, and performance improvements with Windows 11 and share best practices and recommendations for a successful migration. Attendees will walk away with a comprehensive understanding of the Windows 11 Assessment process, the benefits of transitioning to Windows 11, and actionable insights to ensure a smooth and successful migration for their institution.

Member Conference Registration Closes
2025-03-21 17:00

3 Days of Azure Learning from the Microsoft Azure for Education Team
2025-03-25 - 2025-03-28 | Microsoft Elkridge Office, 6518 Meadowridge Rd, Elkridge, 21075, United States
You’re invited to join the Microsoft Azure for Education team on Tuesday, March 25th- Thursday, March 27th in-person at the Microsoft Office in Elridge, MD for 3 Days of Azure learning! Interested in adding Azure certifications to your credentials or looking to help your team skill? Then please join us for this unique training opportunity!
Space is limited – please register early. Each day has its own registration page, and you’re welcome to register for any or all the days.
DAY 1 | March 25th Agenda: AZ 900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Certification Prep Register for Azure Fundamentals Certification Prep Class
DAY 2 | March 26th Agenda: Azure for Education Azure Sessions: Register for Azure Day

Building and Securing AI Ready Infrastructure
Monitoring and Resilience in a Hybrid world
Manage Everything from Anywhere with the Power of Arc
The AI-powered Endpoint and Modern Device Management (Surface + Intune)
Virtualization in Azure (AVD, W365, Alternatives or add-ons to Citrix and Horizon)
Fabric + Azure AI: Use the Power of the Cloud with Your Data to Solve Real-World Problems
Securing your Data with Purview
The Art of the Prompt – How to Get Real Answers to Important Questions

DAY 3 | March 27th Agenda: AI 900: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals Certification Prep Register for AI Fundamentals Certification Prep Class
Agenda Details
DAY 1 | March 25th Agenda: AZ 900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Certification Prep Register for Azure Fundamentals Certification Prep Class
We are excited to offer you the opportunity to join our upcoming AZ900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals course, designed to provide a foundational understanding of cloud computing concepts and their applications within Microsoft Azure.
Course Overview: The AZ900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals course is an essential step for anyone looking to grasp the basics of Azure services and cloud computing. Whether you come from a technical or non-technical background, this course will equip you with the knowledge to understand Azure workloads, cloud concepts, core Azure services, security, privacy, compliance, and trust.
Why Attend?

Gain a comprehensive introduction to cloud computing and its business applications.
Learn from experienced instructors and engage in hands-on activities.
Prepare for your AZ900 certification exam with this fundamental course.

Day 2 | March 26th Agenda: Azure for Education Azure Sessions: Register for Azure Day
Time Session
9:00 – 9:15 Welcome and Logistics
9:15 – 10:00 Building and Securing AI Ready Infrastructure
10:00 – 11:00 Monitoring and Resilience in a Hybrid world
11:00 – 11:45 Manage Everything from Anywhere with the Power of Arc
11:45 – 12:30 Lunch (provided)
12:30 – 1:00 The AI-powered Endpoint and Modern Device Management (Surface + Intune)
1:00 – 1:45 Virtualization in Azure (AVD, W365, Alternatives or add-ons to Citrix, VMWare)
1:45 – 2:45 Fabric + Azure AI: Leverage Your Data to Solve Real-World Problems
2:45 – 3:30 Securing your Data with Purview
3:30 – 4:30 The Art of the Prompt – How to Get Real Answers to Important Questions
4:30 – 4:45 Wrap Up
DAY 3 | March 27th Agenda: AI 900: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals Certification Prep Register for AI Fundamentals Certification Prep Class
We are excited to offer you the opportunity to join our upcoming AI 900 course, designed to provide a foundational understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) concepts and their applications within Microsoft Azure.
Course Overview: The AI 900: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals course is an essential step for anyone looking to grasp the basics of AI and machine learning on Azure. Whether you come from a technical or non-technical background, this course will equip you with the knowledge to understand AI workloads, machine learning principles, computer vision, natural language processing (NLP), and more.
Why Attend?

Gain a comprehensive introduction to AI and its business applications.
Learn from experienced instructors and engage in hands-on activities.
Prepare for your AI900 certification exam with this fundamental course.

Location:
Microsoft Office (2nd Floor)
6518 Meadowridge Rd
Elkridge, Md 21075
Lunch will be Provided

MEEC Member Conference and Vendor Showcase
2025-04-10 08:00 - 15:00 | Martin’s West 6817 Dogwood Road Baltimore, MD 21244, 6817 Dogwood Road, Baltimore, MD, 21244, United States
Welcome to the 2025 MEEC Member Conference and Vendor Showcase on April 10, 2025, at the fantastic Martin’s West venue.
This event provides a unique opportunity for MEEC members to connect with vendors, engage in insightful discussions with colleagues, and participate in valuable, informative sessions. Your experiences and insights help make the conference sessions impactful and engaging.
We’re excited to see each of you in April for a collaborative and enriching event!

Alliance Technology Group- VMware cost too high, save 25%+ with Scale Computing
2025-05-13 10:30 - 11:30
Description
In the new VMware/Broadcom reality, organizations everywhere face waves of uncertainty with escalating costs, forced VMware migrations, and unpredictable changes.
Don’t let your IT strategy be held hostage by pricing and product instability. Switch to Scale Computing for a future-proof solution that eliminates the chaos and complexity.
Target Audience
Senior Technical Engineer, Systems Engineer, Network Administrator, Systems or Storage Architect, Storage Administrator
Presenters
Ross Brosmer Regional Sales Manager

Accessibility: Streamlining PDF Compliance in Higher Ed
2025-09-16 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Join Adobe for an engaging webinar designed for higher education leaders and decision-makers to explore practical solutions for achieving PDF accessibility compliance.

Learn how Adobe and its partners are addressing the DOJ mandate to make millions of documents accessible for disabled persons by 2026.
Discover the benefits of automation, cost-effective solutions, and resource management, and gain insights from real-world use cases like Ohio State.

The session will include a demo walkthrough of how to create fully accessible documents moving forward, and a live Q&A to address your questions. Empower your institution to lead in accessibility and compliance while meeting the unique needs of large and small schools.
*MEEC Member Registration*

SEI: Personalize at Scale: Using AI to Slice, Dice, and Deliver Learning That Sticks
2025-09-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar
You’ve built a solid curriculum, now each learner wants it in a slightly different flavor.
In this fast-paced session, we’ll show you how to combine the data you already collect in Intellum with practical AI techniques to give every learner a path that feels hand-picked.

2025 Data Networks IT Summit
2025-09-24 10:00 - 18:00 | Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park, 1417 Thames St, Baltimore, MD, 21231, United States
Data Networks’ 2nd annual IT Summit 2025 at the picturesque Living Classrooms Venue: a unique blend of education, networking, and entertainment!
The Data Networks IT Summit will feature an array of breakout sessions led by industry experts, an all-day expo for our presenting sponsors, and exclusive networking opportunities designed to foster meaningful connections. Plus, attendees will enjoy a fun twist with a happy hour to end the day, including a tour of the Lady Maryland or a boat ride on the Baltimore Inner Harbor.
The Summit is free to attend for everyone!

SEI: Tales From The Dark(Mode) Days: How Far We've Come, & Things That Will Help Us
2025-09-24 17:30 - 19:30 | SEI DC, 800 17th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20006, United States
To celebrate Power BI’s 10th anniversary, we’re going to dig into a few of my favorite improvements in the tool over the last decade, but we’re not just looking backwards. We’re also going to talk about some of the areas that still cause headaches as Power BI developers, and some fun tricks that you can use to think outside of Desktop to push your processes even further through workarounds, scripting, dissection of file formats, and more

Microsoft AI for K-12 Education - Microsoft Copilot Transforming Teaching and Learning (Part II)
2025-10-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar
Microsoft AI for K-12 Education –Microsoft Copilot Transforming Teaching and Learning (Part II) on October 8th from 10:00-11:00 AM EST!
This dynamic, demo-filled session will focus on:

Copilot for educators
Real-world classroom scenarios
Privacy, safety, and responsible AI use
Implementation guidance

REGISTER HERE
AI is reshaping the future of education — are you ready to harness its full potential?
This webinar is designed specifically for educators, instructional leaders, and IT decision-makers in academic institutions. We’ll explore how Microsoft Copilot, integrated across Microsoft 365, empowers educators to streamline tasks, personalize learning, and foster deeper student engagement.
This is the second of a two-part webinar series; this session will highlight practical use cases and strategies for deploying Copilot in classrooms, administrative workflows, and curriculum development.
What you’ll learn:

Copilot in Word, PowerPoint, and Teams: See how educators are using AI to draft lesson plans, create engaging presentations, and facilitate collaborative learning environments.
Copilot in OneNote and Outlook: Discover how Copilot helps manage communications, organize notes, and automate routine tasks to free up time for teaching.
Real-world classroom scenarios: Learn how schools are using Copilot to support differentiated instruction, formative assessment, and inclusive learning practices.
Privacy, safety, and responsible AI use: Understand how Microsoft ensures data protection and ethical AI deployment in educational settings.
Implementation guidance: Get tips on training staff, managing change, and aligning Copilot with your institution’s digital learning goals.

This session is ideal for educators, curriculum coordinators, and school IT leaders who want to explore how AI can enhance teaching and learning while maintaining trust and transparency.

Applied Technology Services (ATS) Webinar: Pure Storage and Hyper-V, Next Hypervisor up
2025-10-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar
The topic will be about an alternative Hypervisor to VMWARE. If for some reason VMWARE is not working for you or the cost is just something you cannot absorb Using Hyper-V with Pure Storage easy to use, cost effective solution.
Audience: Anyone that deals with computers, datacenters or technology in General
Register here

Alliance Technology Group Webinar: Fortinet - DLP patterns detect & prevent sensitive data loss
2025-10-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar
FortiDLP applies a modern and unified approach to data protection combining Data Loss Prevention, Insider Risk Management, SaaS Data Security, Behavioral Analytics and Risk-Informed User Education. FortiDLP is a next-generation, AI-enhanced, cloud-native endpoint data protection solution that helps your security team anticipate and prevent data leaks, detect behavior-related threats, and train employees on proper cyber hygiene at the point of access to sensitive data—starting from Day 1.
Presenters: Jovani Patterson – Fortinet Sr Systems Engineer

Microsoft AI for K-12 Education – Empowering Educators with AI - Copilot Agents and SharePoint Agents in Action
2025-11-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar
AI is no longer just a buzzword — it’s becoming a trusted partner in education.
Join us for an engaging webinar designed for educators, instructional leaders, and school IT teams to explore how Copilot Agents and SharePoint Agents are transforming the way schools manage information, automate tasks, and support teaching and learning.
This session will showcase how these intelligent agents can be customized to handle routine workflows, surface relevant insights, and improve collaboration across educational environments.
What you’ll learn:

Copilot Agents for education: Discover how educators can create and deploy AI-powered agents to automate repetitive tasks, answer common questions, and support instructional planning.
SharePoint Agents in action: Learn how SharePoint Agents can help manage school content, streamline document workflows, and provide intelligent access to institutional knowledge.
Use cases in schools and districts: See how institutions are using agents to support curriculum development, staff onboarding, student services, and more.
Governance and control: Understand how to manage agent behavior, ensure data privacy, and align AI usage with school policies.
Getting started: Explore practical steps for building and deploying agents with minimal technical overhead — including templates, training resources, and support options.

This session is ideal for educators, school administrators, and IT leaders who want to explore how AI agents can enhance productivity, improve access to information, and support a more responsive learning environment.

New M365 Copilot Pricing Model
2025-11-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Learn more about the new pricing model for M365 Copilot at $18 per user/month for educators, staff, and students. This session will be formatted as a Q&A session to give everyone time to ask their questions to the Microsoft team.
Register for this session here: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams

Secure, Simplify, Succeed: Endpoint Management with Intune | Accelerate Your Deployment with Data Networks and Microsoft
2025-11-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar
You’re Invited to join the Microsoft Education Team and our partner, Data Networks, on November 13 for an in-depth Intune/Modern Endpoint Management Webinar.
Educational institutions are facing increasing demands to secure devices, protect data, and streamline IT operations across diverse environments. This one-hour webinar—tailored for K–12 and higher education technology leaders—will explore how Microsoft Intune and the broader Microsoft Endpoint Management ecosystem can help you meet these challenges with confidence. Leverage What You Own – M365 A3 and M365 A5 licenses include Intune!
✨ Join us to learn more on November 13: 1:00 – 2:00 PM EST ✨
In this demo packed dynamic session, you’ll learn how to enforce secure access, gain visibility into device health, and begin your journey toward modern cloud-based management.
Agenda Highlights:

Why Endpoint Management Matters: Understand today’s challenges and how Microsoft Intune, Entra ID, Defender, and Autopilot work together to address them.
Live Demo: Device Compliance & Conditional Access: See how Zero Trust principles enforce access based on device compliance.
Live Demo: Endpoint Analytics: Explore performance and user experience insights that drive optimization.
Next Steps & Co-Management Path: Learn how to start pilots, bridge from Configuration Manager, and adopt Intune Suite features.
Q&A / Wrap-Up: Key takeaways and opportunities for follow-up with Microsoft and Data Networks.

Who Should Attend:

Chief Technology Officers (CTOs)
Chief Information Officers (CIOs)
IT Directors and Managers
Senior Education Technology Leaders
Endpoint Management Leads

This webinar will be recorded and shared with registrants.
Microsoft Intune securely manages identities, manages apps, and manages devices
Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based endpoint management solution. It manages user access to organizational resources and simplifies app and device management across your many devices, including mobile devices, desktop computers, and virtual endpoints.
Leverage What You Own – M365 A3 and M365 A5 licenses include Intune!

Transforming Education with Copilot: Teach, Study, and Learn Smarter
2025-11-19 11:00 | Webinar
Explore Teach for lesson planning, rubrics, and quizzes as well as the Study and Learn, an advanced agent, to students to provide adaptive experiences and help foster critical and reflective thinking.
Register for this session here: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams

Collaboration Reimagined: Copilot Chat Inside Your Everyday Tools
2025-12-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Discover how Copilot Chat and agents can streamline workflows and enhance collaboration with Copilot Chat now being integrated into our everyday apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote for all users.
Register for this session here: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams

Now Open: Vendor Registration - 2026 Annual Member Conference and Vendor Showcase
2025-12-09 - 2025-12-10
Vendor registration is open: Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 9 AM.
Sponsorships are sold out! Vendor tables at the showcase are still available.
The MEEC Member Conference and Vendor Showcase 2026 is scheduled for Thursday, April 23, 2026 at Martin’s West. Vendor Registration and Sponsorship information is posted to the MEEC website under the Information for Vendors tab. Information for Vendors – MEEC
Please review the presentation for details on the Vendor registration process: Video Tutorial, Presentation
