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SUMMARY:AI for Education: Driving Innovation with Microsoft Copilot
DESCRIPTION:See why Copilot is a game-changer for teaching\, learning\, and administration. From Copilot Chat to M365 Copilot\, there are options for everyone across campus to find value with Microsoft’s AI solutions.\nRegister for this session here: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams
URL:https://www.meec-edu.org/event/copilot-for-m365-education-pricing-announced-4/
LOCATION:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Webinar: A Lifelong Learning Blueprint for HE Revenue Growth
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will explore strategic ways institutions can leverage Canvas solutions to drive enrollment growth\, strengthen retention\, and expand new venture partnerships. We will highlight the power of Canvas Catalog\, share actionable insights\, and introduce Canvas Career—our lifelong learning LMS designed to support learners at every stage of their journey. \nIntended Audience: LMS Administrators\, Directors of Technology\, CIO\, Continuing Education Managers\, VPs of Strategy\, AI\, and Innovation. \nPresenters: Taylor Brucki – Data & Analytics Consultant; Lauren Worrell – Data & Analytics Consultant
URL:https://www.meec-edu.org/event/webinar-a-lifelong-learning-blueprint-for-he-revenue-growth/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:MEEC Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Instructure%2C Inc.":MAILTO:Michael.yakubov@instructure.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T110000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: From Fragmented to Future-Ready: Unified Data Hub
DESCRIPTION:Learn how SEI partnered with an Ivy League university to transform a fragmented data landscape into a unified\, future-ready data hub. Discover how centralized access\, automated metrics\, and governance standards empowered leadership with faster\, data-driven decisions. \nIntended Audience: IT & Business Stakeholders involved with analyzing and managing Resourcing\, Finance\, and HR data \nPresenters: Taylor Brucki – Data & Analytics Consultant; Lauren Worrell – Data & Analytics Consultant
URL:https://www.meec-edu.org/event/webinar-from-fragmented-to-future-ready-unified-data-hub/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:MEEC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T170000
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SUMMARY:Member Registration Opens: MEEC Annual Conference and Vendor Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Member registration is open for the 2026 MEEC Member Conference and Vendor Showcase. \nJoin us for the 2026 MEEC Member Conference and Vendor Showcase\, where you can reconnect with fellow members\, engage with MEEC vendors\, and explore solutions for your upcoming IT projects. \nIn addition to vendor discussions\, we’ve curated informative sessions on current topics\, led by both vendors and fellow MEEC members. These sessions will provide valuable insights\, best practices\, and strategies to support your institution’s IT initiatives. \nEvent Details: Eat Donuts\, Talk with Colleagues\, Meet your Vendors! \n– Date: April 23rd\, 2025 \n– Time: 8am – 4:00pm \n– Location: Martin’s West \nThe MEEC Conference is ONLY open to MEEC Members and MEEC Vendors. We look forward to seeing you at the Annual MEEC Member Conference and Vendor Showcase!
URL:https://www.meec-edu.org/event/member-registration-opens-meec-annual-conference-and-vendor-showcase/
CATEGORIES:Member Conference and Vendor Showcase
ORGANIZER;CN="MEEC":MAILTO:cmulvey@usmd.edu
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SUMMARY:Vendor Registration Closes: MEEC Annual Conference and Vendor Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Vendor registration will close Friday\, February 13\, 2026 at 5 AM. \nThe 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 \nReview the tutorial presentation for details on the registration process: Video Tutorial\, Presentation \nThe MEEC Conference is ONLY open to MEEC Vendors and MEEC Members! Join Us!
URL:https://www.meec-edu.org/event/vendor-registration-closes-meec-annual-conference-and-vendor-showcase/
CATEGORIES:Member Conference and Vendor Showcase
ORGANIZER;CN="MEEC":MAILTO:cmulvey@usmd.edu
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SUMMARY:Microsoft / Data Networks - Eastern Shore Security Forum:  From Threats to Recovery
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to join Data Networks\, Microsoft\, and Veeam on March 12th at Chesapeake College on the Eastern Shore for an engaging security event designed for K-12\, Higher Education\, and Government IT leaders and administrators!  \nPlease feel free to share this invitation with anyone in your organization responsible for compliance and security. This is a FREE event. \n \n\n\n \n\nREGISTER HERE \n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis half-day event will explore the importance and necessity for security in education and government. With expert-led workshops on Cyber Security hosted by Veeam and Microsoft Security Overview. You’ll gain actionable insights on securing educational data\, enhancing security\, and real-world scenario driven examples. \n  \nThe event includes: \n\nnetworking opportunities\ninteractive workshops\npeer round tables\, where participants can share experiences and discuss security implementation challenges with fellow attendees.\n\n\n\n\nAgenda \n9:30 – 10:00 | Registration & Networking \n10:00 – 10:30 | Opening Keynote \n10:30 – 10:40 | Break & Transition to Workshops \n10:40 – 11:10 | Workshop Session 1 \n11:15 – 11:45 | Workshop Session 2 \n11:45 – 12:15 | Lunch & Networking \n12:20 – 1:00 | Industry Meet-Ups and Peer Round Tables \n \n\n\nEvent location: \nChesapeake College\nHealth Professions and Athletics Center (HPAC) | Rooms 127 & 131\n1000 College Cir\, Wye Mills\, MD 21679 \n  \nDate and Time: \nThursday\, March 12th \n9:30 AM – 1:00 PM EST
URL:https://www.meec-edu.org/event/microsoft-data-networks-eastern-shore-security-forum-from-threats-to-recovery/
CATEGORIES:Vendor Events
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Process Review & Optimization 101
DESCRIPTION:Description: \nIn this session\, we’ll cover when it makes sense to conduct a process review/optimization\, how to select the process to review/optimize\, how to structure the team and project for success; one method of conducting process reviews\, along with key pointers and lessons learned. Finally\, will cover how to ensure the optimization review work leads to tangible\, value-adding follow up actions and implementation of recommendations. Will use several real-world project examples to illustrate the approach and key points. \nIntended Audience: College and University Leadership\, CIO\, CFO\, VP of HR\, Head of Enterprise Applications\, heads of functional units like HR\, Finance\, Student \nPresenters: \nGlenn Small\, President/Founder of SharperPoint Consulting Group \nPatty Patria\, Chief Information Officer\, Babson College
URL:https://www.meec-edu.org/event/webinar-process-review-optimization-101/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:MEEC Events
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SUMMARY:Data Networks Webinar - Strengthening Power Infrastructure in Education
DESCRIPTION:Higher Education and K–12 Institutions rely on reliable and secure power systems to support learning\, testing\, administrative services\, and campus operations. Many institutions lack visibility into the health of their UPS infrastructure\, which can conceal energy inefficiencies\, outdated firmware\, and performance risks. \nData Networks and APC/Schneider Electric will demonstrate how the free virtual Power Infrastructure Assessment\, powered by EcoStruxure IT Expert\, uncovers hidden inefficiencies\, identifies configuration and firmware vulnerabilities\, evaluates UPS loading\, and highlights overall system health before issues affect instruction or campus services. Participants will learn how this assessment supports improved uptime\, sustainability initiatives\, and long‑term infrastructure planning.\n \nKey Takeaways: \n\nBetter visibility into UPS health and performance across distributed IT environments\n\nInsights that help reduce energy consumption and support sustainability goals\n\nIdentification of security and firmware vulnerabilities that may impact campus reliability\n\nGuidance for optimizing UPS load and extending equipment life to avoid unnecessary spending\n\nClear next steps for requesting and using the free Power Infrastructure Assessment through this collaboration\n\nContact the MEEC office for registration.
URL:https://www.meec-edu.org/event/data-networks-webinar-strengthening-power-infrastructure-in-education/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:MEEC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T130000
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SUMMARY:Microsoft Webinar: Prepare for AI and Modernize Education Data with Microsoft Fabric: From Integration to Insights
DESCRIPTION:Education Organizations are under growing pressure to deliver timely\, secure\, and actionable insights from data—without adding more platforms\, complexity\, or cost. Microsoft Fabric brings together data integration\, engineering\, analytics\, real‑time insights\, and governance into a single\, unified data platform built on Azure\, purpose‑designed to support education environments. \nREGISTER HERE \nIn this session\, the Microsoft Education team will explore how Microsoft Fabric replaces fragmented reporting tools\, streamline data pipelines\, and builds a scalable foundation for instructional\, operational\, and security analytics and future AI initiatives. We’ll review popular Education use cases and scenarios\, steps to get started on your Fabric journey\, support options for migrations from other platforms\, training opportunities\, and more. \n  \nMicrosoft Fabric unifies multiple data workloads into one integrated experience: \n\nData Integration\nEasily ingest data from Student Information Systems (SIS)\, HR\, finance\, assessment platforms\, and other educational systems using built‑in connectors and low‑code data pipelines.\nData Engineering\nPrepare\, transform\, and manage large volumes of structured and unstructured data using Spark‑based data engineering capabilities\, all within a governed Azure environment.\nData Warehousing\nStore curated\, analytics‑ready data in a modern cloud data warehouse designed for performance\, scalability\, and reporting across district teams.\nData Science & Advanced Analytics\nEnable predictive analytics\, machine learning experimentation\, and deeper analysis to support enrollment trends\, operational planning\, and program outcomes.\nReal‑Time Analytics\nAnalyze streaming and near‑real‑time data sources\, including security and operational telemetry\, to support timely decision‑making.\nBusiness Intelligence (Power BI)\nBuild interactive dashboards and reports directly on Fabric data using Power BI\, providing educators and administrators with trusted\, self‑service insights backed by centralized governance.\nOneLake – Unified Data Foundation\nA single\, logical data lake that stores all district data in one place\, eliminating copies while ensuring consistent access\, security\, and compliance.\nBuilt‑In Governance & Security\nApply role‑based access\, data lineage\, and governance controls aligned with Azure and Microsoft 365 security\, supporting compliance requirements common in K‑12 environments.\n\n  \nWhy It Matters for Education \nWith Fabric\, organizations can move away from disconnected tools and manual data processes toward a single\, scalable analytics platform that supports: \n\nCentralized reporting and data governance\nImproved visibility into instructional\, operational\, and security data\nReduced complexity and clearer cost management\nStrong integration with Azure\, Microsoft 365\, and security solutions\n\nWho Should Attend \n\nCIOs\, CTOs\, and Technology Directors\nData and Analytics Leaders\nIT Administrators and Security Teams\nEducation decision‑makers planning a cloud data strategy\n\nJoin us to see how Microsoft Fabric helps Education modernize data\, gain trusted insights\, and build a sustainable analytics foundation on Azure.
URL:https://www.meec-edu.org/event/microsoft-webinar-prepare-for-ai-and-modernize-education-data-with-microsoft-fabric-from-integration-to-insights/
LOCATION:Webinar
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SUMMARY:SharperPoint Webinar - Asset or Anxiety? Leading Slate Through Change
DESCRIPTION:Even with the best implementation\, Slate evolves as staff transition\, processes change\, and institutional priorities shift. And when your Slate expert gives notice or moves into a new role\, that’s when you find out exactly how much knowledge was living in their head. \nHow do you make sure Slate remains a strategic asset aligned to your mission through transitions? When should you optimize versus stabilize\, working through staff change and inherited configurations? We’ll empower you with the right questions to ask and the right frameworks to apply so that remains a strategic asset for enrollment\, student success\, or advancement rather than a source of anxiety. \nPresenters:\nGlenn Small\, SharperPoint; \nLauren Felter\, Vice President Enrollment Technology and Slate Practice\, Core.edu \nIntended Audience: VPs of Enrollment\, Directors of Admissions\, VPs of Student Success/Affairs\, Directors of Enrollment Systems\, and like roles
URL:https://www.meec-edu.org/event/sharperpoint-webinar-asset-or-anxiety-leading-slate-through-change/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:MEEC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="SharperPoint":MAILTO:gsmall@sharperpoint.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T110000
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SUMMARY:Creative Information Technology\, Inc. Webinar: The Ethics-First Approach to AI Governance in Higher Ed
DESCRIPTION:As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly embedded in teaching\, research\, admissions\, and student services\, higher education institutions face a critical question: how can innovation be balanced with responsibility? This webinar explores an ethics-first approach to AI governance—one that places transparency\, fairness\, accountability\, and human oversight at the center of institutional decision-making. \nParticipants will gain a clear understanding of the ethical risks associated with AI in higher education\, including bias in algorithms\, data privacy concerns\, and the implications of automated decision-making on student outcomes. The session will also highlight practical governance frameworks\, policy considerations\, and real-world strategies that institutions can adopt to ensure AI systems align with academic values and public trust. \nDesigned for academic leaders\, IT professionals\, policymakers\, and compliance teams\, this webinar will provide actionable insights on building responsible AI practices while still fostering innovation. Attendees will leave with a structured perspective on how to develop\, implement\, and sustain ethical AI governance models within their institutions. \nPresenters: Mo Hasan – AI SME \nIntended Audience: Higher ED CIO’s and IT CIO’s
URL:https://www.meec-edu.org/event/creative-information-technology-inc-webinar-the-ethics-first-approach-to-ai-governance-in-higher-ed/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:MEEC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Creative Information Technology%2C Inc.":MAILTO:Mo@intupower.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T090000
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SUMMARY:Skyline Technology Solutions Webinar: Beyond the FIrewall: Why the Browser is Your New Perimeter
DESCRIPTION:Most organizations don’t realize that the browser is the largest hole in their security posture. This is supported by recent news from Anthropic’s Project Glasswing\, where Claude Mythos discovered thousands of unknown vulnerabilities across every major consumer-grade browser. \nStudents input data into GenAI tools\, educators access student data\, municipal staff manage infrastructure\, and contractors interact with SaaS applications using the browser. This webinar\, hosted by Palo Alto Networks\, aims to educate the Maryland public sector with the following information: \n\n“How can the browser become the tip of your security strategy\, rather than a vulnerability?”\n‘With the advent of enterprise browsers\, how can I make the browser a strength for users\, rather than their biggest weakness?’\n\nPresenters: Bill Polish\, Prisma Browser Specialist\, Palo Alto Networks; & Rick Fairhurst\, Skyline Partner Manager \nIntended Audience: K-12 members
URL:https://www.meec-edu.org/event/skyline-technology-solutions-webinar-beyond-the-firewall-why-the-browser-is-your-new-perimeter/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:MEEC Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Skyline Technology Solutions":MAILTO:rfairhurst@skylinenet.net
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SUMMARY:Microsoft Webinar: Microsoft Study and Learn agent in M365 Copilot (available for all students 13+ and educators) - Hands-on Session
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited to join us for a dynamic\, hands-on session to learn how to leverage Microsoft’s Study and Learn agent in M365 Copilot (available for all students 13+ and educators).  Microsoft Teach and Learn solutions are included in all the academic SKUs (A SKUs) at no additional cost. \nTo learn more about this valuable solution\, you’re invited to join the Microsoft Education team on May 13th from 11:00-12:00 PM EST for “Study and Learn agent in M365 Copilot – Hands-on Session”.  \nPlease feel free to share this invitation with your Educators\, Instructional Tech\, Academic\, Curriculum teams and anyone interested in these topics. \nREGISTER HERE \nJoin us for an in-depth professional development webinar on the new Study & Learn agent for Students 13+\, available to all M365 Education customers. \nIn this 60-minute hands-on session\, the Microsoft Education team will walk through the Study & Learn agent\, which is purpose-built for learning. The experience goes beyond just answering questions and instead guiding students through concepts with step-by-step support\, interactive activities like quizzes and flashcards\, and conversations grounded in learning science. \nAgenda: How to use the new AI-powered Study & Learn agent in M365. \n✅ Study & Learn agent\n✅ Learning Activities \n  \nWe look forward to having you attend this event!
URL:https://www.meec-edu.org/event/microsoft-webinar-microsoft-study-and-learn-agent-in-m365-copilot-available-for-all-students-13-and-educators-hands-on-session/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Vendor Events
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