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Unicon's David Mendez Designated Lead SME by Amazon Web Services

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Wednesday, November 23, 2022
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GILBERT, Ariz., Nov. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unicon, Inc., a leading learner-centric technology consulting firm, today announced that David Mendez, Director of Cloud Services and Principal Architect at Unicon, has been selected by Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certification Team to serve as a Lead Subject Matter Expert (SME).

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  • GILBERT, Ariz., Nov. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unicon, Inc. , a leading learner-centric technology consulting firm, today announced that David Mendez, Director of Cloud Services and Principal Architect at Unicon, has been selected by Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certification Team to serve as a Lead Subject Matter Expert (SME).
  • SMEs are nominated and selected for this title based on their successful participation as SMEs for a specific AWS Certification program.
  • "This recognition's grounding in Cloud skills development and assessment is particularly well-aligned with our mission as a services firm focused on the power of technology in education.
  • Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud offering, with more than 200 fully featured services available from data centers globally.

Unicon Pledges to Support National Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2022 as a Champion

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Thursday, October 6, 2022
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GILBERT, Ariz. , Oct. 6, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unicon, Inc., a leading learner-centric technology consulting firm, today announced its commitment to Cybersecurity Awareness Month, held annually in October, by signing up as a 2022 Champion and joining a growing global effort to promote the awareness of online safety and privacy. The Cybersecurity Awareness Month Champions Program is a collaborative effort among businesses, government agencies, colleges and universities, associations, nonprofit organizations, and individuals committed to the Cybersecurity Awareness Month theme of 'it's easy to stay safe online'.

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  • Unicon Recognizes its Commitment to Cybersecurity, Online Safety, and Privacy
    GILBERT, Ariz., Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unicon, Inc. , a leading learner-centric technology consulting firm, today announced its commitment to Cybersecurity Awareness Month, held annually in October, by signing up as a 2022 Champion and joining a growing global effort to promote the awareness of online safety and privacy.
  • The Cybersecurity Awareness Month Champions Program is a collaborative effort among businesses, government agencies, colleges and universities, associations, nonprofit organizations, and individuals committed to the Cybersecurity Awareness Month theme of 'it's easy to stay safe online'.
  • "To that end, Unicon is once again joining the global initiative to secure the digital experience by becoming a Cybersecurity Awareness Month Champion."
  • For more information about Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2021 and how to participate in a wide variety of activities, visit staysafeonline.org/cybersecurity-awareness-month/ .

Christopher Beach, Senior Software Developer at Unicon, Inc., Recognized as 2022 Apereo Dolphin Fellow

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Thursday, August 18, 2022
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GILBERT, Ariz., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unicon, Inc., a leading technology consulting firm focused solely on the education ecosystem, announced today that Christopher Beach, Senior Software Developer at Unicon, has been selected as a 2022 Apereo Dolphin Fellow. These awards recognize exceptional service and contributions by individuals to the Apereo open source community. From development to project management to other acts of service and support, Apereo Fellows make important contributions to the projects within the foundation.

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  • Fellows enrich the Apereo community by providing technical expertise, teaching, research, community organization, support, and leadership
    GILBERT, Ariz., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unicon, Inc. , a leading technology consulting firm focused solely on the education ecosystem, announced today that Christopher Beach, Senior Software Developer at Unicon, has been selected as a 2022 Apereo Dolphin Fellow.
  • Chris is the openEQUELLA tech lead at Unicon, and has been involved with Apereo projects since joining Unicon in 2017.
  • The purpose of the Apereo Foundation Fellows Program is to acknowledge, celebrate, and reward the contributions of important Apereo volunteer contributors.
  • Apereo provides a rational and improved organizational umbrella for a range of projects and software communities serving higher education.

Unicon Announces Participation at the 2022 ASU+GSV Summit

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Tuesday, March 29, 2022
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GILBERT, Ariz., March 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unicon, Inc., a leading technology consulting firm focused solely on the education ecosystem, announced today they will be attending the 2022 ASU+GSV Summit, happening April 4-8 in San Diego, California. Unicon will take part in three different panel sessions addressing a variety of current topics in the education industry such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, competency-based education (CBE), technical due diligence, and the role EdTech plays in all of these areas. Unicon will be participating in two panels with the Competency-Based Education Network (C-BEN), sharing our knowledge of improving equity and outcomes for postsecondary education.

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  • GILBERT, Ariz., March 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unicon, Inc. , a leading technology consulting firm focused solely on the education ecosystem, announced today they will be attending the 2022 ASU+GSV Summit, happening April 4-8 in San Diego, California.
  • Unicon will be participating in two panels with the Competency-Based Education Network (C-BEN), sharing our knowledge of improving equity and outcomes for postsecondary education.
  • The ASU+GSV Summit is a convening of the world's most important global education and workforce companies along with key technology players.
  • Unicon is a Registered Trademark of Unicon, Inc. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners.

Unicon Achieves ISO 27001:2013 Security Standards Re-Certification

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Tuesday, March 1, 2022
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ISO 27001 is an international standard for information security management published in 2013 by the International Organization for Standardization.

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  • ISO 27001 is an international standard for information security management published in 2013 by the International Organization for Standardization.
  • "Unicon maintained its ISO 27001 certification through 2021 and has just completed its annual audit for 2022.
  • An ISO 27001:2013 certification guarantees ongoing compliance with stringent security standards and a commitment to risk mitigation and improvement.
  • Unicon is a Registered Trademark of Unicon, Inc. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners.

Unicon Collaborates with Argos Education on a Next Gen Open Source Digital Publishing Platform for Education

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021
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"We are contributing our teaching and learning experience, open source technology expertise, and understanding of the education industry," said John C. Blakley, Unicon CEO.

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  • "We are contributing our teaching and learning experience, open source technology expertise, and understanding of the education industry," said John C. Blakley, Unicon CEO.
  • "We are proud to be partnering in the development of impactful education technology like Sojourner.
  • It will change the way educators view content development, and elevate the role that design plays in the learning and teaching experience."
  • Unicon is a Registered Trademark of Unicon, Inc. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners.

Unicon Pledges to Support National Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2021 as a Champion

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Wednesday, October 6, 2021
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The Cybersecurity Awareness Month Champions Program is a collaborative effort among businesses, government agencies, colleges and universities, associations, nonprofit organizations, and individuals committed to the Cybersecurity Awareness Month theme of 'Do Your Part.

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  • The Cybersecurity Awareness Month Champions Program is a collaborative effort among businesses, government agencies, colleges and universities, associations, nonprofit organizations, and individuals committed to the Cybersecurity Awareness Month theme of 'Do Your Part.
  • "Unicon is passionate about safe online user experiences," said Unicon Information Security Officer, Frank Mason.
  • Cybersecurity Awareness Month aims to shed light on these security vulnerabilities while offering actionable guidance surrounding behaviors anyone can take to protect themselves and their organizations.
  • For more information about Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2021 and how to participate in a wide variety of activities, visit staysafeonline.org/cybersecurity-awareness-month/ .

Carroll Brown Joins Unicon as Director, Strategic Planning

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Monday, August 16, 2021
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GILBERT, Ariz., Aug. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unicon, Inc. , a leading technology consulting firm, today announced that Carroll (Cary) Brown has joined Unicon as its Director of Strategic Project Planning.

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  • GILBERT, Ariz., Aug. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unicon, Inc. , a leading technology consulting firm, today announced that Carroll (Cary) Brown has joined Unicon as its Director of Strategic Project Planning.
  • Brown arrives with a long history of strategic, analytical, and technical leadership in higher education.
  • "We look forward to Cary's contributions in strategic project planning and delivery."
  • As Director of Strategic Project Planning, Brown will join the Executive Leadership Team and further Unicon's presence in the education technology market.

Dr. Linda Crismon Joins Unicon as Senior Director, Learning Experience Design

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Thursday, August 12, 2021
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GILBERT, Ariz., Aug. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unicon, Inc. , a leading technology consulting firm, today announced that Dr. Linda Crismon has joined Unicon as its Senior Director of Learning Experience Design.

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  • GILBERT, Ariz., Aug. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unicon, Inc. , a leading technology consulting firm, today announced that Dr. Linda Crismon has joined Unicon as its Senior Director of Learning Experience Design.
  • Crismon has over 15 years of experience in higher education learning development, and is also an active academic researcher.
  • "Linda fills a critical gap for our organization in the leadership and growth of how we serve clients in the practice of learning experience design.
  • As Senior Director of Learning Experience Design, Crismon will join the Executive Leadership Team and further Unicon's presence in the education technology market.

Unicon Becomes Inaugural Member of InCommon® Catalyst Program

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021
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GILBERT, Ariz., June 21, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unicon, Inc., a leading technology firm focused solely on the education ecosystem, announces its involvement as an inaugural member of the InCommon Catalyst program.

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  • GILBERT, Ariz., June 21, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unicon, Inc., a leading technology firm focused solely on the education ecosystem, announces its involvement as an inaugural member of the InCommon Catalyst program.
  • As a Catalyst member, Unicon provides consulting and support services for all of InCommon's Trusted Access Platform (ITAP) applications.
  • After 28 years of dedication to this cause, Unicon is excited and proud to be a member of the InCommon Catalyst program.
  • Unicon is a Contributing Member of IMS Global Learning Consortium, a Commercial Affiliate of the Apereo Foundation, a Trust and Identity Solution Provider in the Internet2 Industry Program, an Industry Member of Internet2, an InCommon Participant, an InCommon Catalyst, an Instructure Certified Partner, an Okta Premier Solution Provider, and a community member of the Ed-Fi Alliance.