EDUCAUSE

Micki Jernigan Appointed to Enrich CompliancePro Solutions Leadership Team

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

CompliancePro Solutions (CPS), a Genzeon company and leading provider of patient privacy and security compliance software to healthcare organizations, is pleased to announce the appointment of Micki Jernigan as the Senior Vice President of Privacy and Compliance.

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  • CompliancePro Solutions (CPS), a Genzeon company and leading provider of patient privacy and security compliance software to healthcare organizations, is pleased to announce the appointment of Micki Jernigan as the Senior Vice President of Privacy and Compliance.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231205423027/en/
    Micki Jernigan - SVP of Privacy and Compliance, CompliancePro Solutions (Photo: Business Wire)
    Micki Jernigan, JD, MPH, CHC, CHPC, CCEP has over twenty years of experience in healthcare and higher education with a primary focus on privacy, compliance, enterprise risk, conflict of interest, and incident management.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Micki Jernigan to our executive team," said Mike Pietig , General Manager at CompliancePro Solutions.
  • The addition of Micki to the CompliancePro Solutions team will further the company’s growth with compliance departments, as well as continuing to help reduce an organization’s privacy and security risks and lower associated costs.

Avaya Highlights Technology Trends That Are Bridging the Gap for Universities in Today’s Social and Economic Climate

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

Categories featured include social, economic, environment, and political, as well as observable evidence for those emerging trends.

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  • Categories featured include social, economic, environment, and political, as well as observable evidence for those emerging trends.
  • Other trending social factors include university enrollment in the U.S. is decreasing while student interest in online and hybrid learning is growing.
  • Find out how Avaya is transforming higher education with modern communications solutions to meet the technology needs of today’s students, faculty, and administrators.
  • Read more information about these three trends in Industry Insights from EDUCAUSE Review: 3 Strategies to Improve the Student Experience .

University of Phoenix Leadership present at EDUCAUSE Event

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Monday, October 23, 2023

University of Phoenix is pleased to share that four members of its leadership team presented at the EDUCAUSE Annual Conference, held, October 9-12 in Chicago, IL.

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  • University of Phoenix is pleased to share that four members of its leadership team presented at the EDUCAUSE Annual Conference, held, October 9-12 in Chicago, IL.
  • “I am honored to present at EDUCAUSE and discuss how University of Phoenix has leveraged change management and made it part of its DNA when pursuing large scale initiatives,” shared Booker.
  • A veteran of University of Phoenix or 25 years, Hallock is a Senior Director of Change Management and Prosci Certified Change Practitioner.
  • In her role as vice provost of University of Phoenix, she oversees strategy for degree, certificate and course offerings, design of curriculum and student learning outcomes for the University.

University of Phoenix Issues White Paper Promoting an Academic Credit Mobility Culture During National Transfer Student Week

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Friday, October 20, 2023

The white paper discusses higher education barriers based on historic policies, procedures, and beliefs that do not take the adult learner into account.

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  • The white paper discusses higher education barriers based on historic policies, procedures, and beliefs that do not take the adult learner into account.
  • The white paper shares how University of Phoenix has made significant investments in creating a credit mobility culture, including creating flexible policies and programs, embracing prior learning as a viable source of academic credit, improving clarity on transfer outcomes and options, removing barriers that impact student progression, and empowering students through relevant support services.
  • “My experience with University of Phoenix has been nothing less than spectacular,” Morales-Lynton shares.
  • She holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from University of Arizona and a Master of Arts in Education from University of Phoenix.

University of Phoenix Leadership Presents at CBExchange Conference

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

In this forward-thinking session, University of Phoenix leaders showcased the design and implementation of their CBE programs.

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  • In this forward-thinking session, University of Phoenix leaders showcased the design and implementation of their CBE programs.
  • These remarkable outcomes are a testament to the dedication and innovative spirit of the University of Phoenix.
  • Justin Hallock, Senior Director of Change Management at the University of Phoenix, added, "The University's dedication to embracing change and innovation has been instrumental in our success.
  • A veteran of University of Phoenix or 25 years, Hallock is a Senior Director of Change Management and Prosci Certified Change Practitioner.

EDUCAUSE Focuses on Empowering Members in New Strategic Plan

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Friday, October 6, 2023

The plan focuses on developing, connecting, and empowering members, the greater higher education community and technology professionals of all types to embrace digital transformation across the industry.

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  • The plan focuses on developing, connecting, and empowering members, the greater higher education community and technology professionals of all types to embrace digital transformation across the industry.
  • EDUCAUSE’s new strategic plan aims to guide the association into the future and elevate partnerships with campuses and industry colleagues to co-create solutions designed for the current challenges faced in higher education.
  • EDUCAUSE leads the way, advancing the strategic use of technology and data to further the promise of higher education.
  • To learn more about the strategic plan from John O'Brien, President & CEO of EDUCAUSE, visit: https://er.educause.edu/articles/2023/10/introducing-the-new-educause-st...

From BlueML to MLY: Explorance's Game-Changing AI-Powered Feedback Analytics Platform Takes Center Stage at HR Tech and EDUCAUSE

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Explorance is excited to announce the rebranding of BlueML to MLY, a revolutionary advancement in the field of feedback analytics.

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  • Explorance is excited to announce the rebranding of BlueML to MLY, a revolutionary advancement in the field of feedback analytics.
  • Pronounced as "mi-lee", MLY signifies both gentle strength and unwavering dedication, encapsulating the essence of this innovative AI platform.
  • It represents a significant leap forward in feedback analytics, equipping organizations to harness the true potential of employee and student feedback to drive performance and excellence."
  • Attendees will have the opportunity to witness how MLY revolutionizes feedback analytics and shapes the future of HR and Higher Education.

New Study to Explore AI’s Role, Next-Generation Virtual Classrooms, in Shaping the Future of Higher Education

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

The eLearning 2.0 Project will examine the potential for these technologies to significantly transform teaching, learning, and instruction in academic and instructional environments.

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  • The eLearning 2.0 Project will examine the potential for these technologies to significantly transform teaching, learning, and instruction in academic and instructional environments.
  • The announcement was made at EDUCAUSE, the premier conference for higher education technology leaders.
  • Campus officials seek to understand the learning strategies, resources, and technology investments required to improve educational outcomes and institutional performance.
  • “The emergence of AI and new virtual classroom technologies will be significant catalysts for change across all sectors of American higher education,” said Casey Green, founder of The Campus Computing Project.

University of Tennessee System Selects Oracle Student

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, October 10, 2023

CHICAGO, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EDUCAUSE -- The University of Tennessee (UT) System, Tennessee's oldest and largest public higher education institution, is extending its use of Oracle Cloud by implementing Oracle Fusion Cloud Student (Oracle Student). With the offering, the UT System aims to streamline processes to make it easier for students to get the classes, financial aid, and support they need to succeed from enrollment through to graduation and beyond.  

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EDUCAUSE -- The University of Tennessee (UT) System , Tennessee's oldest and largest public higher education institution, is extending its use of Oracle Cloud by implementing Oracle Fusion Cloud Student (Oracle Student).
  • "A new, system-wide student information system will be a key component in the delivery of a more consistent and intuitive student experience focused on service excellence, increased engagement, and enhanced student success outcomes," said Randy Boyd, president of the University of Tennessee System.
  • "As part of the Early Adopter Program we have been able to work with Oracle to actively help shape the direction of Oracle Student.
  • We are confident that this investment will position the UT System at the forefront of student system technologies."

EDUCAUSE 2023: Ellucian Spotlights Cutting-Edge Solutions Powering Higher Ed

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Monday, October 9, 2023

"We are excited to connect with higher education leaders at EDUCAUSE this year and share how our solutions are enabling broad transformation and modernization with the Ellucian SaaS Platform to meet the pressing needs of higher education. Our capabilities not only provide operational efficiencies, but power real-time data for better decision-making for institutional and student success," said Michael Wulff, Chief Technology Officer, Ellucian. "Ellucian is innovating to support institutions as they strive to improve student outcomes, and we look forward to discussing how we are leveraging cutting-edge technologies like AI for better outcomes in areas -- including student well-being and shaping the right match of degrees and skills students need now."

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  • RESTON, Va. and CHICAGO, Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ellucian , the leading higher education technology solutions provider, announced details of its presence at EDUCAUSE 2023 , a premier higher education technology conference bringing together IT leaders and professionals.
  • "We are excited to connect with higher education leaders at EDUCAUSE this year and share how our solutions are enabling broad transformation and modernization with the Ellucian SaaS Platform to meet the pressing needs of higher education.
  • Our capabilities not only provide operational efficiencies, but power real-time data for better decision-making for institutional and student success," said Michael Wulff, Chief Technology Officer, Ellucian.
  • Ellucian experts will be onsite to provide demos and share more about Ellucian's products, solutions and services.