Visualizing Wireless Data to Better Understand Students' Needs and Habits

Tuesday, October 15, 2019 | 1:15PM–2:15PM CT | Board 208, Poster Area, Halls F1, F2, Level 3
Session Type: Poster Session
Delivery Format: Poster Session
Universities often collect more data than they can analyze. Wireless network infrastructure can be an untapped source of decision-making data. UMBC developed a tool to help highlight migratory patterns of our users. We will discuss the tool, its benefits, and the privacy concerns around utilizing this type of data.

Outcomes: Learn the value of the data available within their campus wireless infrastructure * Explore some examples of how that data can be applied to campus initiatives * Better understand the privacy issues related to utilizing this type of data and how they can be addressed

Presenters

  • Damian Doyle

    Deputy CIO, University of Virginia

  • Ray Soellner

    Director of Telecommunications, University of Maryland, Baltimore County